All lights and controls in the cockpit are required to be labeled. Imagine a pilot’s surprise when either the red light or white light on this panel illuminates in flight! Is it time to switch tanks, or did the oil pressure just go out of limits? Is a door open, or is the alternator dead? Without knowing the answer, the potential situation could pose a serious problem.
In Case You Missed It
Error Chain
Aeronautical decision making—it seemed like a good idea at the time.
What’s New
The 6000th RV flies, there's a new quick reference checklist for Garmin portable units, and a new engine mount for Rotax engines is available. Edited by Mary Bernard.
Who’s Got the Time?
Are you logging pilot flight time and aircraft time in service correctly? By Owen C. Baker.