Dealing with In-flight Failures

Sooner or later, every giant-scale pilot will encounter a situation where something within fails during flight. Even though the builder/pilot may not be able to predict all types of malfunctions, it is important to know some common problems and how to react when a malfunction occurs. Let’s explore some unknowns — electrical and structural failures, pre-flight problems and common engine issues. While not every situation can be prevented, it is best to be ready for...