Pilot Aborted Takeoff From High-Altitude Airport But Could Not Stop The Plane

The pilot of a ski-equipped Jodel airplane reportedly lost control of the aircraft while attempting a high-altitude takeoff in the French Alps, striking a woman skiing at a resort.

Aspen ADS-B Solutions Provide The Features Pilots Need While Keeping Flyaway Costs Low

Aspen Avionics has something to crow about... again. They have received FAA approval for the ATX100G transceiver while deliveries will begin right away. "Aspen designs products to work with what aircraft owners already have in their panels. Our NextGen, single-band transceivers provide an easy and cost-effective way for pilots to meet the upcoming ADS-B Out mandate in 2020," said John Uczekaj, president and CEO, Aspen Avionics. The Aspen single-band ATX100G is compatible with Aspen Evolution primary flight displays (PFDs) and multi-function displays (MFDs), while all Aspen ADS-B products utilize either a single, bottom-mounted antenna or a diversity antenna system with top and bottom m