• Fuel

    The G100UL Chickens Have Come Home to Roost

    Paul Marshall, a SCAPA member and owner of a 2000 Bonanza A36, has reported issues after using G100UL fuel for 67 hours. He published a report available here. Michael Luvera, based at Reid Hillview (RHV) has, at the time of this post, published the results from a series of experiments…

  • Funding - Maintenance

    San Martin Airport is a $hithole

    There are some concerning deficiencies related to safety and security at San Martin Airport (E16), operated by Santa Clara County. Safety Issues Previously, the airport’s rotating beacon was frozen in place and did not rotate. This is a safety issue for pilots attempting to identify the airport, in both night…