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CFIT – What is it and how do you avoid it?

February 1, 2022 by GI Joe

Avoid CFIT

CFIT, is an acronym that we hear occasionally. But how many times during your flight planning do you actually think about how to avoid it?

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How Will You Handle a Sudden Emergency Situation?

January 20, 2022 by GI Joe

57 Seconds to Safer Flying - The Startle Response

Another in the FAA’s series of “57 Seconds to Safer Flying”

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Pilots/Mechanics and OTC Medications

December 25, 2021 by GI Joe

Over-the-Counter Medications

A PDF document recently released by the FAA reminding pilots about the ramifications of using OTC medications.

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Engine Failure at 1000’AGL in a C-185 – Meet the Pilot

November 7, 2021 by GI Joe

Learn the Finer Points - Jason Miller

A pilot’s description of surviving a total engine failure at 1000′ AGL after taking off from a metropolitan airport.

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Was that ‘Oops’ an Incident or an Accident?

October 20, 2021 by GI Joe

v-tail Bonanza Landing

When investigating an aircraft occurrence that resulted in bent metal how does the NTSB know to classify the event as an accident or an incident.? They have specific criteria…

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A Tip for Predicting Icing Conditions

October 3, 2021 by GI Joe

Federal Aviation Administration

57 Seconds to Safer Flying – Predicting Icing Conditions

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ASI’s Ask ATC: Is ADS-B Enough?

September 20, 2021 by GI Joe

AOPA Air Safety Institute - Ask ATC

AOPA Air Safety Institute video (1:35) addressing whether you really need flight following if you have ADS-B-In and can see nearby traffic.

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An Easier Way to Activate and Close Your VFR Flight Plan

August 6, 2021 by GI Joe

Preflight planning

Leidos Flight Service now has an easy way for you to activate or close your VFR flight plan via phone.

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