That reassuring bump as the landing gear hits the tarmac is something that most air passengers take for granted. This complex piece of...

By Dieter C Bock Our mission was a mountain flying training weekend using Cathedral Peak Hotel as a base. Starting out I have to say I am...

Fuel induction system icing, often referred to as “Carburettor Icing”, is the build-up of ice in the fuel induction system and can affect...

A ballistic parachute is a parachute ejected from its casing by a small explosion, much like that used in an ejection seat. The advantage...

Embraer’s E190-E2 conducted a demonstration flight in South Korea flying from Gimpo Airport in Seoul to Pohang, over Ulleungdo Island and...

With customer input at the forefront of its product investments, Textron Aviation today announced it is bringing the revolutionary Garmin...

Cirrus Aircraft today launched its aircraft configurator, a web-based digital tool, that allows customers to comprehensively explore the...

With a history spanning over 80 years, Martin-Baker is still run by the late Sir James Martin’s descendants to this day. Originating as...

By Garth Calitz A question often asked by prospective flight students and their families is “Is flying Safe?” sadly they are often fed...

The theory of the “Swiss Cheese effect” was proven beyond any doubt on the night of 1 July 2002, when Bashkirian Airlines Flight 2937, a...