Why Straight-In Approaches Aren’t So Straightforward
On a straight-in approach, pilots can miss cues for aircraft configuration changes, such as power reduction and addition of flaps.
On a straight-in approach, pilots can miss cues for aircraft configuration changes, such as power reduction and addition of flaps.
The directive also warns that ice buildup on pitot tubes can lead to instrument failure, impacting readings for airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed.
The wing of an Airbus A350 struck the tail of Endeavor Bombardier CRJ-900, shearing it off.
In a new safety alert, the agency advises pilots to train for partial as well as full power loss in multiengine piston aircraft.
The vintage aircraft’s pilot, who was seriously injured, was pulled from the wreckage site in a steep ravine by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter.
The aircraft’s pilot, a passenger, and a person on the ground were killed.
Pilots need to care for their psyches before ups and downs in life affect that time in the cockpit.
All six occupants died when the UH-1B ‘Huey’ hit power lines during an attempted forced landing following a loss of engine power.
By deconstructing previous accidents, pilots can learn from the mistakes of others and develop the skill to mitigate risk.
Agency investigation reveals the VFR aircraft was in foggy conditions at the time of the accident.