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News & Media NBAA future-focused; First look at California crash

NBAA future-focused; First look at California crash

AOPA ePilot
VOL 23, ISSUE 42 October 15, 2021
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Top Stories
Business aviation's opportunities, challenges highlighted
Article
Business aviation's opportunities, challenges highlighted
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson focused on advanced technology and sustainability at the National Business Aviation Association Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in Las Vegas. (Photo courtesy of NBAA.) Read more >
Video
First look at fatal California accident
A Cessna 340 crashed October 11 into a neighborhood in Santee, California, killing two people and seriously injuring two others. In Early Analysis: N7022G, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the tragic flight.
AOPA Live This Week
HondaJet stretched; Bearhawk customized
Honda Aircraft's reveal was the talk of the town at business aviation's main event in Las Vegas. Also, we visit with Bill Anton and his impressive backcountry Bearhawk. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >
NBAA
Article
A focus on inspiration
Advanced air mobility pioneers gathered for an October 13 keynote session at the National Business Aviation Association Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in Las Vegas. Read more >
Article
John, Martha King inducted into CFI Hall of Fame
King Schools Inc. founders John and Martha King, who have helped thousands of pilots pass their FAA knowledge exams, were inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame October 13. Read more >
Image gallery
Big business
The National Business Aviation Association's big annual show, the Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition, drew celebrities, airframers, regulators, and customers eyeing their next luxury ride to Las Vegas. View the gallery >
Article
Skytrac, Satcom Direct join forces
A deal between Skytrac and Satcom Direct brings better internet browsing, email, voice, and text services to smaller turbine aircraft. Read more >
Article
FlightAware Global adds new feature, subscription options
FlightAware has announced a new flight leg share feature available with its business aviation flight tracking suite, FlightAware Global. Read more >
In case you missed these...
Technique and Safety
Webinar
Learn to turn
Learn the fine points of aircraft control and exercises that will sharpen your flying skills during this AOPA Air Safety Institute webinar October 21 at 7 p.m. Eastern.
Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Maintenance: Understanding nuts
There's more to a nut than you might think. A&P IA Jeff Simon discusses what you need to know about the types of nuts on your aircraft. Read more >
Sponsored by SiriusXM Aviation
Changing seasons, changing weather
Learn how to recognize and avoid dangerous precipitation and find tips on exit strategies for inadvertent icing encounters in this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Spotlight.
Video
Propping accident
Discover how a hot magneto and pilot complacency converged at the wrong time. This AOPA Air Safety Institute Real Pilot Story is a reminder of why propellers should always be handled as though they will turn unexpectedly.
AOPA Premier Partner created content
Accident report: Botched go-around
How could a proficient pilot botch a go-around with tragic consequences? This PilotWorkshops video shows a normal situation escalating out of control. Watch the accident analysis for valuable insights.
Advocacy
Pilot Magazine
Making our voices heard
AOPA government affairs staff stationed in Washington, D.C., and elsewhere, continue a coordinated effort recognized as one of the most effective lobbying operations in the country to protect your freedom to fly. Read more >
Advocacy
Fiber gasket failures prompt Continental engine AD
A proposed airworthiness directive requires replacement of a fiber oil filter adapter gasket on numerous Continental engine models with a copper gasket following several accidents. Read more >
Gear
Article
Sporty's covers shipping for AOPA members on October 20
Longtime AOPA partner Sporty's Pilot Shop will be covering the shipping for AOPA members on October 20 in honor of AOPA Day. AOPA eMedia Assistant Editor Cayla McLeod shares her wish list. Read more >
Travel
Article
'Just go for it'
Zara Rutherford headed out over the North Atlantic flying a VFR European ultralight to begin a solo circumnavigation attempt. It was not her first time crossing the frigid ocean. Read more >
Pilot magazine
Classic GA airport just outside NYC
The approach to New Jersey's Aeroflex-Andover Airport, nestled in a valley with small lakes at each end of the runway, might feel more like coming in to land on an aircraft carrier. Read more >
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Financial
AOPA Foundation Focus
Protect your family and your passion
During National Estate Planning Awareness Week, the AOPA Foundation's Legacy Society invites donors to include a gift to general aviation in their current and future giving plans. Read more and watch a video >
Member benefit
Why do lenders request logbooks?
Logbooks tell the airplane's story, including ownership, maintenance, and repair details, and can significantly raise or lower its value. Read more >
News and Notes
Article
High Sierra or bust
Jack Reynolds and Jacob Gates flew more than 2,000 miles to deliver an Aviat Husky to Nevada for the High Sierra Fly-In. Read more >
Article
Seaplane pioneer mourned
A pilot and business leader who helped put general aviation on floats and wrote a definitive guide to seaplane flying, Julian Jordan Frey Jr. died October 6 at age 89. Read more >
Article
Honor an air traffic controller
Air traffic controllers work hard every day to help keep pilots and passengers safe. October 20 is the International Day of the Air Traffic Controller, our chance to say, "Thank you." Read more >
Pilot Protection Services
Know your rights
AOPA Legal Services Plan attorney Ian Arendt explains protections provided by the Pilot's Bill of Rights in the event of an FAA investigation. Read more >
Podcast
'Hangar Talk': 'Latinas in Aviation' author, pilot Jacqueline Ruiz
Latinas in Aviation author and pilot Jacqueline Ruiz debriefs the inaugural Latinas in Aviation Global Festival in College Park, Maryland. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news. Listen to the podcast >
Survey
Podcast listeners: Tell us how we're doing
Do you listen to one of AOPA's many podcasts? There I Was..., Hangar Talk, Pilot Briefing, Never Again, and Ask the A&Ps are a great way to get your regular dose of aviation. We're always looking to improve. Take this five-minute survey to tell us what you like about the podcasts and what you'd like to hear more of.
Career Opportunities
Aviation Job Board
Job of the week: Fixed-wing air ambulance pilot
Metro Aviation is seeking a fixed-wing air ambulance pilot who can be pilot in command on a Pilatus PC–12 for the AirLink Critical Care Transport program in Klamath Falls, Oregon. 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 an aviation events specialist, an aviation events manager, a marketing specialist, an IT project manager, a content producer, and a research analyst. To learn more about these and other AOPA career opportunities, visit AOPA Online >
Question of the Week
Question

My aviation medical examiner sent my packet for special issuance of a medical certificate to the FAA on the first of this month. How long should I expect to wait for the FAA to come to a decision?
Answer
On average it is taking about one to two months to review first and second class medicals and three to four months for third class medicals. It could be longer depending on the condition being reviewed. Join the discussion >

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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
Oct 20, 7 p.m. EDT AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Oct 21, 7 p.m. EDT AOPA Air Safety Institute presents: Implementing 'Learn to Turn'
Oct 27, 12 p.m. EDT AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Nov 4, 7 p.m. EDT AOPA Air Safety Institute presents: Wrong Surface Operations
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
Pilot/adventurer Victor Vescovo
XPrize Foundation cofounder Gregg Maryniak
Hartzell President JJ Frigge talks about new products
For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see AOPA Online.
AOPA podcasts
'Ask the A&Ps': 'Compression readings are garbage'
'Hangar Talk': 'Latinas in Aviation' author and pilot Jacqueline Ruiz
'Pilot Briefing': Week of Oct. 11, 2021
'There I was...': Jon Humberd
'Never Again': Personal minimums
To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.
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