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FAA seeking feedback on post AD compliance effectiveness
The FAA has received multiple reports from the field of cracked cylinders despite prior compliance with AD 2020-16-11. The FAA is...
Josh Stoffer
Oct 28, 20221 min read
Preventative Maintenance
Topic: Preventative Maintenance, Routine Maintenance and Whom is Authorized to Perform Such Activities. On Saturday, October 22, 2022 at...
Josh Stoffer
Oct 11, 20221 min read
New Animation for Runway Simulator, New Rule for AMT Schools, Know Your ADS-B
The Runway Safety Pilot Simulator online at www.RunwaySafetySimulator.com has a new animation. “Non-Towered Operations: Communications”...
Josh Stoffer
Jun 14, 20222 min read
AOPA Air Safety Institute Presents Flight Deck Tech Episode 2 - Flying With Datalink Weather
Datalink weather has the potential to make your flying safer and more comfortable - but only if you know how to use it properly. Sporty's...
Josh Stoffer
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Understanding Slips and Skids
Brian Schiff and Mark King's previous MentorLIVE presentation,“Understanding Stalls and Spins” planted the seed for this new presentation...
Josh Stoffer
Jun 14, 20221 min read
FAA UAS Map Tool Tutorial
Description: The FAA encourages all UAS operators to review the UAS-specific data and information provided on this website before...
Josh Stoffer
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Getting Together Uneventfully
Many of us will be venturing out during the good weather months to attend gatherings and events. We might be heading for an aviation...
Josh Stoffer
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Changes to Instrument Rating Cross Country Approach Requirement
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently reviewed two legal interpretation and determined they were overly restrictive. The...
Josh Stoffer
Mar 9, 20221 min read
NAFI - FAA Hot Spots About To Sizzle!
Are you aware of how many pilots have misaligned to and even landed on or departed from a wrong runway, and even to a taxiway? On May...
Josh Stoffer
Mar 9, 20221 min read
Preflight Weather Self-Brief - Basic Plus webinars for March
Weather is the most lethal of all major causes of aviation accidents. In this 60 minute webinar, learn the practical lessons you can...
Josh Stoffer
Mar 9, 20221 min read
IMC Club Meeting - Mastering the Art of Instrument Navigation
Topic: Scenario Based Discussion: Organized “Hangar Flying” Focused On Building Proficiency In Instrument Flying On Saturday, January 8,...
Josh Stoffer
Jan 3, 20221 min read
Preflight Weather Self-Brief - Basic Plus Webinars for January 15-31
Weather is the most lethal of all major causes of aviation accidents. In this 60 minute webinar, learn the practical lessons you can...
Josh Stoffer
Dec 22, 20211 min read
Top Tips for Winter Ops, Aircraft Performance Monitoring, Picking Up STEAM
As temperatures drop and precipitation falls, pilots have to face new challenges. To help, the FAA has put together a list of top tips...
Josh Stoffer
Dec 17, 20212 min read
Tools to Monitor Aircraft Performance
Did you know that there are tools you can use now to help you forecast problems before they reach the point of failure? Changes in...
Josh Stoffer
Dec 16, 20211 min read
Introduction to the Garmin GNS 430/530 Part VI SIDs and STARs
In this sixth part of our webinar series on the GNS430/530 navigators, we'll investigate how to fly SIDs and STARs. These published...
Josh Stoffer
Dec 15, 20212 min read
Damage History Aircraft Safety and Value
Topic: When Buying or Selling An Aircraft, It’s Vital To Properly Assess The Impact Of Damage History For Safety And Aircraft Value...
Josh Stoffer
Nov 2, 20211 min read
Aviation Weather Hazards - Vital Information for Pilots Oct 16-31 Webinars - FAASafety.gov
"Weather is the most lethal of all major causes of aviation accidents.” Former FAA Administrator In this 60 minute webinar you’ll learn...
Josh Stoffer
Oct 5, 20211 min read
9 Reasons Why Your Aircraft Isn't Selling
Your listing is poor. If the listing of your aircraft includes a poorly written description without any images, a lot of buyers are going...
Josh Stoffer
Oct 1, 20213 min read
Chicago Midway International Airport-FAA Informal Airspace Meeting- Class C change?
Chicago Midway International Airport-FAA Informal Airspace Meeting Notice Number: NOTC2057 Chicago Midway International Airport The...
Josh Stoffer
Sep 20, 20211 min read
(Re)Introduction to the Garmin GNS 430/530 Part V Approach Procedures
Though they are now somewhat dated, the Garmin GNS530 and 430 remain ubiquitous in the GA fleet. These powerful navigation devices remain...
Josh Stoffer
Aug 18, 20211 min read
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