“We are experiencing the best safety numbers in years, even while the skies are busier than ever. The data clearly show that BasicMed has been an undeniable success,” said AOPA President Mark Baker.
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Trying to make sense of the FAA’s new policy on flight training
“The FAA did an unexpected and stunning about-face from decades of standard policy with the change, disregarding longstanding aviation safety practices.”
FAA teams with Verizon to test cell phone connected drones
The three-year agreement also allows the two to propose standards for operations, including BVLOS.
Are you prepared if you need an ATC light gun signal?
In a new video, 310 Pilot Kevin Thornton shows how visible light gun signals are from the tower on the ground, in the air, and in the air at night.
Tests now required for recreational drone pilots
Recreational drone pilots with drones that weigh more than .55 pounds are now required to take the free, online test.
Flight Check aircraft causes issues
When a pilot encounters an FAA Flight Check King Air, problems ensue.
Research continues in quest to end traffic jams at airports
Information collected in the survey will help MITRE in development of its Pacer platform, a web-based application that allows pilots to submit their departure readiness information and receive more accurate data about demand at the airport. The idea is that pilots can put in when they would like to depart and immediately see how much traffic is expected at the airport at that time. If it’s busy, they can rethink their schedule.
Having trouble understanding why flight training is under attack?
Have you heard of the threat to flight training but just aren’t sure what the full story is? A new podcast episode explains it in detail in just 30 minutes.
How to avoid CFIT accidents
Recommendations from a new report include increased use of Enhanced Vision Systems and Synthetic Vision Systems, mitigating the pressure to complete a mission, changing how we teach VFR into IMC, and continuing to revamp the FAA’s WINGS Pilot Proficiency Program.