Training Tip: A 'Nasty Rotten' checkride


VOL 20, ISSUE 38	September 18, 2020

Training Tips

Sponsored by Hartzell Propeller

Seasons of Safety: A cross-continent journey

AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden will share his experience ferrying a Super Cub across the country during a webinar on September 24 at 7 p.m. Eastern time. He'll discuss risk management and more. Register here >

FAA updates on airman testing

Keep up with the FAA as it updates its training and testing materials by visiting the Airman Testing website and reviewing the What's New and Upcoming in Airman Testing document that was released on September 11. This AOPA article reported on other important changes coming soon.

ERAU education programs recognized nationally

U.S. News & World Report's 2021 Best Colleges guide recognized Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University campuses in Prescott, Arizona, and Daytona Beach, Florida, as leaders for aviation and engineering-based education programs.

Ohio State launches online remote pilot course

Ohio State University created an online course to prepare potential drone pilots for the FAA Part 107 remote pilot written exam. Registration for the non-credit course will open at the end of September.

Flight schools in Canada, Spain, China purchase Alsim training devices

Alsim Flight Training Solutions announced simulator sales to Langley Flying School in Langley, British Columbia, and FTEJerez in Jerez, Spain. Also, the Civil Aviation Flight University of China ordered four AL42 simulators to increase its fleet of Alsim training devices to nine.

Article

Can you ace these tests?

Test your knowledge with these questions from the aviation experts in the AOPA Pilot Information Center and retired airline pilot Barry Schiff. Find out if you are an ace >

Podcast

'There I was...': Bird strike at night

In the latest episode of the AOPA Air Safety Institute's There I was... podcast, longtime pilot Loren Kopseng recalls a bird strike at night in his Aviat Husky. Listen to the podcast >

AOPA Live This Week

Marine honors sacrifice; Firefighting teen; Air-to-air technique

A U.S. Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient honors Gold Star families with help from general aviation. Also, meet a 19-year-old firefighting helicopter pilot, and learn secrets for great aerial photography. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Article

Baker addresses CAU graduates

Perseverance was the message AOPA President Mark Baker delivered to the graduating class of 2020 at California Aeronautical University in a recorded video at their September 12 ceremony. Read more >

Advocacy

FAA to open two workforce development grant programs

Two Aviation Workforce Development Grant programs will soon accept online applications. Aviation advocates welcomed the development. Read more >

Article

Decisions, decisions

Corporate aviation is aviation's miscellaneous category. That brings lots of benefits in terms of flexibility to job seekers, but the opportunities can be overwhelming to sift through. Read more >

Article

Fighting instructor frustration

Finding ways to help your students succeed is your path to avoiding frustration as a flight instructor. Read more >

Blog

Family time can be challenging for career pilots

Career pilots' travel schedules can take a toll on a young family, writes airline pilot and Flight Training blogger Chip Wright, who strives to strike a balance between work and time spent with loved ones. Read more >

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': Hollywood stunt pilot JW 'Corkey' Fornof

If you've viewed a film featuring aviation scenes, then you've most likely witnessed Hollywood pilot J.W. "Corkey" Fornof in action. Listen to the podcast >

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Crew scheduler, Air Transport International Inc.

Air Transport International Inc. in Wilmington, Ohio, is seeking a crew scheduler to refine and implement the short and middle range crew schedule of ATI aircraft, maintain positive communication with crews of all schedule changes, and minimize costs. Read the full description and apply today >

Training Products and Resources

Survival tool performs six functions

A 6-in-1 Charger Survival Tool from PilotMall.com includes a window break hammer, a seat belt cutter, a flashing red beacon, a 130-lumen LED flashlight, a USB car charger, and a 2,200-mAh portable power bank. The survival tool costs $19.99.

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

AOPA Premier Partner created content

Caught on camera: Cessna 172 lands at busy Class B airport

Landing a Cessna 172 at a Class B airport isn't something general aviation pilots do often. Watching this experienced pilot handle rapid-fire radio calls and task saturation provides an interesting and valuable lesson. Watch the PilotWorkshops video >

Online resource

Ask the experts, join a discussion

Share your aviation-related questions in the online Pilot Information Center, where you can get answers from AOPA's experts as well as other AOPA members. Plus, you can join the discussion on topics ranging from flight training to international flying. Log in to submit your questions >

Pilot Protection Services

Logbook inspections

If the FAA asks you to present your logbook for review, you need to know what's required.Read more >

Member benefit

Lenders and overhauls

Lenders might be reluctant to make loans on aircraft that have had partial overhauls near TBO and those with engines close to TBO. Read more >

Instrument Tip

Article

Ejection handle

Think of minimum safe altitude as an ejection handle. It provides 1,000 feet of obstacle clearance in the general airport area, giving you a fighting chance in an emergency. Read more >

Photo of the Week

Leaf peeping

AOPA Senior Photographer Mike Fizer captured this image of a Cessna 182 Skylane framed by rolling hills dotted with fall colors. Follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see more photos from AOPA members and staff.

Final Exam

Question

I am ready to enter into a partnership with an individual who already owns the airplane. What process and forms need to be filed to complete this arrangement?

Answer

It depends on how the aircraft is currently owned and what sort of ownership arrangement you are forming. There are a lot of co-ownership options, including partnership, co-owner, and various corporate entities. Check out this AOPA Online resource page and this AOPA Pilot article to get started. Join the discussion >

This discussion is from our online Pilot Information Center, where you can ask questions, contribute answers, earn badges, and join our growing pilot community online. 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 in-person educational courses and seminars have been canceled or postponed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Stay sharp with our webinars, podcasts, and videos.

Upcoming AOPA webinars

Sep. 24, 7 p.m. EDT	Seasons of Safety: A cross-continent VFR journey
Sep. 25, 12 p.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Sep. 30, 7 p.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Oct. 3, 11 a.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition

See the full webinar schedule in our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.) View our recently recorded webinars (registration required).

Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos

You Can Fly Champions

How a PPS panel attorney protects AOPA members

'Bachelor' star Peter Weber

DK's Top 5: Everything you've always wanted to ask a controller

Kellee Edwards

High school scholarship recipient Tristan Dawson

For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see AOPA Online.

AOPA Podcasts

'Ask the A&Ps': I'm upside down and there's no oil in my engine!

'Hangar Talk': Hollywood stunt pilot JW 'Corkey' Fornof

'Hangar Talk' Flight Time series: Zoan Harclerode

'Pilot Briefing': Week of Sep. 14, 2020

'There I was...': Loren Kopseng

'Never Again': Deadly decisions

'Pilot Protection Services Podcast': Predicting the future

To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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