In the latest Pilot Minute video from the FAA, Federal Air Surgeon Susan Northrup lists five herbal remedies and supplements that are not acceptable for medical certification — Kava, Kratom, Rauwolfia, Valerian, and Cannabis — and their effects on aviation safety.
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Preflight certainty: The removal of all doubt
A veteran aviator’s preflight routine is designed to remove any doubt and — whatever you do — don’t interrupt him in the middle of his routine.
Can I get my medical approved if I used to be on medication for ADHD?
In a recent episode of the Pilot Minute, a video series from the FAA, Federal Air Surgeon Susan Northrup, MD, explains a new option allowing AMEs to issue a medical certificate for pilots who have been on ADHD medications.
Words of wisdom from CFIs
The latest issue of FAA Safety focuses on aviation educators. Among the articles is one that caught my eye: “Words of Wisdom from Flight Instructors,” by Nicole Hartman and Rebekah Waters. What words of wisdom would you share?
2025 FAR/AIM series starts shipping in July
The books, available in soft cover and as ebooks, are indexed and show clearly-marked changes since the last release for quick reference, according to ASA officials.
New Human Factors courses available for general aviation pilots
The courses, which are eligible for WINGS credit, focus on safety culture, human performance, communication, teamwork, situational awareness, decision-making, threat and error management, human information processing, and design and automation.
Simplify your search for aircraft mods
STC owners and installers pay a subscription to be in the Modifly database. That allows the service to be offered at no cost to aircraft owners.
Pilot Minute: Can I take a weight loss drug and still fly?
In a recent Pilot Minute video from Federal Air Surgeon Susan Northrup, she looks into whether a pilot can take one of the popular weight loss medications that are all the rage now and still fly.
16 Texas pilots become Master Pilots
“These pilots represent tens of thousands of accident-free flying hours with both national and international experience, including aircraft from the Piper J-3 Cub to the Boeing 767,” said officials with West Houston Airport.