Air Safety Institute officials note that as they renewed the electronic Flight Instructor Refresher Course (eFIRC) with the FAA, “we took the opportunity to incorporate fresh scenarios, including new videos and images.”
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Confused pilot reverses runway numbers
Early in my training I often mixed up the two ends of the same runway. I don’t know why. I practiced runway directions a lot and got comfortable with the numbering system.
Picture of the Day: The Greatest Generation leading the latest generation
Isaac Mattingly submitted this photo and note: “This photo was taken in July 2023 during practice at the 2023 Sioux Falls Airshow where the plane flying is the very same C-47 “That’s All Brother” that led the D-Day invasion of Normandy. The Jumper in the photo is a member of the SOCOM Para-Commandos jump team. The team is made up different members from different branches of the Special Operations Command (SOCOM).”
Are two grades of fuel needed in the quest for unleaded avgas?
The most common suggestion I have received concerning the future of unleaded avgas is that there is a need for two grades of fuels, not just one.
Rare Peashooter donated to Spirit of Flight Museum
The Boeing P-26 was the first all-metal monoplane structure and last open cockpit fighter to be used by the U.S. Army Air Corps. It was a significant step in the evolution of fighter aircraft.
Epic Flight Academy partners with Purdue Global
Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, has partnered with Purdue Global to offer an online bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or Professional Flight through the Purdue Global Aviation Program.
Flight Outfitters introduces Airfoil jacket tailored for women
This lightweight and water-repellent jacket is specifically tailored for the aviation community and is easily packable in its own pocket, according to company officials.
Non-certificated pilot and airplane crash on takeoff
A sudden loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons based on the information available.
Picture of the Day: A work of art
David Hayes submitted this photo and note: “I commissioned an artist to paint my Cirrus landing at my summer home at Mountain Air (2NC0), the highest runway east of the Mississippi.”