December 6, 2019, issue of 'Flight Training' weekly newsletter


VOL 19, ISSUE 49	December 6, 2019

Training Tips

Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce

When eyes tell lies

See-and-avoid is more scientific than you might think. Here's an exercise to show you what you might be missing when you look out the windscreen. Read more >

Technique

Premium content

Quit playing chase: Tune up stick-and-rudder skills

Why are some pilots smooth on the controls while others are constantly overcorrecting? Here are some tips to fix your technique. Read more >

Flight Training News

Pilot magazine

Something for everyone: AOPA's 2020 fly-ins announced

From music to rodeo, car shows to airshows, and Wild West excursions to a metropolitan vibe, AOPA's 2020 fly-ins at three different locations will have something for everyone. Read more >

Article

'Classrooms' offered as new aviation learning environment

How's this for innovation: Instead of studying all alone for FAA knowledge tests by answering test bank questions on an app, why not gather with other students to learn from a live instructor? Read more >

ERAU partner releases weather app

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University research park partner WeatherFlow released Tempest, a personal weather information system that works with a smartphone to provide real-time data and forecasting. In other news, for the third consecutive year Military Times named ERAU among the top 10 best bets for veterans.

Quiz

Changing addresses and narrow taxiways

Test your knowledge of private pilot privileges with these questions from the AOPA Pilot Information Center. Next, see how you fare against retired TWA captain Barry Schiff. Take the quiz >

Online resource

Pireps made easy

Pilot reports are invaluable in the weather decision-making process. Brush up on the basics with the AOPA Air Safety Institute's new "Pireps Made Easy" Safety Advisor.

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': AOPA airspace guru Rune Duke talks ADS-B

AOPA airspace guru and former military air traffic controller Rune Duke talks about airspace, outer space, and aviation acronyms. Listen to the podcast >

AOPA Live This Week

AOPA Fly-Ins announced; Shopping for the pilot on your list

AOPA has three great fly-ins planned in 2020—find out where they will be. Take a look at MyGoFlight's new flight bags released just in time for the holidays. Plus, see the rare Golden Age Kinner Sportwing. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Advocacy

Bipartisan bill would spur transportation careers

Legislation intended to draw attention to careers in the transportation industry and diversify the workforce was recently introduced in the House. Read more >

Career spotlight

Fly with purpose

U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations provides a host of national security and law enforcement support in helicopters and airplanes. And it's looking to hire pilots. Read more >

Blog

Human factors assumptions

Basic human factors assumptions are considered in the aircraft design and engineering process, according to airline pilot and Flight Training blogger Chip Wright. But what happens when an unanticipated condition occurs? Read more >

ATP grows Denver presence

ATP Flight School opened a training center at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport near Boulder, Colorado, to augment its existing Centennial Airport facility in the Denver metropolitan area. The two locations provide training for 12 airline partners, cadet programs with a pathway to the major airlines, and ATP's flight instructor job program.

WAI establishes Luebke scholarship

Women in Aviation International established a scholarship to advance aviation for women in the name of longtime contributor Patricia Luebke, who died November 22. The application deadline is January 10.

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Director of flight standards and training, Sky Palace

Sky Palace in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a director of flight standards and training. This position is responsible for the training and standardization of pilots, flight attendants, flight logistics coordinators, and aircraft dispatchers. 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, government affairs (regulatory) vice president, High School Aviation Outreach director, and marketing coordinator. Learn about these opportunities >

Training Products and Resources

King Schools releases Garmin GTN 650/750 course

King Schools cofounders and instructors John and Martha King, along with company CEO Barry Knuttila, coach pilots through the operation of the Garmin GTN 650/750 series of panel-mounted touch-screen devices during an online video course that is available for $179.

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

Tracking errors

Do you know what errors you tend to make when you fly? Keeping a log of mistakes can help you identify and correct them and become a safer pilot. Read more >

Member benefit

Tax time is around the corner

Looking to finance an aircraft purchase? AOPA Finance Co. President Adam Meredith answers questions about income tax considerations. Read more >

Instrument Tip

IFR to Reno

An instrument approach is a busy, demanding phase of flight. And when it comes to understanding the procedures, it is no time to gamble. Test your knowledge of approach plates with this AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz.

Photo of the Week

Piper Pilot 100i

AOPA Senior Photographer Mike Fizer captured this up-close photo of the Piper Pilot 100i during a photo shoot in Vero Beach, Florida. Follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see more photos from AOPA staff and members.

Final Exam

Question

The regulation about flight reviews confuses me. What does "since the beginning of the 24th calendar month before the month in which that pilot acts as pilot in command…" mean? If I complete a flight review this month, when is the next one due?

Answer

The wording might seem confusing, but it means that if you complete a flight review this December, your next one is due by the end of December, two years from now.

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.

Education & Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses

Dec. 7-8	Northbrook, IL; Orlando, FL; and Watkins, CO
Jan. 4-5	Charlotte, NC; Spokane, WA; and Costa Mesa, CA
Jan. 11-12	San Antonio, TX; Portland, OR; and Alcoa, TN
Jan. 18-19	Bellevue, WA; and Elkridge, MD

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

Dec. 7

Eden Prairie, MN

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

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Dec. 7	Carlsbad, CA; Frederick, MD; Gulf Shores, AL; Spartanburg, SC; Homestead, FL; and San Jose, CA
Dec. 14	Scottsdale, AZ; and Mosinee, WI

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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