Training Tip: Facts for first-time fuelers


VOL 21, ISSUE 37	September 10, 2021

Training Tips

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Facts for first-time fuelers

What could be more disappointing in flight than inadvertently running a fuel tank dry? Perhaps discovering next, with mountains below, that the other tank is empty too. Read more >

Technique

Road trip

The other Portland

The harbor visual approach to Runway 29 at Maine's Portland International Jetport is among the most memorable anywhere. Read more >

Flight Training News

Article

Rekindle the spark

Whether you fly a Piper Cub or an Airbus, flying should always have an element of fun and enjoyment. Read more >

Webinar

Drone safety

AOPA Web Editor Jim Moore, who has private pilot and remote pilot certificates, and North Carolina firefighter, pilot, and writer Steve Rhode will explain how they balance priorities to maintain safety amid conflicting instructions when it comes to drone flying and battery rules during an AOPA Air Safety Institute webinar on September 14 at 3 p.m. Eastern time. Register now >

Flight lesson

A cautionary tale

Wind shear nearly caused a landing mishap for one pilot who shares his story in hopes others will learn from his experience. Read more >

Pilot Protection Services

NORDO flights

Aircraft that cannot or do not communicate by radio are referred to as "NORDO." Read more >

AOPA Live This Week

All grounded; Unearthing artifacts; Turbo Seminole restored

AOPA leaders reflect on how they worked after the 9/11 terrorist attacks to restore our freedom to fly. Also, we probe for history with metal detectors, and we show you how a wrecked Turbo Seminole returned to the sky. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Article

Respect: Military aviation

Superb training, friendships, and teamwork are all part of careers in military aviation. Read more >

Blog

Can you have too much CRM?

Airline pilot and Flight Training blogger Chip Wright explains the importance of crew resource management and threat and error management even when the captain and first officer are good friends. Read more >

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Chief flight instructor, Snohomish Flying Service

Snohomish Flying Service is seeking a fixed-wing chief flight instructor for an active Part 141 flight school in the Puget Sound region of Washington state. 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 eMedia content producer, a government affairs manager, an eMedia assistant editor, a major gifts officer, and a loan processor. To learn more about these and other AOPA career opportunities, visit AOPA Online >

Training Products and Resources

Webinar

What Went Wrong: Beaver vs Otter

On May 13, 2019, two air tour aircraft collided over the George Inlet northeast of Ketchikan, Alaska. Join the AOPA Air Safety Institute for a webinar on September 16 at 7 p.m. Eastern time to learn what went wrong. Register now >

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Member Benefits

AOPA Foundation focus

AOPA Foundation Legacy Challenge kicks off with generous gift

The AOPA Foundation Legacy Challenge, fueled by a $1 million pledge from an anonymous donor, allows participants to have a greater impact on the programs that the foundation funds: You Can Fly and the AOPA Air Safety Institute. Read more >

Fly into Stellar Aviation to see the Reno Air Races

Stellar Aviation at Reno/Tahoe International Airport in Nevada is welcoming pilots to the Stihl National Championship Air Races September 15 through 19. The FBO will help pilots with complimentary shuttles to their hotels, hotel and car rental reservations, parking discounts, and a discount on avgas and Jet A. Use discount code AOPA10.

Instrument Tip

Article

Just popping in

Weather can change quickly, and sometimes you will need to get a pop-up IFR clearance en route to continue what started out as a VFR flight. Read more >

Photo of the Week

Remembering 9/11

AOPA Media Content Producer David Tulis captured this photograph of the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, which is a stark reminder of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that included two airliners striking the Twin Towers, one striking the Pentagon, and another crashing in a Pennsylvania field as passengers on board fought the hijackers. The events 20 years ago significantly changed many aspects of life in the United States, including aviation. Take a look at more memorials throughout the United States that honor those who lost their lives because of the attacks. Follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see photos from AOPA members and staff.

Final Exam

Question

Can two student pilots fly together on a flight?

Answer

No. FAR 61.89 prohibits a student pilot from carrying a passenger. Except when with an instructor, a student pilot only has solo privileges. If a student pilot flies with another pilot who holds any higher rating, the student pilot is considered that pilot's passenger. Read the full answer and 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. (Log in to the online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password.) 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 14, 3 p.m. EDT	The no-win drone battery conundrum
Sep 16, 3 p.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Sep 16, 7 p.m. EDT	AOPA Air Safety Institute Presents: What Went Wrong? Beaver vs. Otter
Sep 29, 12 p.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

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': 'Why can't we do something simple like clone an engine?'

'Hangar Talk': NFlightCam founder Patrick Carter

'Pilot Briefing': Week of Sep. 6, 2021

'There I was...': Brian Lloyd

'Never Again': Speeding toward the trees

To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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