April 10, 2020, issue of 'Flight Training' weekly newsletter


VOL 20, ISSUE 15	April 10, 2020

Training Tips

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Home sweet ground school

Most of us don't have access to flying right now, but pilots don't let pandemics push aside their passion for aviation. Here's a quiz that will get you thinking through core flight training concepts. Read more >

Technique

Checkride

Filling the squares

Learning to fly is challenging, but the thrill of success justifies the hard work you'll put in. Read more >

Flight Training News

Embry-Riddle temporarily grounds flight ops

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University temporarily ceased flight operations at its Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, campuses in keeping with coronavirus-related 30-day stay-at-home orders for nonessential personnel in those states.

American Flyers continues flight training

American Flyers reassured students and employees that it is adhering to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines during the coronavirus pandemic while continuing flight training. The flight school stressed that general aviation flight training is "critical to our nation's emergency response plans."

Flight lesson

Troubleshooting on top

A newly instrument-rated pilot experienced a partial electrical failure on his first solo IFR flight. Read more >

Advocacy

FAA developing examiner system fixes, extends some deadlines

A working group studying the FAA's designated pilot examiner system plans to hear recommendations in June to help make pilot practical testing more efficient and delay-free. Read more >

Ramp appeal

Mad for a Mooney

Mooney airplanes have always been distinctive. The low wings and straight-up leading edge of the vertical stabilizer are dead giveaways. Read more >

Video

Talk the talk

Whether you're flying at a nontowered field or communicating with air traffic control, concise communication improves safety. Review the fundamentals with this Safety Tip video from the AOPA Air Safety Institute.

AOPA LIVE THIS WEEK

Virtual Sweeps experience; More lifesaving GA efforts

Get ready to fly your AOPA Sweepstakes RV–10 from the comfort of home, admire new efforts by general aviation to help people survive the coronavirus, and check out our favorite flying videos rolling in from those of you who are not homebound. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Article

Airlines go from boom to bust

What had been the hottest job market for pilots in 60 years just went up in smoke in the coronavirus pandemic. Read more >

Career spotlight

Eye in the sky

Traffic is a nightmarish fact of life (most of the time) for millions of people. Thankfully traffic pilots help commuters cope. Read more >

Sporty's announces latest 'Air Facts' scholarship winner

Sporty's Pilot Shop and Air Facts awarded 19-year-old Chandler Webb the second annual $2,500 Richard Collins Writing Prize for Young Pilots. His article, "Pilot in Command," details the lessons he learned during a long cross-country flight with his parents that didn't go as planned.

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Part 121 flight standards captain, Empire Airlines

Join an innovative airline with over 40 years of history. Empire Airlines in Hayden, Idaho, is looking for a Part 121 flight standards captain. 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 medical certification specialist, membership experience senior manager, major gifts officer, data analyst, associate developer of safety programs, government affairs (regulatory) vice president, and high school aviation outreach director. To learn more about these and other AOPA career opportunities, visit AOPA Online >

Training Products and Resources

Night ops

Flying at night can be breathtaking and challenging. Prepare for your next night flight with this AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz!

Note: Products listed have not been evaluated by Flight Training 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

TBO or not TBO?

Although adhering to TBO (time between overhaul) limits is not mandatory in Part 91 operations, doing so can give you peace of mind and save money in the long run. Read more >

Member benefit

Valuations

The buyer, the seller, and the lender all have different perspectives when it comes to determining an aircraft's value—and the market plays a role as well. Read more >

Instrument Tip

Article

Practice the skills you'll use

Do you plan to be an airline or corporate pilot? Or will you fly for fun or personal business? You should choose a goal early in your instrument training. Read more >

Photo of the Week

Head above the clouds

AOPA Senior Photographer Mike Fizer illustrates an ideal general aviation daydream with this photograph of a Cessna TTx flying above the clouds over Lake of the Ozarks. Follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see more photos from AOPA members and staff.

Final Exam

Question

Now that many flight schools are closed or not permitting dual flights, what can a student do to stay in the loop?

Answer

Now is a good time to catch up on ground school, review or learn the regulations, study for the knowledge test, read through the Aeronautical Information Manual, and learn or re-read your flight manual. If you still need some projects, the AOPA Air Safety Institute offers free online courses, quizzes, videos, and podcasts.

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

AOPA's educational courses and seminars have been canceled or postponed in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

AOPA Courses and Seminars

Flight Instructor Refresher Courses	Canceled through June
Safety Seminars	Canceled indefinitely
Rusty Pilots Seminars	Canceled through June

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