Each pilot participating in the Poker Run earns a new card when they check in at public-use airports using the AOPA Pilot Passport program built into the AOPA App. The top three winners will win prizes — as well as the pilot with the worst hand.
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AOPA moves 2022 Aviator Showcase to November
AOPA’s Aviator Showcase in Fort Worth, Texas, has moved from June to November.
Focused Flight Review updated
“Taking a flight review every 24 months is a requirement for most pilots, and for many, it is the only opportunity to reconnect with an instructor to hone their knowledge and skills,” said AOPA’s ASI Senior Director Paul Deres.
A road map for rusty pilots
Haven’t flown in a while and ready to get back into the cockpit, but aren’t sure what to do? Our expert takes you through the steps to get you back into the sky.
Early Analysis video examines Miami accident
On May 14, 2022, a Cessna 172 made an emergency landing on the Haulover Inlet Bridge in Miami Beach, Florida. On the ground, the airplane hit a minivan occupied by a woman and two small children, who were not seriously injured. The collision caused the airplane to flip and catch fire. The pilot’s two passengers were able to escape the burning airplane with serious injuries. The pilot and died in the accident.
Updated program gives safety meetings a flying start
Safety to Go provides the general aviation community access to some of the Air Safety Institute’s popular seminar and webinar topics, including decision making, radio communications, emergency procedures, night flying, and collision avoidance.
Prefer to takeoff on turf?
A new Advisory Circular from the FAA is a “huge win for recreational aviation,” with the agency creating a pathway for turf operations to be established at airports.
New VFR into IMC safety campaign launches
“VFR into IMC is among the top five causes of fatal GA accidents, which are largely preventable,” said ASI Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden. “And it’s not only VFR pilots who get trapped — about one-third of these accidents involve instrument-rated pilots.”
AOPA fly-ins slated for Washington, Florida, and Texas
The Hangouts will be Sept. 9-10 at Felts Field Airport (KSFF) in Spokane, Washington, and Nov. 4-5 at Tampa Executive Airport (KVDF) in Tampa, Florida. The Aviator Showcase will be June 16-17 at Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW) in Texas.