The newest video in the FAA’s 57 Seconds series notes that when researchers looked at 10,000 aviation accidents, they found that 1/5 of the accidents were related to component failures, such as a failure of the fuel system, gear system, flight control system, and the electrical system.
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FAA testing solar-powered lights at KPEO
“The capability to install effective solar-powered lighting systems could benefit all types of airports — but especially rural, small GA airports — without sacrificing safety.”
FAA seeks input on Beyond Visual Line of Sight for drones
FAA officials said they are particularly interested in comments “related to initial reactions and areas that the FAA should further explore for performance-based regulatory requirements to normalize safe, scalable, economically viable, and environmentally advantageous UAS BVLOS operations that are not under positive ATC.”
FAA revokes certificates of Plane Swap pilots
The two pilots involved in a failed stunt to swap airplanes in mid-flight have had their pilot certificates revoked.
FAA offers spring training for general aviation pilots
The free workshop, designed to get general aviation pilots ready for the busy spring and summer flying season, also offers WINGS credit.
FAA lifts $1.5 million in fines on KANB
In addition, the Anniston Regional Airport is now state certified as an unlimited general aviation (GA) airport. This is the first time in the airport’s history that this certification has been obtained, city officials report.
The journey from SUN ‘n FUN to Oshkosh
Will our LSA expert’s prediction that the new Light-Sport Aircraft rules will be unveiled at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022 come true? He says that while he’s not betting the farm, it’s “a fairly safe prediction.”
Spring Training for general aviation pilots
Pilots can earn WINGS credit for attending the three-hour FAA webinar over Zoom, which is designed to help pilots during the busy spring and summer flying seasons.
FAA begins investing $1 billion into ATC
The air traffic system includes hundreds of towers at airports and terminal approach control facilities. It also includes 22 centers handling aircraft at high altitudes.