March 6, 2020, issue of 'Flight Training' weekly newsletter


VOL 20, ISSUE 10	March 6, 2020

Training Tips

Sponsored by Hartzell Propeller

Warm up for spring flying

In the first of the AOPA Air Safety Institute's new four-part series, Seasons of Safety, we'll kick off the flying season by highlighting keys to regaining pilot proficiency and ensuring the airplane and other equipment are ready for flight. Watch the video >

Article

Red Tail dream alive in Alabama

The Red Tail Scholarship Foundation honors World War II Tuskegee Airmen by training future generations of African American pilots and mechanics at the Alabama airfield where the original Red Tails cut their teeth. Read more and watch a video >

WAI, ERAU offer free online aviation course for youth

Women in Aviation International and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University have introduced a self-paced online course tailored to learners ages 8 through 17. The initiative recognizes Girls in Aviation Day and "leverages Embry-Riddle expertise and instructional design to inspire the next generation of aviation professionals," the organizations announced.

Georgia flight school shuts down; coronavirus cited as connection

Falcon Aviation Academy, which trained Chinese aviation students at three Georgia airports, "shut down most of its operations," a decision that "appears to be connected to the outbreak of the coronavirus in China," the Newnan Times-Herald reported.

After the checkride

Savor the silence

For most of us, the familiar roar of the engine is a comfort—assurance that all is running smoothly. For others, silence is bliss. Read more >

Standard time ends March 8

If you live in an area that observes daylight saving time, don't forget to move your clocks forward one hour March 8. Remember that the conversion to Coordinated Universal Time will change, too. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's time conversion chart can help you avoid confusion.

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': Ted Greenfield encourages 'silver' students

We chat with Ted Greenfield, whose "Over 50 and Learning to Fly" YouTube channel encourages those in their "early silver period" to pursue aviation. Listen to the podcast >

AOPA LIVE THIS WEEK

Sweeps RV–10 sports new colors; GoFly inspires new designs

You'll love the AOPA Sweepstakes RV–10's new look! Also, check out the futuristic flyers that competed in the GoFly Prize Final Fly Off, and assess the tornado devastation in Tennessee. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Career Pilot

Training travails

Regional airlines and fractional-ownership companies are no longer choosing the best 25 of 500 candidates. Read more >

Online resource

What is a TAA?

Learn how the definition of technically advanced aircraft has changed, and how a TAA can help you become a commercial pilot. Read more >

NASA recruiting astronauts for the moon, Mars

NASA is accepting applications for future astronaut trainees. If you think you have the right stuff, apply by March 31.

NATA scholarship deadline approaching

The National Air Transportation Association's $1,500 Richard L. Taylor Flight Training Scholarship is available to undergraduate college students in the aviation industry, and funds can be applied to one year of full-time study. The deadline is March 27.

Aviation job board

Job of the week: AOPA associate developer of safety programs

The associate developer of safety programs supports the AOPA Air Safety Institute online and in-person certificated flight instructor renewal programs through customer service, content development and editing, and administration of CFI renewal documentation. 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, facilities technician, front-end developer, communications senior director, government affairs (regulatory) vice president, High School Aviation Outreach director, and several interns. To learn more about these and other AOPA career opportunities, visit AOPA Online >

Training Products and Resources

Wagstaff teaches Sporty's new aerobatics course

Dive into aerobatic maneuvers with airshow legend Patty Wagstaff to learn how aerobatics can help you become a more confident, competent pilot. The Intro to Aerobatics with Patty Wagstaff video course from Sporty's Pilot Shop is available online for $49.99.

PilotMall unveils Sun 'n Fun merchandise

PilotMall unveiled a variety of 2020 Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo merchandise—lapel pins, patches, T-shirts, caps, and more—in advance of the March 31 to April 5 event at Florida's Lakeland Linder International Airport.

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

Article

Tips to break into the Pilot Passport top 100 check-ins

Find out how a pilot climbed to the top 100 check-ins in the AOPA app's Pilot Passport and what you can do to improve your ranking in March. Read more >

Article

AOPA Flight Planner to sunset

Jeppesen will be decommissioning its legacy map engine that powers much of the information in the AOPA Flight Planner. Because of this, AOPA will be sunsetting the planner by the end of April. Read more >

Member benefit

How much airplane can I afford?

An aircraft buyer's purchasing power depends on several factors. Read more >

Pilot Protection Services

Liability waivers in aviation

Although liability waivers may provide legal protection for pilots, you should be aware of circumstances in which courts may elect not to uphold a waiver. Read more >

Article

Cellphone insurance built into AOPA World Mastercard

Cellphone insurance is automatically included when you pay your cellular bill with your AOPA World Mastercard. Read more >

Instrument Tip

Cross-country to Crescent City

The weather reports for your route reveal it's a great day to log some light IFR time along the Gulf Coast, but your GPS is acting up. Can you find your way to New Orleans without it? Take this AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz to find out.

Photo of the Week

Czech mates: Bristells over Florida

AOPA eMedia Associate Editor David Tulis photographed a pair of Bristell light sport aircraft flying in formation over Florida's scenic Ten Thousand Islands. Read about these airplanes from the Czech Republic in the April issue of AOPA Pilot. Follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see more photos from AOPA members and staff.

Final Exam

Question

I don't know why this stumps me every time, but with daylight saving time starting this Sunday, what is the time differential between local time in Pennsylvania and Zulu time?

Answer

During standard time, the Eastern time zone is five hours behind Coordinated Universal Time, also known as Zulu time. When the clocks are turned ahead an hour on March 8, the Eastern time zone will be four hours behind Zulu time, and will remain that way until daylight saving time ends in early November.

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

Mar. 14-15	Tempe, AZ; King of Prussia, PA; and Santa Clara, CA
Mar. 21-22	Ontario, CA
Apr. 4-5	Indianapolis, IN; and San Diego, CA
Apr. 18-19	Atlanta, GA; Aurora, CO; Dulles, VA; and Tampa, FL

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

Mar. 9	Monroe, NC; Olathe, KS; and Reno, NV
Mar. 10	Wichita, KS; and Asheville, NC
Mar. 11	Oklahoma City, OK; and Greensboro, NC
Mar. 12	Morrisville, NC; and Rogers, Arkansas

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

Rusty Pilots Seminars

Mar. 7	Redding, CA; and Reedsburg, WI
Mar. 14	Burlington, WA; and Kissimmee, FL
Mar. 21	Hammond, LA; Omaha, NE; Washington, NC; and Kenosha, WI
Mar. 28	Cleveland, OH; Live Oak, FL; and Rensselaer, IN

AOPA Rusty Pilots seminars are sponsored by Sporty's. For a complete schedule, visit our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center 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 our online Pilot Information Center 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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