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The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) publishes short safety articles written by FAA safety program managers and volunteer industry experts. Each one targets a specific operational habit or hazard seen in the field.
From the Document
This document lists recommended practices for depicting and coordinating procedures to be used in VFR practice areas to reduce the risk of midair collisions.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that: 1. Pilots of all participating aircraft announce their entry and exit and their location while in the practice area. While inside the practice area, pilots should communicate position relative to a known landmark, altitude or block attitude of use, and intentions. This information should be communicated on the air-to-air frequency, 122.75 MHz, or other designated frequency, as available and authorized. 2. Certificated and…
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
This document lists recommended practices for depicting and coordinating procedures to be used in VFR practice areas to reduce the risk of midair collisions.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that: 1. Pilots of all participating aircraft announce their entry and exit and their location while in the practice area. While inside the practice area, pilots should communicate position relative to a known landmark, altitude or block attitude of use, and intentions. This information should be communicated on the air-to-air frequency, 122.75 MHz, or other designated frequency, as available and authorized. 2. Certificated and…
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
The learner centered grading approach is now a “Desired Scenario Outcome.” These outcomes describe pilot in training-learning behavior in readily identifiable and measurable terms.
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
Section 3 – The Role of the Flight Instructor Pg 6 Section 4 – The Student and the Learning Process Pg 8 Learning Theory Pg 8 How People Learn Pg 10 Instructor/Student Relationships Pg 16 Section 5 –Teaching Methods Pg 17 Scenario-Based Training (SBT) Pg 17 Example of Scenario Based Training Pg 17 Developing Scenario-Based Training Pg 19 Single Pilot Resource Management (SRM) Pg 23 The 5 P Check Pg 26 The SRM Decision Process Pg 30 Example of…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
Managing Risk through Scenario Based Training, Single Pilot Resource Management, and Learner Centered Grading by Michele M. Summers, MS Frank Ayers, MS Thomas Connolly, Ed.D.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
©2009 Mastery Flight Training, Inc. www.thomaspturner.net FFLLYYIINNGG LLEESSSSOONNSS for January 1, 2009 suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review communication and coordination procedures.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
To successfully perform night operations an airman must have a thorough understanding of particularities of night flight and corresponding procedures, including night vision difficulties, use of lighting, local and cross-country navigation, and airport work at night.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports as the jumping-off point to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane…
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
suggested by this week’s aircraft mishap reports FLYING LESSONS uses the past week’s mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In almost all cases design characteristics of a specific make and model airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents, so apply these FLYING LESSONS to any airplane you fly.
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
I’m 55 years old and have to admit that I look forward to Christmas morning to see what my wife, (I mean Santa Claus), has slipped under the Christmas tree for me that I wasn't expecting. I would hope that most of us have fond memories from our childhood of the anticipation of Christmas morning.
Study Focus: Review maintenance and airworthiness responsibilities.
From the Document
Nuts And Bolts - A Newsletter Written By Mechanics For Mechanics F E D E R A L A V I A T I O N A D M I N I S T R A T I O N S A F E T Y T E A M March 31, 2009 Issue: 09-01
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
takeoff & landing performance, you can’t know how short a landing site you can operate from” Dennis Ward “If you can’t touch down at the proper speed and close to your selected touchdown point— Go Around!
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
Instructions: Fly to an airport with a dirt or gravel strip. Load your aircraft to near maximum gross weight including typical gear such as your survival kit, and compute weight & balance for the test flight.
Study Focus: Review surface awareness and decisions during taxi, takeoff and landing.
From the Document
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award (MPA) Program recognizes individuals who have 50 or more years of experience in piloting or a combined total of 50 years or more in both piloting and supporting aviation operations. This information guide:
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
good news is that the new 406 MHz ELT has taken its place. The new 406 ELT is more powerful, more accurate and less prone to the false signals that have plagued Search and Rescue over the years.
Study Focus: Review training practices and proficiency.
From the Document
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award (MMA) Program recognizes individuals who have 50 or more years of safe maintenance operations experience. This information guide:
Study Focus: Review maintenance and airworthiness responsibilities.
From the Document
1. The AMT Awards Program was launched in the wee hours of June 15, 2009, thus allowing AMTs to register and enroll in the AMT Awards Program.
Study Focus: Review maintenance and airworthiness responsibilities.
From the Document
Improve the Nations aviation accident rate by conveying safety principles and practices through training, outreach, and education; while establishing partnerships and encouraging the continual growth of a positive safety culture within the aviation community JOIN THE TEAM!
Study Focus: Review weather hazards and how they affect planning and flight decisions.
From the Document
VERSION 1.0 UNCLASSIFIED [20 Mar 2024] LOCAL AIRPORTS Airport Name TOWER APP/DEP GRND ATIS Bolinder Field (KTVY) CTAF 123.0
Study Focus: Review airspace access, restrictions and coordination.