“We were just handed a tool to help aircraft manufacturers get their drones certified for use,” Alaska Center for UAS Integration Director Cathy Cahill said. “The FAA is allowing the test site to test and evaluate larger drones under real-world conditions.”
Pilots
New partnership promotes general aviation’s fellowship and service
The Air Care Alliance and the International Fellowship of Flying Rotarians have created a presentation available to Rotary Clubs, as well as other organizations, that not only publicizes the availability of free air transportation for non-emergency medical and other compelling needs, but also highlights the opportunities for general aviation pilots to get involved as volunteer pilots.
Cessna pilot not making calls almost causes midair collision
As we were seconds away from turning final, we turned to clear extended final approach when a Cessna 172 came across our flight path, narrowly missing us.
Picture of the Day: Flying over ATL
Steven Powell submitted this photo and note: “Flying over Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) on my way to Sarasota, Florida. Crazy!”
Don’t miss, or diss, the small shows
While the big shows, like EAA AirVenture Oshkosh and SUN ‘n FUN, are on many pilot’s bucket list, the smaller regional and local air shows and fly-ins offer some great experiences.
AOPA high school initiative wins FAA grant
The AOPA Foundation’s $498,000 grant came from the FAA’s Aircraft Pilots Aviation Workforce Development Grants program, designed to “prepare students to become aircraft pilots, aerospace engineers, or unmanned aircraft systems operators, and support the related professional development of teachers.”
Call for entries for Aerospace Teacher of the Year
The deadline to apply or nominate a K-12 teacher for the annual A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year Award is June 10, 2023.
Picture of the Day: On my way home
Bernie Schneider submitted this photo and note: “On my way home, my C-170 over Merwin Lake Dam in Washington.”
Six tips to becoming a good CFI
Anyone who is a CFI or wishes to become a CFI should take these few tips as the bare minimum commitment on their journey to becoming a truly effective, efficient, professional CFI.