October 19, 2018, issue of 'AOPA ePilot: Flight Training Edition'


VOL 18, ISSUE 42	October 19, 2018

Training Tips

Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce

Shooting for trouble

When things start to go wrong in flight, a rush to get on the ground could lead to more problems. Find out how troubleshooting in the air can save the day. Read more >

Flight Training News

You Can Fly

AOPA awarded American Airlines education grant

American Airlines has awarded AOPA a $25,000 flight education grant to help train a new generation of aviation professionals. Read more >

Article

Piper launches apprenticeship to boost workforce

Piper Aircraft launched an accredited two-year aircraft-building apprenticeship program on Oct. 12. Read more >

Article

Business flight hours on the rise

If you are interested in flying business jets, now's the time to look for a job. A survey indicates businesses are feeling the effects of a pilot shortage. Read more >

Article

CFIs 'set the hook' for future pilots

Flight instructors at the eighth annual Redbird Migration were reminded that a positive attitude, confidence, preparation, and teamwork are keys to a positive learning experience. Read more >

Flight Training magazine

Special treatment: Know the rules

You're not alone if flying through the Washington, D.C., Special Flight Rules Area seems intimidating. Read more >

Video

Lost in the fog

VFR flight into instrument conditions is dangerous. An experienced pilot details his IMC encounter in this AOPA Air Safety Institute Real Pilot Story.

Scholarships

CAU's full-ride scholarship still open

AOPA Supporting Sponsor California Aeronautical University is accepting applications for its Dreams Take Flight Scholarship. The $150,000 scholarship would allow a student to complete a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics, earning certificates and ratings through CFII and multiengine.

AOPA Live

AOPA Live This Week

On the NBAA scene: Praetors arrive, Cessna scores

Cessna earns big orders, and Embraer unveils the Praetor 500 and 600 at the National Business Aviation Association's convention. Also, electric power is in the spotlight, and pilot shortages spell opportunity. Watch AOPA Live This Week®, Oct. 18 >

Training Products and Resources

Am I allowed to be here?

When it comes to special-use airspace, do you know where you can and cannot go? Test your knowledge with this AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz.

PreKote wipes clean and shine

PreKote's single-use wipes are said to improve aircraft paint flexibility and provide advanced corrosion protection when used as part of a coating system. The wipes are available from Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Co. for $57.95.

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

Five ways to improve your health

As pilots, we must be diligent, committed, and focused on our skills and aircraft. The same is true when it comes to our health. Here are five tips for a healthier lifestyle. Read more >

Member Benefit

Sales pro offers aircraft buying tips

Pilatus Aircraft Regional Sales Director Ronald Smith offers advice to first-time aircraft buyers on defining an aircraft's mission. Read more >

Blogs

Professional PAs

One of the most overlooked skills of a professional pilot is using the public address system. Airline pilot and Flight Training blogger Chip Wright offers tips to help you sound like the pro you are. Read more >

Instrument Tip

AOPA Premier Partner created content

Mastering GPS approaches

CFI Wally Moran discusses different types of GPS approaches and shares tips to help you fly them more smoothly, safely, and precisely. Watch the PilotWorkshops video >

Plane Spotter

Denali the disruptor

Plane spotters looking ahead to 2019 and beyond will see new designs take flight, and a low-wing, high-tailed, single-engine turboprop with a five-blade composite propeller from Cessna Aircraft that seats up to 11 occupants and cruises at 285 knots is among them. Named Denali, the newcomer will be powered by a "clean-sheet" (new design) GE Catalyst engine of 1,240 shaft horsepower. Sometimes aircraft market segments grow stagnant and become ripe for disruption, said Cessna, asserting that the Denali "changes everything." (Image courtesy of Textron Aviation.)

Final Exam

Question

I am a recreational pilot and am almost ready to take the practical test for my private pilot certificate, which I heard will include only the maneuvers I didn't perform on the recreational pilot test. Is that correct?

Answer

No. Any maneuver in the Private Pilot—Airplane Airman Certification Standards is fair game for the practical test. You should be prepared to fly each maneuver to the standard listed in the ACS.

This question and answer were provided by the aviation experts in AOPA's Pilot Information Center. 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

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Job of the week: CFII, Kissimmee, Florida

AeroStar Training Services is seeking CFII candidates to perform flight instructor duties authorized by the FAA in accordance with the approved syllabi and to ensure that all students understand and practice all aspects of AeroStar's training procedures and policies, including safety standards. 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 scholarship program manager, customer acquisitions director, development operations director, medical certification technician, curriculum development director, aviation finance loan processor, accounts payable accounting technician, aviation finance sales manager/senior account executive, publications senior director, renewals insurance agent, regulatory affairs director, new business aviation insurance agent, and aviation finance account executive. Learn about these and other AOPA career opportunities >

Education & Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses

Oct. 20-21	Columbia, South Carolina; and Windsor Locks, Connecticut
Nov. 10-11	Atlanta, Georgia; and San Diego, California
Nov. 17-18	Austin, Texas; and Anchorage, Alaska
Dec. 1-2	Orlando, Florida; and Denver, Colorado

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

Oct. 22	Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Van Nuys, California; Mesa, Arizona; Fairfax, Virginia; Concord, California; and Monroe, North Carolina
Oct. 23	West Des Moines, Iowa; Ontario, California; Tucson, Arizona; Richmond, Virginia; Fresno, California; Asheville, North Carolina; and Zionsville, Indiana
Oct. 24	Bellevue, Nebraska; Greensboro, North Carolina; Costa Mesa, California; Hampton, Virginia; and Fort Wayne, Indiana
Oct. 25	San Diego, California; Morrisville, North Carolina; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Olathe, Kansas; and Lynchburg, Virginia

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

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Oct. 20	Spring, Texas; Sebring, Florida; Abilene, Texas; London, Kentucky; Rock Falls, Illinois; and Lawrence, Kansas
Oct. 27	Richmond, Virginia; Broomfield, Colorado; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Gulf Shores, Alabama; and Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Nov. 3	Henderson, Nevada; Poplar Bluff, Missouri; Burlington, Washington; Acampo, California; and Tuskegee, Alabama
Nov. 10	Carlsbad, California; and Winchester, Virginia

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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