Figuring out the pattern altitude at an airport should be pretty simple, right? But, in this day of helpful technology, most pilots actually get it wrong. How can you always get it right? Well, it just takes about an extra 15 seconds. Here’s how. As outlined in the Aeronautical Information Manual, section 4-3-3, “traffic pattern…
In the market for a tow-bar? This one is basically brand new and hasn’t been used all that much. It has the Cirrus connections on it as well. For more information, contact Texas Top Aviation.
The Cirrus Pilot Proficiency Program is coming back to the Lone Star Airport in Conroe, TX (KCXO) on October 23rd-25th. Wondering what the CPPP program is? “CPPP offers a weekend event for Cirrus owners and their partners that focuses on Cirrus-specific knowledge and flying proficiency. We bring some of the most experienced flight instructors who…
The Angelina County Airport in Lufkin, TX (KLFK) will be hosting the Angelina County Airfest on Saturday, October 10th. The airport will open up at 9am. Prepare for a day of food, fun, and some great performances. There will be warbirds and many other classic airplanes on display, not too mention a number of aerobatic…
In July, a Cirrus SR22 suffered an engine failure in Houston after departing KIAH. The CAPS system was deployed and the airplane came to rest in a neighborhood on the north side of Houston. This makes CAPS save number 53 for Cirrus and no fatalities. The initial NTSB report is below. 14 CFR Part 91:…
