Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Power-off stalls can be anxiety-inducing for student pilots when they first experience them. As a result, a power-on stall is nerve-wracking for student pilots because it features a very high pitch angle, especially with full engine power. There are very obvious indications the pilot receives of an impending stall.

Stability 52

Stability Horizontal Stabilizer Airplanes Lift 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

When spelled geoduck it represents a grotesque, oversized mollusk, or clam to we pilot simpletons. Much depends on the aircraft’s weight, pilot skill and, surprisingly, “how much abuse you want to experience. Checking the oil is the main attraction to the pilot. The airplane will handle more than you want to.”

Airplanes 79

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 79

Vintage Aviation News

MAY 2, 2025

The bulge in the back side of the firewall provides clearance for the oil tank. image via AirCorps Aviation) This is the hydraulic hand pump which the pilot uses (if the engine-powered pump fails) to operate the flaps, radiator scoops, or the landing gear. image via AirCorps Aviation) Progress on hydraulic lines shows in this image.

Rudder 98

Rudder Cockpit Aileron Firewall 98