As pilots our mission is not to fight the power and push back against regulatory agencies to prove our infallibility. Rather, it is to train, to learn, to practice, to put our safety and the safety of others at the top of our personal checklist. To do all that we can to enhance safety while mitigating risk.
Flight Training
Taming the Twin: Engine Failure During Takeoff
“Planning a multiengine takeoff involves being prepared for and responding to an engine failing on takeoff,” said ASI Vice President of Operations Paul Deres. “Taming the Twin: Engine Failure During Takeoff covers a typical multiengine takeoff briefing and reviews single-engine performance charts that help with critical preflight calculations such as accelerate-stop distance and climb performance with one engine inoperative.”
Veteran CFIs to join Instructor Hall of Fame
Two long-time safety advocates, Doug Stewart and Tim Tucker, will be inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
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?
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.
Texas university set to launch new aviation program
Texas State University has partnered with Coast Flight Training, the city of San Marcos, and Texas Aviation Partners to launch a new Aviation Science degree program.
Wright State University launches aviation degree
Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio — hometown to Orville and Wilbur Wright — is launching a new aviation program.
How to hire the best CFI for you
Many student pilots make the mistake of not putting the time and effort in to finding a CFI that will help them achieve their aviation dreams. A veteran CFI gives you tips on what to look for, what to ask a prospective CFI, and what to do if you aren’t happy with the one you choose.
Next video in Taming the Twin series released
“Taming the Twin: Single-Engine Operations examines the relationship between a multiengine airplane’s controllability and performance,” said ASI Vice President of Operations Paul Deres. “Controllability is paramount for safety during single-engine operations. Therefore, to safely fly a multiengine airplane, pilots must have a thorough understanding of how to maintain aircraft control if one engine fails.”