October 11, 2019, issue of 'AOPA ePilot' weekly newsletter


VOL 21, ISSUE 41	October 11, 2019

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Top Stories

Article

Nall Report: GA fatal accidents continue to decline

The general aviation fatal accident rate declined in 2016 even as total hours flown marked three years of steady growth. Read more >

AOPA Live This Week

Safety improves; Piston power paradox revealed

The AOPA Air Safety Institute released a new edition of the Joseph T. Nall Report, and there is good news in the data. Also, we expose a piston power paradox. Watch AOPA Live This Week®, October 10 >

Technique and Safety

Article

All the help we can get

Pilots don't always respond to VFR traffic advisories, but that doesn't mean we're not looking, and grateful. Read more >

Video

Flight following vs. flight plan

Air traffic controllers explain the difference between filing a VFR flight plan and requesting flight following in this AOPA Air Safety Institute video.

Online resource

After the crash

Though rare, the potential consequences of unplanned off-airport landings are harsh. Prepare for the unlikely with this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Spotlight. Learn more >

Flight Training magazine

IFR Tip: Ready to copy?

A chart supplement addition makes picking up an IFR clearance at a nontowered airport straightforward. Read more >

Advocacy

Apply online for airworthiness certificates

The FAA has released a new automated tool that allows those seeking airworthiness certificates and other permits to apply online. Read more >

Advocacy

PilotWeb phasing out in February

If you're still in the habit of using the old PilotWeb portal, it's about to be as obsolete as the dusty 8-track deck that might be lurking in your garage. Read more >

Health

Pilot Protection Services

Three ways to live longer

We can improve our health by watching what we eat, drink, and inhale, explains Dr. Jonathan Sackier. Read more >

Technology

Article

NASA's electric 'X' arrives

NASA's first all-electric X-plane, the first crewed X-plane in two decades, will soon undergo ground testing. Read more >

Opinion

Blog

Immerse yourself in the aviation community

Stepping up from aviation enthusiast to pilot bolsters a new sense of "me," but there's another important transformation to make, writes Opinion Leaders blogger Jolie Lucas. Read more >

Gear

Article

uAvionix climbs into cockpit

uAvionix has acquired startup avionics manufacturer AeroVonics and will incorporate AeroVonics displays into its line of low-cost, easily installed products. Read more >

Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce

Aircraft Maintenance: Avionics that evolve with your aircraft

When it comes to selecting avionics, pilot and A&P Jeff Simon opts to mix and match. Read more >

Travel

Pilot magazine

Field of visionaries

History comes alive at Pennsylvania's Eagles Mere Aircraft Museum, which houses 31 aircraft built between 1911 and 1944. Read more >

Article

Islands are calling

Fourteen of the most popular Bahamas islands are open and unaffected by Hurricane Dorian—and pilots are encouraged to visit. Read more >

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Financial

Member benefit

In your wallet and in your corner

The AOPA World Mastercard offers protections from online identity theft and fraudulent purchases. Read more >

News and Notes

Article

Cape Air welcomes Tecnam Travellers

The grandson of one of Tecnam's founders helped ferry the first two P2012 Travellers from Italy to the United States. Read more >

Article

Aviation doctors recognize AOPA medical specialist

AOPA Pilot Information Center Medical Certification Director Gary Crump was elected a Fellow by the Civil Aviation Medical Association. Read more >

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': Career pilot Jeremy King

Find out how general aviation pilot, mechanic, and journalist Jeremy King turned his passion into steady pay. Listen to the podcast >

Article

The reviews are in: Pilots can rate airports, businesses

Review and rate airports, FBOs, restaurants, flight schools, and maintenance shops in AOPA's Airport Directory Online. Read more >

Article

AOPA Day brings free shipping from Sporty's

AOPA members can skip the shipping charges when ordering from Sporty's Pilot Shop on October 16. Read more >

Career Opportunities

Aviation job board

Job of the week: CFI, California Aeronautical University

California Aeronautical University is hiring flight instructors for its FAA-approved Part 141 professional flight program. CAU offers an ideal aviation training environment at Bakersfield Airport in Southern California. 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 Legal Services Plan attorney, Pilot Information Center digital product specialist, member services representative, marketing coordinator, High School Aviation Outreach director, and front-end developer. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >

Question of the Week

Question

I just moved, and I know I must update my address with the FAA within 30 days. I also want to order a replacement certificate with the new address. What's the best way to do this?

Answer

The fastest, easiest way to update your address and order a replacement certificate is via the FAA's website. It's a good idea to update your address prior to ordering the replacement certificate to ensure the correct address is used.

This question and answer were provided by AOPA's Pilot Information Center. Got a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses

Oct. 19-20	Nashville, Tennessee
Nov. 9-10	Albuquerque, New Mexico; and Anchorage, Alaska
Nov. 16-17	Austin, Texas; Dulles, Virginia; and San Diego, California
Dec. 7-8	Northbrook, Illinois; Orlando, Florida; and Watkins, 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. 14	Zionsville, Indiana; Garden City, New York; and Monroe, North Carolina
Oct. 15	Albany, New York; Asheville, North Carolina; and Fort Wayne, Indiana
Oct. 16	Greensboro, North Carolina; Butler, Pennsylvania; Austin, Texas; and Syracuse, New York
Oct. 17	Morrisville, North Carolina

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

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Oct. 12	Hillsdale, Michigan; New Castle, Delaware; and Richmond, Virginia
Oct. 19	McKinney, Texas; and Statesboro, Georgia
Oct. 26	Spring, Texas; Marion, Illinois; North Charleston, South Carolina; Williamstown, West Virginia; and Acampo, California
Nov. 2	Winchester, Virginia; and Elizabethtown, Kentucky

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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