September 20, 2019, issue of 'AOPA ePilot' weekly newsletter
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| VOL 21, ISSUE 38 |
September 20, 2019 |
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Top Stories
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| Slideshow |
| Soaring camp transforms teen |
| A week of soaring camp in Vermont's Green Mountains was just the ticket to turn a pilot's skeptical daughter into an aviation enthusiast. Read more > |
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| AOPA Live This Week |
| Aviation career security; Tullahoma from a tent |
| An AOPA Fly-In gets more visceral, and social, when you pack a tent. Also, pilots' perspectives on Draco's destruction, and watch a Pittsburgh school prepare students for aviation jobs in hot demand. Watch AOPA Live This Week®, Sept. 19 > |
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AOPA Fly-Ins
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| Slideshow |
| Tullahoma draws crowd, firewalls fun |
| We wrapped a year of eightieth anniversary celebration into two big days Sept. 13 and 14, returning to Tullahoma, Tennessee, for our third and final 2019 Fly-In. Read more > |
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| Slideshow |
| Ready to rough it |
| Even with a Tennessee heat wave in the forecast, camping at an AOPA Fly-In had a lot to offer—despite the challenges. Read more > |
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Technique and Safety
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| Flight Training Magazine |
| Sharpen by soaring |
| Not only do sailplanes offer a less expensive route to primary proficiency, it's never too late for seasoned pilots to sharpen stick-and-rudder fundamentals. Read more > |
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| Video |
| Ready, aim, flare! |
| Having trouble gauging your touchdown point on the runway? Watch this AOPA Air Safety Institute video for a handy trick to stay on target. |
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| AOPA Premier Partner created content |
| Caught on camera: Scary approach |
| Two experienced pilots nearly become statistics on a short flight. Here's the behind-the-scenes story of the accident that almost happened. Watch the video from PilotWorkshops > |
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Advocacy
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| Advocacy |
| Time is running (ADS-B) Out |
| AOPA and the FAA remind pilots that time is short while the benefits of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out equipage by Jan. 1, 2020, are many. Senior leadership has more to say in this letter > |
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| Advocacy |
| Seeking daylight for drone tech |
| While the pace of regulatory progress has frustrated the drone industry, AOPA noted the benefits of building trust through technological transparency. Read more > |
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Health
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| Pilot Protection Services |
| The edge of the slippery slope |
| Over-the-counter supplements may promise performance enhancement, but a little skepticism can be healthy. Read more > |
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Opinion
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| Blog |
| 'Citizen' polar flight aims to bring world closer |
| Opinion Leaders blogger Robert DeLaurentis will use his polar circumnavigation to highlight the similarities that connect us. Read more > |
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Gear
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| Article |
| tailBeacon gets STC |
| uAvionix received FAA supplemental type certificate approval for its tailBeacon integrated rear position light and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out solution on Sept. 13. Read more > |
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Travel
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| Slideshow |
| History, outdoor adventure await |
| Enjoy a sunset horseback ride, or zip line, hike, bicycle, or drive to take in the Texas-sized wonder of Palo Duro Canyon. Read more > |
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| Want more general aviation travel stories? Sign up for our free AOPA Travel Pilot biweekly newsletter. |
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Financial
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| Member benefit |
| Title insurance ensures a clean title |
| When it comes to buying an aircraft, what is the difference between a title search and title insurance? Read more > |
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| Article |
| Straight talk about life insurance |
| After you buy life insurance, you may think you're all set, but don't forget to maintain and adjust your coverage to keep up with changes in your life, and the economy. Read more > |
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News and Notes
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| Slideshow |
| Sanders, Findlay win Reno |
| Souped-up pistons topped 400 mph at the 2019 Stihl National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada, while much slower short-field specialists laid the groundwork for formal competition next year. Read more > |
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| Article |
| Patey, pax unhurt in crash that destroyed 'Draco' |
| "I made mistakes," Mike Patey told the world hours after he survived a crash that destroyed the highly customized social media darling Draco.Read more > |
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| Article |
| D-Day doc in production |
| A forthcoming documentary promises new stories and unlimited behind-the-scenes access to the D-Day Squadron's massive undertaking. Read more > |
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| Article |
| Seminar aims to raise level of aviation education |
| The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators will offer its CFI-PRO Workshop, including tours of AOPA headquarters, Oct. 2 and 3 in Frederick, Maryland. Read more > |
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| Article |
| Piper launches aircraft-assembly apprentice program |
| The first apprentices in a two-year training program launched by Piper Aircraft are attending classes and receiving hands-on training in fabrication and aircraft assembly. Read more > |
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Career Opportunities
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| Aviation job board |
| Job of the week: CFI/co-pilot, Lyddon Aero Center |
| Lyddon Aero Center in Liberal, Kansas, is seeking a CFI and co-pilot for its busy 135 operation. This position includes flying with students and co-piloting three Beechjet 400A aircraft as well as several turboprop aircraft. Read the full description and apply today > |
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| AOPA career opportunities |
| Join the AOPA team |
| Ever dream of turning your passion for aviation into a career? AOPA is looking for a member services representative, marketing coordinator, High School Aviation Initiative director, and front-end developer. Learn about AOPA career opportunities > |
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Question of the Week
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Question
I'm taking some family members flying for the first time, including a small child. What regulation governs the use of seat belts and child restraints in Part 91 operations? |
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Education & Seminars
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| Flight Instructor Refresher Courses |
| Sep. 21-22 |
Elkridge, Maryland |
| Oct. 5-6 |
Santa Clara, California |
| Oct. 19-20 |
Nashville, Tennessee |
| Nov. 9-10 |
Albuquerque, New Mexico; and Anchorage, Alaska |
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| Safety Seminars |
| Sep. 23 |
Burlington, Washington; Watkins, Colorado; and Waterford, Michigan |
| Sep. 24 |
Seattle, Washington |
| Oct. 2 |
Dodge Center, Minnesota; and Columbus, Ohio |
| Oct. 3 |
Batavia, Ohio |
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| Topics vary—for details and a complete schedule, see AOPA Online. |
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| Rusty Pilots Seminars |
| Sep. 21 |
Butler, Pennsylvania; and Medford, Oregon |
| Sep. 28 |
Santa Ana, California; College Park, Maryland; and Seattle, Washington |
| Oct. 5 |
Southbridge, Massachusetts; Palo Alto, California; and Roanoke, Virginia |
| Oct. 12 |
Hillsdale, Michigan; New Castle, Delaware; and Richmond, Virginia |
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| 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.) |
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Aviation Calendar
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| 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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Jim Moore
Dan Namowitz
David Tulis
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Melissa Whitehouse |
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