Safety

It is not just sharp propeller edges that can hurt you when the engine is off.

We were about to turn base to final at the non-towered airport when another pilot reported he was on final — but a few miles out. I didn’t see him. Chapter 1 of the FAA’s Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C) notes that all pilots should practice the concept of see and avoid other traffic.

The UV LED light the FAA is testing is housed in traditional aircraft landing lights and is compatible with older aircraft.

Big piston radial engines from the 1940s, ‘50s—and through today—require careful
attention during startup.

How bad can things get if you run into icy conditions? You may be surprised at the answer.

How many fun mods can be added to the list? It all depends on how much the prudent upgrades cost.

Airline flying has become astonishingly safe—but what about the rest of commercial aviation? In this week’s installment of “V1 Rotate,” we take a deep dive into the data to explore the safety of a pro pilot career. You’ll hear my own experiences as a young commercial pilot, and you’ll get advice on how new pro […]

The grants aim to make airports safer and more accessible.

The EU safety agency also suspended certifications for products, parts, appliances, and flight simulation training devices.

Massachusetts company acquired FAA approval to fly its ‘Scout’ drone with no human interface last year.