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Trivia rolls-over daily, at midnight, Mountain Standard Time
Question of the Day
What is the highest possible level of uncontrolled (G) airspace in non-mountainous areas?
Advice of the Day
Organize flight materials (maps, approaches, etc.) sequentially, prior to flight.
System of the Day
Gyroscopic Systems: Flight without reference to a visible horizon can be safely accomplished by the use of gyroscopic instrument systems
Maneuver of the Day
Soft Field Takeoffs: Soft field takeoffs are used to obtain maximum performance when departing from a soft or rough runway surface
Emergency of the Day
Engine Failure: The total loss of power requires immediate actions which depend upon speed (life) and altitude (life insurance)
Powerplant of the Day
PT-6: The Pratt & Whitney PT6 is a turboprop aircraft engine produced by Pratt & Whitney Canada
Mishap of the Day
ANC13FA091: The NTSB determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be: The pilot's improper decision to load the airplane beyond its allowable takeoff weight and center of gravity limits, which resulted in a loss of control during the initial climb.