Training and Safety Tip: The power of conversation


VOL 22, ISSUE 5	February 4, 2022

Training and Safety Tips

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The power of conversation

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Technique

You Can Fly

Find your fit

Don't hesitate to fly with two or three instructors before you choose one for your primary training—the right fit is important. Read more >

Flight Training News

Article

Father-daughter student pilots solo on same day

Angelina Tumbarello, 17, took to the wild blue yonder alone for the very first time. Her father was hot on her heels. Read more >

Article

Scholarships roundup, Avfuel announces winners

Make sure to consider scholarships to help finance your aviation training—including timely offerings from the AOPA Foundation. Read more >

AOPA Foundation Focus

AOPA Flight Training scholarship deadline approaches

Don't miss out on funds that could help you launch your flight training, pursue advanced ratings or certificates, or work toward your aviation maintenance technician certificate. The AOPA Foundation offers several scholarships with a February 11 application deadline. Learn more >

Article

Beyond the burger

It may seem hard to imagine that you would ever need an "excuse" to fly, but after the lessons are over, some of us need inspiration now and then. Read more >

Sponsored by California Aeronautical University

Aircraft systems demystified

Properly maintained engines, propellers, and pneumatic systems can deliver years of safe flight. Learn more in this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Spotlight.

AOPA Live This Week

Rhapsody in (Cub) yellow; Cirrus in Himalayan salt

Feast your eyes on the newest Cirrus, and AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden's poetic turn. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Career News

Article

Aviators network at job fair, future pilot forum

Pilots, recruiters, and industry experts participated in the Future and Active Pilot Advisors Pilot Job Fair and Future Pilot Forum on January 22. Read more >

Podcast

'Hangar Talk': Martha Lunken regains pilot certificate

Aviation writer and 14,000-hour pilot Martha Lunken describes how she re-earned her private pilot certificate after the FAA revoked it. Plus, get caught up on the latest aviation news. Listen to the podcast >

Aviation job board

Job of the week: Director of operations, Medway Air Ambulance

Medway Air Ambulance of Lawrenceville, Georgia, seeks a director of operations who is passionate about delivering quality care to patients and their families. The position is responsible for managing Part 135 flight operations, including maintaining safety and quality standards. 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 a Northwest Mountain regional manager, a Southern regional manager, a vice president of brand and member experience, a UX/UI designer, a mobile app developer, and a safety content producer. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >

Training Products and Resources

Video

Engine out? Fly the airplane

Watch this AOPA Air Safety Institute video to tackle engine failure in a single-engine airplane from onset of trouble to touchdown.

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

Pilot Protection Services

BasicMed questions, answers

The intricacies of BasicMed inspire many questions. We have answers. Read more >

Photo of the Week

Will fly for powder

AOPA Publications Content Producer Alicia Herron took to the skies in a rented a Sling TSi in search of powder and found it at Big Bear Mountain Resort. Read the story to see more and follow @flywithAOPA on Instagram to see more photos from AOPA members and staff.

Final Exam

Question

What are the requirements for flying under BasicMed?

Answer

BasicMed has two required components: a physical exam with a state-licensed physician every 48 months, and completion of an online self-assessment course every 24 months. You can bookmark this page in your web browser to easily access all the information you need for each renewal. 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.) 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. Have a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars

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

Upcoming AOPA webinars

Feb 17, 2 p.m. EST	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition
Feb 18, 8 p.m. EST	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition (Redding, California)
Mar 9, 7 p.m. EST	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition (Augusta, Kansas)
Mar 12, 9 a.m. EST	AOPA Rusty Pilots - Webinar edition (Ronkonkoma, New York)

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

Aviation writer Martha Lunken

Kim Kissh: What it's like to be a corporate pilot

Inspiration4 commander Jared Isaacman

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

AOPA podcasts

'Ask the A&Ps': 'You'll ruin a set of clothes for sure'

'Hangar Talk': Aviation writer Martha Lunken recertified as pilot

'Pilot Briefing': Week of Jan. 31, 2022

'There I was...': Russ Jeter

'Never Again': Autopilot mayhem

To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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