What do some fighter jets, light business jets, turboprops and even Joby Aviation’s eVTOL all have in common? They all use, or plan to use, the Garmin G3000 or G5000 glass cockpit! The Garmin G3000 and G5000 are used in twenty-three aircraft models, and manufacturers have announced plans to use them in a half dozen … Read more
In May 2018, Mike Bush on Engines was released. I purchased the book when it was released and have learned a lot since I started reading it. In addition to teaching the reader about the many engine components and how to operate engines properly, he talks about the missing art of troubleshooting as a general practice in general aviation.
The Aviators Guide to Ireland is a marvelous 400-page guidebook that includes detailed photos and information about 210 airstrips in Ireland. Even if you think it’s a long shot that you’ll ever fly a plane in Ireland, you’ll want to get a copy of this book and dream about flying around the Emerald Isle.
A serious issue with the Bendix/King KLN 94 GPS, found in almost every Cessna built between 1997 and 2004, had been uncovered. When using the KLN 94 to fly RNAV (GPS) Y and Z approaches, there’s a huge gotcha that could kill an unsuspecting pilot. Specifically, the problem is that when you select a GPS approach on it, the letters Y and Z don’t appear in the approach titles, so it’s difficult to know which of these approaches you are selecting. Let’s look at the GPS (RNAV) Y 36L and GPS (RNAV) Z 36L approaches into the Napa County Airport, KAPC.
Last week, the big aviation gaffe was the revelation that a JFK controller allowed his children to speak over the radio. FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt is right to focus on professionalism. While the FAA controller story got worldwide attention, here are two stories this week that have flown under the radar, but which were far more serious. Cops Shoot Out Airliner Window. ATC Tower Left Unstaffed – Plane Diverted.
Not surprisingly, the Sully I met in person is identical to the man that America has seen interviewed on radio and television. He’s a tall, distinguished looking gentleman who appears confident and professional. Initially a quiet man by nature, he’s gotten used to being the public face for aviation and interacting with the public. When we met, I thanked him for becoming the co-chairman, along with his first officer Jeff Skiles, for the EAA’s Young Eagles program.