The switch can be used in place of fumbling with a hand-held mic for all pilot communications, according to ASA officials, who note it is compatible with most aircraft radios and intercoms.
Picture of the Day: Arriving at KPVC
Mauricio Castro submitted this photo and note: “My wife and I visited with family in Cape Cod for a nice vacation and flying cross country. We are based at KTTA in Sanford N.C., the home of Wings of Carolina Flying Club. It was an excellent learning experience, and along the way we met some awesome people who welcome us in their FBOs. Pilots came out to greet us and chatted about where we were coming from and where we were going. The C-172 that we flew is forever in our hearts. One of my great memories of this adventure was to know that a handful of pilots, mechanics, and instructors were checking on our progress and well-being on FlightAware. Many gave us pointers on how to prep for this trip as it was my first long cross-country in very busy airspace. As of now, my wife and I are already planning the next flying adventure. Until then….”
The cure for get-there-itis
Why do so many general aviation pilots risk their lives to get to their destinations?
Pilots flying under BasicMed can soon act as safety pilots
Buried in a final rule that affects commercial balloon pilots is a change to the rules that affects the more than 60,000 pilots who fly under BasicMed.
The Complete Remote Pilot updated
Now in its second edition is “The Complete Remote Pilot,” a book for those interested in obtaining a Remote Pilot Certificate, which is required to operate drones for commercial use.
Picture of the Day: Desert camping
Gil Jennings submitted this photo and note: “Casa Grande camping after the Cactus Fly-In. My tent and chair in the shade of wing. My old straight tail Cessna 172 would attract many other campers who placed their folding chairs under the wing during the heat of the day. Great memories.”
Number of fatal accidents in homebuilts ticks up
For the federal fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2022, the FAA reported there were 56 fatal accidents in experimental category aircraft over the preceding 12 months, including 39 in amateur-built aircraft. That compares to 42 total accidents — 33 in amateur-built aircraft — during the 12-month period between October 2020 and September 2021.
Preparing pilots for spatial disorientation
At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, students get the chance to experience spatial disorientation in a safe space in the university’s new Spatial Disorientation Laboratory.
Deadline extended for General Aviation Awards
The deadline has been extended to Dec. 31, 2022, to nominate someone for CFI of the Year, Maintenance Technician of the Year, or FAASTeam Representative of the Year. You can even nominate yourself.