AOPA Sweepstakes Tiger shines; Red Bull, hot water


VOL 24, ISSUE 17	April 29, 2022

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Top Stories

Multimedia

Tale of your Tiger's transformation

The sharp new look of your AOPA Sweepstakes Tiger speaks for itself, and its transformation commands attention. Read more, watch a video, and view a slideshow >

Article

FAA investigating Red Bull 'Plane Swap' attempt

Two skydivers left their Cessna Skylanes empty midair and attempted to board the other airplane in flight during a livestream event that failed to amuse the FAA. Read more >

AOPA Live® Producer's Pick

Unusual attitudes under the hood

Trust your instruments is an old IFR truism, but can you trust them enough for unusual attitudes and aerobatics under the hood? We put this to the test in AOPA's Extra 300L with new Garmin avionics. Watch the video >

AOPA Aviator Showcase

Pilot Magazine

Join us in Fort Worth

Registration is open for our AOPA Aviator Showcase in Fort Worth, Texas, June 16 and 17. Space is limited at this consumer-focused gathering of pilots and the companies and vendors who equip us. Read more and register today >

Aero 2022 news

Slideshow

Aero Friedrichshafen returns with focus on eco-tech

Aero Friedrichshafen has returned from a two-year hiatus forced by the coronavirus pandemic with nearly as many exhibitors on hand at European general aviation's largest event as the 2019 edition. Read more >

Article

Diamond reports electric progress

Diamond Aircraft reported strong delivery pace and battery developments that will extend endurance and slash charging time. Read more >

AOPA Live® from Aero Friedrichshafen

What we learned about where aviation is headed

While our weekly show remains in the shop, our crew at Aero Friedrichshafen reports and analyzes the news from Europe's main general aviation event. Watch AOPA Live® from Aero Friedrichshafen > (This show was expected to post online April 29.)

Article

Rebooting a classic

The Junkers A50 Junior is back, bringing Golden Age style and "wow" factor back into production. Read more >

Video

Pilot Lounge: Bernd Junkers

The grandson of the company founder explains how Hugo Junkers was the first to use metal aircraft skins, and how the Nazis took away his company. Watch the video >

Technique and Safety

Pilot Magazine/Podcast

Preparation facilitates proper parachuting by father, son

If the need to use a parachute arises, it is best to be prepared. This pilot's account of departing an incomplete flight with his son is presented in print and podcast forms.

Insight makes datalink weather more useful

You will finish this tablet-friendly course from the AOPA Air Safety Institute with a deeper understanding of both the power and the pitfalls of weather radar displays, and how to use them. Take the course >

Video

The passenger safety briefing

Accidents happen—and when they do, a little information can make a big difference. The Air Safety Institute's new video covers overlooked items that should be part of every preflight passenger briefing. Watch the video >

VIDEO

Accident Case Study: Just a short flight

A task-saturated captain and an inexperienced first officer crash their Learjet on a circling to land instrument approach at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey. Watch the AOPA Air Safety Institute video >

Health

Member Benefits

HIMS update

Joseph LoRusso, pilot and director of aviation law at Ramos Law, raises concerns about HIMS—an occupational substance abuse treatment program, specific to pilots, that coordinates the identification, treatment, and return to work process for affected aviators. Read more >

Gear

Article

A watch for pilots by pilots

In 2006, pilot Abingdon Mullin saw the need for a female focused, full-featured aviator's watch. She dedicated the next 11 months to building her first watch and starting a business. Read more >

Travel

Article

Alaska celebrates spring with STOL

The original Alaska short takeoff and landing competition remains the pinnacle, and the Valdez Fly-In is fast approaching—among other popular traditions. Read more >

Want more general aviation travel stories? Sign up for our AOPA Travel Pilot biweekly newsletter.

Financial

Member Benefit

Bankruptcy discharged—can I finance?

Recovery is tough, but possible. Learn how you can still finance an aircraft after bankruptcy. Read more >

News and Notes

Article

Minnesota airport renamed for pioneering pilot

Oft-overlooked aviation pioneer Florence Klingensmith's hometown airport has been renamed in her honor. Read more >

Article

Remember the 'Candy Bomber'

The foundation that carries on the legacy of Gail S. Halvorsen, better known to many as "The Berlin Candy Bomber," plans to honor him with two candy drop events in Utah. Read more >

Article

Audio produced by pilots, for pilots

With hosting deals in the millions, nearly half of Americans tuning in, and a virtually unlimited number of options, podcasts are clearly having a moment. And that goes for aviation podcasts too. Read more and find your favorite podcast >

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': David Moser of Cirrus

David Moser, a fleet sales specialist for Cirrus Aircraft, talks about pilot training, the aviation market, supply chain challenges, how to grow the pilot community, and much more. Listen to the podcast >

Airworthiness advisories

Piper PA-34 nosegear bolts life-limited by final AD

Career Opportunities

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Aircraft Engine Mechanic, StandardAero

StandardAero is in search of an aircraft engine mechanic to work in their Grapevine, Texas, facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and assembly of turboprop and fan jet engines (PT6A & JT15D). 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 editorial assistant, a Legal Services Plan attorney, a graphic designer, a data entry/travel products representative, a staff accountant, a financial analyst, a development operations manager, an aviation technical writer, and a mobile app developer. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >

Question of the Week

Question

I am just about ready to buy an airplane that has a 406 MHz emergency locator transmitter installed. I know these work better overall, but is there any additional paperwork I need to know about?

Answer

Unlike 121.5 MHz ELTs, all 406 MHz ELTs are registered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. If you don't already have an ELT registered with NOAA, it is easy to create an online account, and it will be easy to renew your ELT registration every two years as required. Having your aircraft information up to date will help search and rescue crews find you more quickly if you ever need their help. 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 to see this discussion.) Have a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars

Stay sharp with AOPA's webinars, podcasts, and videos.

Upcoming AOPA webinars

May 3, 7 p.m. EDT	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
May 7, 9 a.m. EDT	Common Cessna Maintenance Issues

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

Bernd Junkers

First paraplegic Cirrus Vision Jet pilot Clayton Smeltz

Aviation writer Martha Lunken

For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see the AOPA Live® YouTube channel.

AOPA podcasts

'Ask the A&Ps': 'Your airplane may look like the molting hide of an animal'

'Hangar Talk': David Moser of Cirrus on pilot training

'Pilot Briefing': Week of April 25, 2022

'There I was...': Andrew Edgerton

'Never Again': Jump, son, jump

To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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