Worn Fuel Primer Pumps Lead to Loss of Engine Events on General Aviation Aircraft
The FAA is investigating a report of a worn fuel primer pump that may be installed in general aviation aircraft following a non-fatal accident on a Champion 7EC Traveler. During the initial takeoff climb, the pilot noticed a significant decrease in the engine rpm and lost full engine power shortly after. It was determined that the fuel primer pump in the accident was worn and unable to lock properly causing an overly rich fuel mixture. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and the fuselage. FAA's Operational Safety Branch recently issued an Airworthiness Concern Sheet to highlight this
FEMA Assistance Available for Personal Property Loss
FEMA Assistance Available for Personal Property Loss FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky residents who experienced damage from the February severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties are encouraged to apply. FEMA assistance covers basic needs. It will not restore all disaster-related property loss. Insurance coverage is the best means to recover after a natural disaster. However, Personal Property Loss assistance may repair or replace disaster-damaged property if conditions meet the eligibility requirements, and
With Fewer than 20 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by March 14
With Fewer than 20 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by March 14 SANTA FE, N.M. — The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office reminds individuals, businesses, and nonprofits affected by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding that there are fewer than 20 days left to submit a Notice of Loss (NOL). Congress has extended the deadline to March 14, 2025. This is the last day to begin the claims process. Submitting an NOL is quick and simple. It takes less than 20 minutes and ensures that we can begin review of your claim.
With 30 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by December 20
With 30 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by December 20 SANTA FE, N.M. — The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office (“Claims Office”) reminds individuals, businesses, and nonprofits affected by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire (“fire”) and subsequent flooding that there are 30 days left to start and submit a Notice of Loss (NOL). The December 20, 2024, deadline is the last day to begin the claims process. Submitting an NOL is quick and simple—taking less than 20 minutes—and ensures your claim is in the system. Claimants do not have to provide supporting documentation when