FlyingMag have reviewed the new Cirrus SR22 and its FIKI (flight into known icing) systems. To say I want one of these is an understatement! Share and Enjoy:
The National Transportation Safety Board has determined in a report that adventurer Steve Fossett was most likely killed while trying to escape downdrafts that exceeded the performance of his Bellanca 8KCAB Decathlon. More details can be found on the aopa web site Share and Enjoy:
One important thing about flying, is knowing when not to talk … and when to ensure the conversation doesn’t wander. This article on flyingmag.com covers this quite nicely Share and Enjoy:
I was flying VFR with flight following to Caldwell, N.J., (KCDW) and had the following exchange: New York Approach: “Skyhawk Three One Seven Bravo Tango, you have a Boeing 737 at your six o’clock, overtaking you and a thousand feet above you.” Me: “Looking for traffic.” New York Approach: “Continental 213, you have Cessna traffic [...]