AOPA wants to collect some hard data to give the FAA while it decides whether to extend pandemic relief.
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Initial drone registrations about to expire
Check your drone registration as a whole slew of them are expiring this month.
FAA clears pilots for COVID-19 vaccination
Pilots are cleared to take the vaccine, but must wait 48 hours after the shot to fly.
Video: Winter Weather Challenges
Are you ready to fly in winter weather? This video from the FAA includes lots of tricks and tips to help keep you safe this season.
Free flight planning for drone hobbyists
The software allows drone pilots to file LAANC authorizations with the FAA. It also includes flight planning tools, such as interactive maps, weather information, and flight logs.
Homebuilt fatal accidents drop more than 15%
The 44 fatal accidents were 8% below the FAA’s not-to-exceed number of 48 for fiscal year 2020,
FAA goes beyond drones
The new FAA program called BEYOND will “further advance the safe integration of drones into our national air space.”
How many hours did you fly in the last year?
Comments must be received by the FAA by Jan. 11, 2021.
Video: Drugs and pilots
Drugs — illegal, prescription and OTC — were found in 42% of pilots who died in GA accidents.