Icon suit; Flight training fallout from warbird case
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| VOL 23, ISSUE 24 |
June 11, 2021 |
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Top Stories
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| Article |
| Icon shareholders file suit |
| A group of Icon Aircraft shareholders, including former Boeing CEO Phil Condit and Icon founder Kirk Hawkins, is suing the California aircraft manufacturer claiming the firm intends to illegally transfer aviation technology to China. Read more > |
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| Advocacy |
| Training implications of warbird case could degrade safety |
| The FAA's initial response to a federal court ruling that could have broad and negative implications for flight training is "unnecessary and unwarranted," and based on "irrational legal positions," aviation groups say. Read more > |
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| AOPA Live This Week |
| 'Irrational' FAA interpretation blasted; Cub cross-country |
| Aviation groups push back on a legal view that jeopardizes the flight training industry. Also, a teen promotes aviation from a Piper Cub, and AOPA Editor in Chief Tom Haines spots a Tomcat in a Kentucky museum. Watch AOPA Live This Week® > |
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Technique and Safety
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| Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce |
| Aircraft Maintenance: Mandatory vs. discretionary |
| Overhaul times, recommended inspection intervals, service bulletins, and service letters are not mandatory for most Part 91 operators. It's up to you to make smart decisions for both your safety and your wallet. Read more > |
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| Webinar |
| Things that go bump in the flight |
| Meteorologist and CFII J-P Dice will discuss turbulence and how to avoid it in this AOPA Air Safety Institute webinar on June 17 at 7 p.m. Eastern time. Register now > |
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| Online resource |
| Aircraft systems and avionics |
| When was the last time you curled up with your aircraft's pilot's operating handbook or avionics systems manual? If it has been a while, you might enjoy a quick refresher with this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Center. |
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| Video |
| Everyone's problem |
| In this AOPA Air Safety Institute video, we examine a flight training accident in Texas that killed an instructor and two students. This accident holds lessons for all of us—not only as pilots and CFIs, but as friends, peers, and co-workers. |
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| Podcast |
| 'Ask the A&Ps': About half the time, reported cracked cylinders aren't cracked |
| Ask the A&Ps podcast hosts Mike Busch, Paul New, and Colleen Sterling debate shock cooling, help an owner set his stall warning tab, debunk unapproved equipment myths, give an owner advice on breaking in new cylinders, and more. Submit your questions for the next episode.
Listen to the podcast > |
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Advocacy
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| Advocacy |
| Hangars in high demand |
| Hangars are in high demand and short supply, with some airports compiling waiting lists that can top several years, according to two surveys. Read more > |
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| Advocacy |
| Aircraft owners reminded to complete GA Survey |
| Aircraft owners and operators who received invitations to participate in the forty-third General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey should respond soon. The confidential survey helps assess aviation infrastructure needs and safety initiatives.
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Health
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| Pilot Protection Services |
| Drink up? |
| Learn why coffee should be consumed in moderation and how its caffeine could affect you. Read more > |
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Opinion
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| Blog |
| What makes a great mechanic? |
| Polar circumnavigator and Opinion Leaders blogger Robert DeLaurentis lists seven qualities aircraft owners should look for in a mechanic. Read more > |
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Gear
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| Article |
| New features for wireless aircraft data module |
| A Bluetooth adapter from FlightData Solutions now automates sharing powerplant performance and other data. In-flight recording is also now enabled with or without a connected mobile device. Read more > |
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Travel
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| Big Bear for breakfast |
| A picturesque flight from Southern California to Big Bear City Airport in the San Bernardino Mountains comes with mountain flying and high-density-altitude challenges. Read more > |
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| Want more general aviation travel stories? Sign up for our AOPA Travel Pilot biweekly newsletter. |
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Financial
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| Article |
| FBO titans cash out to investors expecting growth |
| A pair of deals will put two titans of the aircraft services industry into new investors' hands, and smaller shops are also positioning for growth. Read more > |
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| AOPA Foundation Focus |
| AOPA Foundation receives highest rating from Charity Navigator |
| Charity Navigator, the world's largest guide for philanthropic decision making, singled out the AOPA Foundation for its best practices and for exceeding nonprofit industry standards. Read more > |
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| Member benefit |
| How is the industry adapting to the market? |
| AOPA Aviation Finance Co. President Adam Meredith examines the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the aircraft market. Read more > |
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News and Notes
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| Attorney F. Lee Bailey dies at 87 |
| Attorney and pilot F. Lee Bailey helped R.A. "Bob" Hoover fight the FAA's revocation of his medical certificate, and developed the Bailey Bullet and Hoover Hornet. Read more > |
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| Member benefit |
| Enhanced benefits and new lower rates |
| Did you know AOPA lowered rates and enhanced benefits on our life insurance plans available to members? We've also made it quick and easy to enroll in the AOPA insurance plans with our enhanced enrollment site. |
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| Podcast |
| 'Hangar Talk': New York aerial photographer Paul Seibert |
| New York photographer Paul Seibert talks about aerial photography; plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news. Listen to the podcast > |
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Career Opportunities
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| Aviation job board |
| Job of the week: Material specialist, Republic Airways |
| Republic Airways is seeking a material specialist to maintain, ship, and handle aircraft parts and materials, and to ensure timely location and acquisition of parts and materials for maintenance. 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 and a marketing specialist. Learn about AOPA career opportunities > |
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Question of the Week
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Question
According to the FAA, drone pilots must not "interfere with emergency response or law enforcement activities." Can this be more specific? |
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Education & Seminars
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| 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. |
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| 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). |
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| Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos |
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| For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see AOPA Online. |
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