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VOL 24, ISSUE 11	March 18, 2022

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Heading into the backcountry?

Check out the AOPA Air Safety Institute's new Backcountry Resource Center to help you safely experience the ultimate feel of freedom.

Podcast

ATC to the rescue

In the latest episode of the AOPA Air Safety Institute's There I was... podcast, Drew Ryan describes his encounter with a snowstorm while flying from New York to Virginia. Listen to the podcast >

AOPA Premier Partner created content

Approach lighting for instrument pilots

This PilotWorkshops video clearly explains and demonstrates the different systems and what to expect so you can fly a safe visual transition.

Video

Situational awareness key to runway safety

What caused the crew of a regional jet to line up for the wrong runway with disastrous results? The AOPA Air Safety Institute's accident animation explores the cause and contributing factors. Watch the video >

Advocacy

EAGLE coalition advances unleaded fuel future

In the first gathering since pledging to remove all lead from the fuel consumed by general aviation piston aircraft by 2030, a broad array of stakeholders charted the path forward. Read more >

Advocacy

AOPA objects to proposed drone rules

An FAA advisory committee recommended an approach to integrating drones flown beyond the operator's sight to which AOPA, as a member of the committee, voiced strong objections. Read more >

FAA seeks more responses to GA activity survey

The FAA reports a brisk response to the general aviation activity survey, though many more responses are still needed. Your participation helps lead to infrastructure and safety improvements. Read more >

Health

Pilot Protection Services

Fly the airplane

Here are some tips for training your brain to focus on the task at hand. Read more >

Technology

Article

ATP, United Aviate Academy choose Frasca

United Aviate Academy and ATP Flight School both announced purchases of brand-new advanced aviation training devices from Frasca Flight Simulation. Read more >

Gear

Article

Garmin GFC 500 autopilot STC adds new models

Garmin International announced it has received FAA supplemental type certification for the Garmin GFC 500 autopilot on select Robertson STOL-equipped Cessna 206 and Piper Twin Commanche PA–30/39 models. Read more >

Travel

Pilot magazine

The mountains are calling

The Yellowstone region is an awe-inspiring and rewarding place for general aviation pilots to fly. Read more, view photos, and watch a video >

Pilot magazine

You can land long

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the historic seaport home of John Paul Jones, features waterfront dining today. Ice cream offerings abound, and the runway is one of the longest you will find. Read more >

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Financial

Article

uAvionix acquired by DC Capital Partners

uAvionix, most known in the general aviation industry as purveyors of low-cost ADS-B Out products and unmanned aircraft safety technology, announced its acquisition by DC Capital Partners on March 9. Read more >

Member benefit

Turbine loan timing

Moving up in aircraft can be an eye-opening experience for a couple of reasons. Read more >

News and Notes

Video

Teens solo eight airplanes on back-to-back birthdays

Two lifelong friends celebrated their sixteenth birthdays by soloing an assortment of aircraft, four airplanes each—including a warbird and touchy taildragger not known for being kind to pilots. Read more and watch a video >

AOPA Foundation focus

'Give Wings' for the future

When you are ready to part with your aircraft, consider donating it to support general aviation. Read more >

Article

SocialFlight, FAASTeam team up for on-demand education

SocialFlight announced March 14 the launch of its new online FAA Learning System developed in partnership with the FAA Safety Team. Read more >

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': Pulitzer Prize-winning author, pilot Beverly Weintraub

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and instrument-rated private pilot Beverly Weintraub talks about the trailblazing U.S. Navy female pilots profiled in her book, Wings of Gold. Plus, get caught up on the latest general aviation news. Listen to the podcast >

Airworthiness advisories

Career Opportunities

Aviation job board

Job of the week: AOPA aviation technical writer

The aviation technical writer writes and coordinates general aviation safety content across all AOPA and AOPA Air Safety Institute media channels including print, online, video, and social media. Read the full description and apply today >

AOPA career opportunities

Join the AOPA team

Ever dream of turning your passion for aviation into a career? AOPA is looking for a You Can Fly coordinator, a creative project manager, a development operations manager, a front-end developer, a Legal Services Plan attorney, a UX/UI designer, a video editor, a mobile app developer, and Northwest Mountain and Southern regional managers. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >

Question of the Week

Question

I'm a CFI and CFII in the airplane category. Can I self-certify my application for a remote pilot certificate?

Answer

FAR 61.195(i) prohibits all self-certification by CFIs. Also, the FAA's ALC-451: Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (small UAS) Initial course is required for remote pilot certification. Your completion certificate from the FAA and proof of a current flight review will be needed for initial certification. Join the discussion >

This discussion is from our online Pilot Information Center, where you can ask questions, contribute answers, earn badges, and join our growing pilot community online. (Log in to the online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to see this discussion.) Have a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars

Stay sharp with AOPA's webinars, podcasts, and videos.

Upcoming AOPA webinars

Mar 24, 12 p.m. EDT	'Don't Get Rusty' series: Ask a CFI...almost anything
Apr 21, 12 p.m. EDT	'Don't Get Rusty' series: Now you see, now you don't
May 3, 7 p.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition

See the full webinar schedule in our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.) View our recently recorded webinars (registration required).

Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos

First paraplegic Cirrus Vision Jet pilot Clayton Smeltz

Aviation writer Martha Lunken

Kim Kissh: What it's like to be a corporate pilot

For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see the AOPA Live® YouTube channel.

AOPA podcasts

'Ask the A&Ps': 'We don't check the accuracy of your fuel gauges'

'Hangar Talk': Pulitzer-winning author, pilot Beverly Weintraub

'Pilot Briefing': Week of Mar. 14, 2022

'There I was...': Drew Ryan and Potomac Tracon

'Never Again': Nighttime fuel burn

To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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