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When taking your niece and nephew on a sightseeing flight, ensure a solid preflight briefing, emphasizing no low passes over people, understanding airsickness, maintaining a sterile cockpit, and safe, judicious flying. Avoid distractions and unsafe maneuvers. Prepare and plan carefully for an enjoyable and safe experience. (Word count: 50)
On a promising Saturday morning, pilots prepared to take their small airplanes for a spin. Some faced technical challenges, while others embarked on an exhilarating flight to the Highwood Pass. Overcoming obstacles and enjoying the stunning landscape, they celebrated the joy of flying. Despite different experiences, it was a fulfilling day for those who embarked on a flying adventure.
In flight training, it's common to have trouble trimming the airplane. An important rule to remember is to wait at least five seconds after changing pitch, power, or configuration before adjusting the elevator trim. This prevents frequent, unnecessary adjustments and ensures the airplane is properly trimmed. Additionally, there are exceptions to the five-second rule, such as when performing a go-around.
The President's Message mentioned the completion of cylinder installation, with successful break-in flights on November 13, 19, and 28, totaling 6.7 hours. The break-in procedure involved flying at low altitude to maintain high manifold pressure. The flights were enjoyable, with no noticeable oil consumption, and the ADS-B Performance Report was passed successfully.
The user experienced unexpected difficulty controlling their Cirrus SR22 during a go-around, recalling smoother training. The response emphasizes the importance of proper power application and managing pitch and yaw during rejected landings. It advises pilots to anticipate control challenges, trim appropriately, and practice go-arounds to enhance safety and confidence.
In the event of a partial power loss during flight, immediate actions include reverting recent changes and following a mental engine failure checklist. Maintain altitude and glide speed while assessing landing options, plan for an emergency landing, and ensure situational awareness. Practice power-off landings to enhance preparedness.
When transitioning to a new controller, pilots should read back the local altimeter setting for accuracy, using a brief format like "30.23, Cessna MLB." This verification ensures the transponder correctly transmits pressure altitude and prevents errors from similar-sounding altimeter values, maintaining consistent altitude readings for both pilot and controller.
The Cav’s wheels touched down nicely on runway 25 at High River. I rolled out to the end and taxied for the ramp to join my wingmen, Doug Eaglesham and Dennis Fox, of Three Hills, for a big trip southbound. We were flying our planes to San Diego to visit the USS Midway, an aircraft …
Bob Kirkby discusses the challenges pilots face during engine failures after takeoff. Simulation training reveals that many pilots struggle to return to the runway, especially from low altitudes like 800 feet AGL. The lessons emphasize the importance of maintaining wings level and landing straight ahead instead of attempting a return.
The emergence of a Piper Navajo landing in Calgary highlights the necessity for pilots to regularly practice forced landing procedures due to the unpredictability of engine failures. Essential steps include executing initial actions, conducting cause checks, and approaching for landing. Consistent training can enhance preparedness and safety in emergencies.
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