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What happens behind the scenes in a tower during an emergency? Who’s notified? What can go wrong? Above all, what can pilots do to help ATC help them?

Just Flight's Piper Turbo Arrow III/IV offers interesting flights in Microsoft Flight Simulator, but is it better than the original?

Microsoft Flight Simulator has become known for being a general aviation (GA) flyer’s dream. Its fairly accurate level of representation of most areas around the world makes it perfectly suited for flying low and slow, which is exactly how most GA aircraft operate anyway. Thus, it’s no wonder why most of the default aircraft are in this class. That said, it’s been a few months since its release and that default selection, while nice, does get a little old after a while — especially if you fly often. All of these factors are why I’ve been enjoying Carenado’s take on the 1997 Piper ...

Looking Up Your Old N-Numbers A trip back through the logbook to learn what became of various airplanes I’ve flown reveals general aviation’s safety challenges have deep roots. After a while, even brand-new pilots start racking up logbook entries in a series of different aircraft. At first, we may not care, grateful for the flight time, and not pay much attention to how each aircraft has its own character. Each one also has its own story, reflected in your pilot’s logbook and those of others who have flown it, which may include both good and bad memories. And there are what I call “mi...

Accountants taken over as founder retires '); AN accountancy firm in Henley has been sold.  Chartered accountants Kench & Co, in Station Road, has been acquired by Ridgefield Consulting, an independent firm based in Oxford. The acquisition happens as Eric Kench, managing director of the business, retires after almost 40 years. Mr Kench, who lives in Caversham with his wife Kathy, said: “It’s a good move for the future of the firm. “It will enable Kench & Co to continue to provide the same services and keep everyone here in Henley as a team. “I’m retiring, so if Ridgefield hadn...