January 12, 2018, issue of 'AOPA ePilot' weekly newsletter


VOL 20, ISSUE 2	January 12, 2018

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Aircraft Maintenance: Major repairs and overhauls for propellers

Propellers may need the special attention and capabilities of a propeller shop for routine overhaul limits, operating inspections, and major repairs. Read more >

Video

Overwhelmed and overloaded

Proficiency is critical, particularly when facing a high workload in busy airspace during instrument conditions. This accident video, excerpted from the AOPA Air Safety Institute's Public Benefit Flying: Balancing Safety and Compassion online course, explores the importance of setting appropriate personal minimums and staying current and proficient. Watch the video >

Advocacy

Former airline pilot named acting head of FAA

Deputy FAA Administrator Daniel Elwell was named acting head of the agency following the conclusion of Michael Huerta's five-year term Jan. 6. Read more >

Podcast

Hangar Talk: Outgoing FAA Administrator Michael Huerta

Outgoing FAA Administrator Michael Huerta's candid talk with AOPA President Mark Baker reveals what Huerta learned about general aviation during his time at the helm of the agency; and catch up on the latest aviation news in this week's Hangar Talk podcast. Listen to the podcast >

Advocacy

Drone spotting

Flight crew reports of drone sightings have been plentiful, but the magnitude of risk that unmanned aircraft flown irresponsibly pose to other aircraft and people flying in the National Airspace System remains unclear. Read more >

Advocacy

Aviation weather researcher honored for education, outreach

A weather expert AOPA credits with "tireless education efforts" and advocacy for continued research has won an education and outreach award from the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Read more >

Health

Pilot Protection Services

Certain medications studied at high altitudes

Acetazolamide, ibuprofen, dexamethasone, and inhaled corticosteroids have been shown to help "people who have gone to altitudes from 10,000 feet up to 18,000 feet." Read more >

Technology

Article

Additional NavWorx AMOCs issued

Two new alternative methods of compliance for the airworthiness directive affecting most NavWorx Inc. universal access transceivers were approved by the FAA just days before the Jan. 11 deadline requiring affected owners to take action. Read more >

Opinion

Blog

Rage against the machine

After replacing various engine components to ferret out a "wobble," Opinion Leaders blogger Garrett Fisher notes the expensive lesson that "things in Europe take twice as long and cost twice as much for no seemingly discernible logic." Read more >

Gear

Article

AOPA, SiriusXM enter strategic relationship

SiriusXM and AOPA are offering a free one-year AOPA membership to pilots who purchase any eligible new SiriusXM aviation receiver between Jan. 1 and March 31. This new strategic alliance also will support AOPA Air Safety Institute programs and feature SiriusXM Aviation services in the AOPA You Can Fly Ambassador Program. Read more >

Travel

Slideshow

Slow airplanes and fast cars

Pilots looking for a winter warmup with an aviation theme are in luck: The annual U.S. Sport Aviation Expo takes place each January in Sebring, Florida. After you get your aviation fix, you'll find plenty of other ways to enjoy the warm Florida weather. Read more >

Slideshow

SoCal's alpine playground

When Southern Californians want to get out of the big city, they head to Big Bear, the closest alpine playground for activities year-round. Read more >

Slideshow

Double ski delight

Often called "the adventure capital of the Northern Rockies," Bozeman is home to Montana State University and a strangely pleasing assortment of ski bums and cowboys. Read more >

Financial

Member benefit

How TBO affects insurance premiums

Time between overhauls has no impact on insurance premiums, but premiums are only half of the story: TBO can have a significant effect on claim payouts. Read more >

Pilot Protection Services

Sales and use tax on aircraft purchases

Sales tax and use tax are effectively the same consumption tax, and aircraft owners should plan on paying one or the other when purchasing an aircraft. Read more >

News and Notes

Article

Discovery XL–2 out of hibernation

Expected demand for thousands of new piston training aircraft worldwide has prompted Discovery Aviation, which purchased the Liberty XL–2 design in 2014, to resume production. Read more >

Article

Baker to be inducted into Living Legends of Aviation

What do Harrison Ford, John Travolta, and AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker have in common? Baker will join the ranks of aviation's greatest influencers by being inducted into the Living Legends of Aviation Jan. 19. Read more >

Article

Piper upgrades panels

Piper Aircraft now offers Garmin G1000 NXi panels in new M500 turboprop and M350 pressurized piston singles. Read more >

Article

John Young was pioneer among astronauts

John W. Young, whose career as an astronaut spanned "three generations of space flight" and included two trips to the moon, a moon walk, and commanding the first space shuttle mission, died Jan. 5. Read more >

Article

Ray Maule, son of Maule Air's founder, has died

Ray Maule, eldest son of Maule Air founder B.D. Maule and June Maule, and one of numerous family members who worked at the company's aircraft manufacturing factory in Moultrie, Georgia, died Jan. 7. Read more >

Article

American Barnstormers Tour returns in 2018

The American Barnstormers will once again tour the Upper Midwest, bringing an array of vintage aircraft to five cities and five states in July. Read more >

Career Opportunities

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Flight instructor, Avel Flight School

Avel Flight school in the Chicago area is seeking a full-time certificated flight instructor. Primary duties include conducting ground, flight, and other various training when assigned. In addition, this role is responsible for helping to maintain the highest quality of flight instruction to ensure the success of Avel's local and international students. 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 facilities manager, medical certification specialist, writer/editorial long-term temp, insurance account executive, High School Aviation Initiative manager, accounting clerk, legislative affairs vice president, aviation program operations coordinator, and Salesforce developer. To learn more about these and other AOPA career opportunities, visit AOPA Online >

Question of the Week

Question

While flying, I heard an air traffic controller ask a pilot with a malfunctioning radio to "please say every phrase twice." Where can I find more information about this request and other unfamiliar terms?

Answer

For definitions of the "words twice" request and other terms you may not have heard before, see the Pilot/Controller Glossary.

Got a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses

Jan 13-14	Portland, Oregon; Costa Mesa, California; Alcoa, Tennessee; and Renton, Washington
Jan 20-21	Jackson, Mississippi; Frederick, Maryland; and Romulus, Michigan
Jan 27-28	San Antonio, Texas
Feb 10-11	Louisville, Kentucky; Orlando, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Fairfax, Virginia

For a complete schedule, see AOPA Online. Can't make it in person? Sign up for the AOPA Air Safety Institute's Online eFIRC.

Safety Seminars

Jan 15	Reno, Nevada; and Houston, Texas
Jan 16	Sacramento, California; and Houston, Texas
Jan 17	Milpitas, California; and San Antonio, Texas
Jan 18	Santa Rosa, California; and Austin, Texas

Topics vary—for details and a complete schedule, see AOPA Online.

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Jan 13	Stevensville, Maryland
Jan 20	Bartow, Florida; and Fort Worth, Texas
Jan 26	Sebring, Florida
Jan 27	Waco, Texas

AOPA Rusty Pilots Seminars are sponsored by Sporty's. For a complete schedule, visit the AOPA Hangar. (Log in to the AOPA Hangar using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.)

Aviation Calendar

Want something to do this weekend? Planning an aviation getaway? See AOPA's enhanced calendar of events. You can filter events, add an event, or search all events in the calendar. (Log in to the AOPA Hangar using your AOPA website username and password to search the events or to add an event.) Before you take off on an adventure, make sure you check our current aviation weather provided by Jeppesen.

For airport details, including FBO fuel prices, see AOPA Airports. AOPA does not endorse or assume responsibility for the events submitted and listed in the calendar.

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