June 22, 2018, issue of 'AOPA ePilot: Flight Training Edition'


VOL 18, ISSUE 25	June 22, 2018

Training Tips

Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce

Let that be a lesson

Do you warm up before beginning your flight lesson? Read more >

Flight Training News

You Can Fly

AOPA supports 22 'very focused' students

AOPA has awarded $5,000 scholarships to 22 students selected from a pool of 1,300 applicants in the 2018 You Can Fly High School Flight Training Scholarship Program. Read more >

Article

Dowling College to get new life

New York-based Dowling College's aviation program was once ranked among the nation's best; new owners have plans to transform the campus into an aviation business hub. Read more >

First flock of Redbird Migration speakers announced

The Redbird Migration 2018 flight training conference, to be held at the AOPA You Can Fly Academy in Frederick, Maryland, Oct. 9 to 11, will include presentations by AOPA Senior Vice President of Media, Communications, and Outreach Tom Haines; Blue Line Advisors Founder David Pasahow; and Redbird's Roger Sharp. The event will also feature discussions about flight analytics, marketing, and hands-on learning, all aiming to energize the flight training industry.

Article

Pilot academy to concentrate on diversity

The Organization for Black Aerospace Professionals is opening an aviation academy near Memphis, Tennessee, to increase diversity in the airline industry. Read more >

Video

Got the traffic in sight?

Brush up on see-and-avoid techniques with the AOPA Air Safety Institute's Collision Avoidance: See, sense, separate video. Learn how to make yourself more visible and recognize traffic conflicts. Watch the video >

Scholarships

Article

Homer scholarship winners announced

Two youths will advance their pursuit of aviation because of awards honoring United Flight 93 first officer LeRoy W. Homer Jr., who died in the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Read more >

AOPA Live

AOPA Live This Week

Missoula draws thousands; Scorpion attack

Catch up on the fun you may have missed at the first AOPA Fly-In of 2018, including a fly-out to a Hollywood film location some of us will Always remember. Also this week, see what happens when Tom Haines gets his hands on Textron's Scorpion attack jet for a sortie, and Cirrus claims its Collier. Watch AOPA Live This Week®, June 21 >

Training Products and Resources

Updated IFR kneeboard

Aviation Supplies and Academics has updated its brushed aluminum IFR Kneeboard, which includes printed placards that serve as handy references. The top clip secures charts, and the kneeboard serves as a portable desk. The kneeboard is available online for $16.95.

Thunderstorm nuts and bolts

Microbursts are mega troublemakers to be avoided. Can you always identify one by a visible rain shaft? This AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz explains. Take the quiz >

Note: Products listed have not been evaluated by ePilot editors unless otherwise noted. AOPA assumes no responsibility for products or services listed or for claims or actions by manufacturers or vendors.

Member Benefits

Pilot Protection Services

Marijuana use could leave your certificate 'up in smoke'

Even though some states are decriminalizing or legalizing the possession and personal consumption of marijuana, pilots still must comply with federal controlled-substance laws and regulations. Read more >

Member Benefit

Airplane partners can be a good idea

When you purchase an airplane with a partner, you can share expenses, which means you will be able to afford to fly more—and that's a good thing. Read more >

Member benefit

Find out about insurance options

View a short video clip to find out how you can save money when considering aircraft insurance options. Watch the video >

Blogs

Per diem funds explained

Food and travel expenses can be significant for career pilots on the go, writes Flight Training blogger and airline pilot Chip Wright, who explains how to calculate the "time away from base." Read more >

Plane Spotter

Tilt tech

If there were a quiz to earn your plane spotter's credentials, identifying this aircraft would be a freebie question. Whether you spot a Bell Boeing V–22 Osprey taking off, hovering, or landing with its nacelles and 38-foot rotors pointed skyward, or watch it accelerating to 270 knots like a turboprop airplane (with nacelles and rotors rotated forward), there's no mistaking an Osprey. Tiltrotor technology makes the V–22 a multi-role marvel, ready to serve in a military combat or humanitarian mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor T. McBride.)

Final Exam

Question

Am I required to sign my pilot certificate in order for it to be valid? Where can I find this information?

Answer

Yes. A pilot certificate must be signed to be valid. You can find this guidance in the Flight Standards Information Management System. Pilot certificates also may be laminated after they are signed. For the specifics, see the website.

Did you know that student pilots who join AOPA are three times more likely to complete their flight training? Membership includes unlimited access to aviation information by phone (800-USA-AOPA, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern time) or from AOPA Online. Got a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Career Opportunities

Aviation job board

Job of the week: CFI, Horizon Aviation

Horizon Aviation in Providence, Rhode Island, is in search of a certificated flight instructor. The school believes that flight instructors can do more than just build hours; they are continuing a tradition and inspiring the next generation of aviators. 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 foundation communication director, aviation finance account executive, web application developer, marketing coordinator, aviation writer, receptionist, marketing manager, medical certification specialist, High School Aviation Initiative curriculum specialist, and web project manager. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >

Education & Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses

Jun 23-24	Lake Mary, Florida
Jul 14-15	Jacksonville, Florida; and Frederick, Maryland
Aug 4-5	Reno, Nevada
Aug 18-19	Atlanta, Georgia

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

Jul 23-27

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Jun 23	Allentown, Pennsylvania
Jun 30	West Chicago, Illinois; and Twin Falls, Idaho
Jul 7	Madisonville, Kentucky
Jul 14	Broomfield, Colorado; Jacksonville, Florida; Kennesaw, Georgia; Ogden, Utah; Atmore, Alabama; and Hayward, California

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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