Pilot fails to follow instrument procedure

These October 2009 accident reports are provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, they are intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: RV-8. Injuries: 1 Serious. Location: Yankton, Ore. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was flying to an airport to obtain fuel. He recalled approaching the airport and noting low clouds in the area, but could not recall anything further about the end of the flight. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on October 27th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. No comments. © GAN 2011.