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Cirrus-size surprise for member

Little did AOPA member Michael Graves know that taking time out of his Super Bowl party preparations to help a coworker would land him with the surprise of a lifetime: AOPA’s 2010 Sweepstakes Let’s Go Flying Cirrus SR22. Read More >>

Calling all members: Tell us about your pilot, airport group

Are you a member of an airport or pilot group at your home base? AOPA is compiling information on airport and pilot groups nationwide in order to build up grassroots advocacy efforts and engage pilots when their airport is under attack.

Haiti Relief: Trading chocolate for rice

Food is distributed to hungry survivors. John Arnold was enjoying the Hershey Chocolatefest with his family in Pennsylvania Jan. 17 when he got the message—an urgent need to transport supplies from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Haiti.

How to ‘land’ a Cessna 172 in a schoolyard

Three program coordinators at the New York City Center for Space & Science Education took a tour of the Westchester County Airport Feb. 1 to bring the real world back to the classroom.

Embraer gives Legacy 450, 500 status updates

Embraer has released updates on its Legacy 450 and Legacy 500 business jets, indicating progress in the definition phases of these designs.

Aerospace, military projects among Collier nominees

The National Aeronautic Association on Feb. 2 announced nominees for the 2009 Robert J. Collier Trophy.

FAA releases call-to-action report from Colgan accident

The FAA this week issued the final report on its call to action following the fatal crash of Colgan Airlines Flight 3407 last February outside Buffalo, N.Y. The release came just days ahead of the NTSB’s determination of pilot error as the primary cause of the accident.

Women in Aviation to take Disney by storm

Women in Aviation, International (WAI) will take Walt Disney World by storm this February. The Disney Coronado Springs Resort will host the Twenty-First Women in Aviation Conference this Feb. 25 through 27. The event’s theme is Aviation—It’s a Small World.

No user fees in Obama budget

The Obama administration released a budget Feb. 1 that would hold the line on most aviation-related programs while investing more money in airspace modernization. The budget does not propose new aviation user fees, as last year’s budget suggested it might.

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February 2010 AOPA Pilot Features

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AOPA Outreach

Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade Show | Feb. 20 - Feb. 21 - Puyallup, WA: AOPA Foundation President Karen Gebhart and AOPA's advocacy team will be on hand at the conference to give you an update on the association's advocacy and outreach efforts. [ Web site ]
AOPA at the Women in Aviation Conference | Feb. 25 - Feb. 27 - Lake Buena Vista, FL: Come visit with AOPA while attending the WAI Conference. Stop by booth 613 to learn more about the organization and the 2010 Sweepstakes Aircraft. With the theme of "Aviation - It's a Small World," participants in the 2010 WAI Conference will be immersed in the tactics and strategies necessary for successful aviation careers. For more information and to register for the conference, visit www.wai.org.
Women in Aviation Conference Luncheon | Feb. 26 - Lake Buena Vista, FL: AOPA Foundation President, Karen Gebhart participates in an industry-leader panel discussion on the role general aviation plays in the aviation industry and its benefits to the nation overall. The panel will be moderated by WAI President Peggy Chabrian and also includes Ed Bolen, President of NBAA, Paula Derks, President of AEA, and Elissa Lines, Vice President of EAA. The WAI Annual Conference is Feb. 25 - 27, 2010 in Walt Disney World, Florida. To register visit www.wai.org. [ Web site ]

Upcoming Community Flying Events

Conch Out Fly-in | Feb. 12 - Feb. 15 - Bimini, The Bahamas: Sample some of our many dishes that are made from Conch [ Web site ]
EAA Chapter 992 Chili Feed and Ski Plane Fly In | Feb. 13 - Marshfield, WI: Get your skis on and come enjoy good company, great hospitality, and warm up with some tasty chili at EAA Chapter 992's Chili Feed and Ski Plane Fly In!
Vintage Mooney Group Fly-In | Feb. 13 - Laughlin, NV: Join us for a Vintage Mooney Group fly-in to warm and sunny Laughlin for fun on the ramp in the morning and lunch at the Riverside Resort. All Mooneys welcome! [ Web site ]
IFR CLINIC | Feb. 13 - La Verne, CA: One day review of instrument procedures discussing charts, approaches, GPS, current reglations and recent changes. Great review for rusty pilots and those getting close to the IFR checkride. Tuition $65.
Sporty's Hot Dog Fly-In | Feb. 13 - Batavia, OH: A Sporty's Hot Dog Fly-In takes place every Saturday at Clermont County (I69). Free hot dogs every Saturday from noon until 2 p.m. [ Web site ]
Orange County Airport Boosters Pancake Breakfast | Feb. 13 - Orange, VA: OCABA Valentine's Day Pancake Breakfast. Supports the Frank Hume Memorial Scholarship. 8am-11am February 13th [ Web site ]
Aviation Day | Feb. 13 - Vero Beach, FL: Aviation Day, collection of Military, homebuilt, LSA aircraft on display. Fly in or drive in. [ Web site ]
Free Garmin Seminar from Garmin Aviation Regional Sales Manager | Feb. 16 - Fort Myers, FL: The event begins at 7pm. The seminar will highlight the features & benefits of the G600/500, the Aera family of aviation portable units, and the GTS traffic system. Refreshments will be provided. Please call Ralph Tomlinson at 239-936-6969 or e-mail ralph@tomlinsonavionics.net to RSVP. [ Web site ]
FLYABOUT Documentary Film Screening | Feb. 18 - Temecula, CA: Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Pat & Oscar's Restaurant, 29375 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA. FLYABOUT tells the story of Monika Petrillo's journey circumnavigating Australia in a a single-engine plane, together with her dad. Please join us for dinner and a screening of her documentary film, followed by a Q&A. Cost: $10 (dinner included) [ Web site ]
Pilot Proficiency Program | Feb. 18 - Feb. 20 - Melbourne, FL: Pilot proficiency program for Mooney pilots leading to BFR, IPC,FAA WINGS & Insurance Certificate [ Web site ]

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Seeing sparks: Jacksonville Center handed me off to Orlando Approach and I dialed in and activated the new frequency. I keyed the mike and reported my altitude and receipt of ATIS. Then, just as the controller acknowledged my transmission and began to provide my next clearance, the cockpit suddenly went dark. The transition from a fully functioning airplane to being totally void of electricity had taken less than 60 seconds … Download the iTunes podcast or the mp3 file.

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