New and expanded content includes additional questions on human factors, aeromedical factors, and aviation and airport security. Scenario-based training examples have also been updated to reflect modern, real-world instructional environments, ASA officials said.
Products
New Prop Approved for Piper FURY
Boost your Piper FURY’s performance with MT-Propeller’s new 7-blade “Silent 7.” Reduce takeoff distance by 10% and cut noise levels.
Curious About Learning To Fly?
The $895 Introduction to Aviation program includes an online ground school, two hours of flight instruction, two hours of simulator training, and more.
Sporty’s Introduces New Polo Shirts for Pilots
The collection includes four original designs, each inspired by a different facet of aviation, including Seaplane Escape, Pattern Entry, Jet Setter, and Fleet Overhead.
Pilot Plus One Seminars Slated
The two-day seminars are education experiences built around a simple truth: Safety is a team sport, said Jolie Lucas, founder.
New App Uses AI to Help Pilots Get Aircraft Renters Insurance
“Pilots already rely on technology in the cockpit,” said Ori Blumenthal, CTO of Skywatch. “Insurance should be just as intuitive. With our ChatGPT copilot, renters coverage starts with a conversation and finishes in minutes.”
Sporty’s Introduces Custom Taxiway Light Display
Designed to capture the unmistakable look of airport taxiway signs, the custom metal piece allows pilots to create their own identifier, using three individual taxiway squares, each with up to two characters.
Adventure Pilot Expands Into Dispatch Training
The FAA-approved programs align with FAA Part 65 Dispatch curriculum requirements, according to company officials, who note that some automated EFB features have been intentionally disabled to encourage manual flight planning and calculation skills — essential skills for students pursuing FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certification.
A Cleaner, Faster Way to Time Piston Engines
The Aerosync Timer addresses a long-standing frustration in the hangar: The need for tape or adhesives to secure timing tools to the propeller. Traditional methods often leave behind a sticky residue that requires extra cleaning and can potentially damage finishes. The Aerosync Timer solves this with a custom-engineered, 3D-printed case that slides onto the propeller blade and is secured by a Velcro strap.