The Real Pilot Story videos allow pilots to “share their encounter with a dilemma so others can benefit — while comfortable on the ground — from lessons learned the hard way in flight,” said AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Director Paul Deres.
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Van’s 50th anniversary to be celebrated at Oshkosh 2022
Owners of all RV types are invited to join the activities at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 when the 50th anniversary of Van’s Aircraft is celebrated at the big show.
New sunglasses offer pilots protection against lasers
Developed with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Revision’s CALI-C lens formulation offers eye protection that protects pilots against common handheld laser hazards in the cockpit.
Picture of the Day: Winter solstice
Mark Cook submitted this photo and note: “Returning home after a long winter night flight.”
Stay safe in the snow
A 2020 NTSB investigation revealed that pilots assumed flight in snow was safe as long as minimum ceiling and visibility requirements were met or that snow conditions were too dry or cold to pose an icing hazard. Pilots also assumed that snow conditions are safe to fly in as long as you can see through it — they did not consider the effects of icing, NTSB officials said, adding these assumptions can be deadly.
Orville and Wilbur to take center stage in Ohio classrooms
A new aviation-focused curriculum is being launched in Ohio elementary schools. “Problem solving with Orville and Wilbur” is just one element of the program, which is designed to not only combat pandemic-related learning loss but also provide a solution to aviation and aerospace workforce shortages.
AERO Oklahoma brings aviation advocates to the state capitol
The Oklahoma aviation and aerospace industry produces just under $44 billion in annual economic activity.
Pilot Proficient offers free Flight Review Ground Course
The course meets the requirements of FAR 61.56 for ground instruction required for the flight review, and features video and multimedia segments, quizzes, and a completion certificate, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: The next generation
Brad Cohen submitted this photo and note: “Took my son for the ubiquitous $100 hamburger and gave him some dual.”