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WASP legacy; Training accident Early Analysis

AOPA ePilot
VOL 24, ISSUE 41 October 14, 2022
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Top Stories
Men's war, women's duty
Multimedia
Men's war, women's duty
An airport in Sweetwater, Texas, hosted a celebration of the achievements of women who flew to serve their country during World War II. Read more, view photos, and watch a video >
Fly with AOPA
Sweeps upgrade; Training accident Early Analysis
A father and son bond flying your AOPA Sweepstakes Cessna 170B across the country, and we can now confirm new updates for that very airplane. Also, lessons from a Cessna 172 training accident. Watch the October 14 edition >
AOPA Events
Article
Tampa ready to host AOPA
The aviation community in Tampa, Florida, looks forward to hosting fly-in guests at the AOPA Hangout November 4 and 5. A portion of the proceeds will benefit people south of Tampa who face a difficult recovery from Hurricane Ian. Read more >
Technique and Safety
Air Safety Institute Early Analysis
Newport News training accident
Media accounts of the October 6 accident that killed a flight instructor and seriously injured a student and passenger leave much unclear, but we do know how a CFI might gain the upper hand in a fight for control. Watch the video >
Webinar
Flight Deck Tech: Strategies for optimizing modern avionics
Join us October 20 at 7 p.m. Eastern time as AOPA Air Safety Institute Manager of Aviation Safety Programs John Collins examines how unfamiliarity with instruments and controls may have contributed to three accidents. Register here >
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Are you ready for this?
See how prepared you are to step up to complex aircraft by answering a few simple questions (or are they?) in this AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz.
Sponsored by Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Maintenance: The case for prop overhauls
The cost of replacing a propeller can be significant, and there's a strong case for overhauling the propeller you have to maximize the service life. Read more >
You can fly
Shine a bright light on the best
Responses to our newly streamlined Flight Training Experience Survey have put many pilots in the running for prizes. The rest of you have until October 31 to report your experience. Take the survey today >
Advocacy
Advocacy
EPA moves forward with proposed lead finding
The Environmental Protection Agency released an unsurprising preliminary finding about lead in aviation fuel on October 7, though EPA involvement will have no immediate impact on aviation fuel availability. Read more >
Health
Pilot protection services
Watch out for question 18v
Read questions carefully on the FAA medical certificate questionnaire. Item 18v is comprehensive and requests information about any arrest, conviction, and/or administrative action involving any charge or allegation of driving while impaired by or under the influence of alcohol or any drug. Answer "no" improperly and the consequences are steep. Read more >
Technology
Article
NASA, Xwing to develop autonomous flight standards
NASA awarded aviation automation pioneer Xwing a three-year contract to identify and evaluate safety risks and create infrastructure standards for the future of autonomous aviation. Read more >
Gear
Article
A good day to grab gear
If you're looking to upgrade your headset, stock up on aircraft supplies, or start training for a new certificate or rating, Sporty's Pilot Shop has a perk for AOPA members coming up soon. Read more >
Travel
Multimedia
Father-son bonding clear across the country
AOPA Social Media Marketer Erick Webb took his dad along on a transcontinental adventure in the AOPA Sweepstakes Cessna 170B, flying from Spokane, Washington, to AOPA headquarters in Maryland. Read more, view photos, and watch a video >
AOPA Pilot Video Producer's Pick
Pumpkin run
A farm about 65 miles southwest of Seattle welcomes pumpkin-seeking pilots with a grass strip and plenty of peace, quiet, and produce. Read more and watch a video >
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Financial
AOPA Aviation Finance
Why are there differences in credit scores?
Aircraft lenders view applicant credit history in one of three ways: really good, good, or bad. Read more >
AOPA Foundation Focus
Putting your family and GA first
If you are among the majority of people who have no estate plan in place, now is the perfect time to protect the people—and community—you love. Read more >
News and Notes
Article
Technician opportunities for Texans
North Texas Job Corps Center and US Aviation Academy are partnering to offer tuition-free training for young Texas residents interested in aviation maintenance. Read more >
Podcast
'Hangar Talk': Beverly Hills Aerials
Find out what it takes for drone operators to produce stunning aerial material; plus, stick around for the latest general aviation news. Listen on a podcast app or at AOPA Online, or watch it on YouTube.
Podcast
'Ask the A&Ps': 'We're card-carrying members of overthinkers anonymous'
Making new parts, protecting parts, replacing parts, and identifying bad parts is the theme of this month's episode. Plus, a spirited discussion on fuel selectors. Listen to the latest episode of the podcast on AOPA Online and submit your questions.
Pilot protection services
The 'eyes' have it
There are some very real and potentially risky visual illusions that can compromise flight safety. Knowing how our eyes accomplish the miracle of sight can help to avoid these incidents. Read more >
Career Opportunities
Aviation job board
Job of the week: Lead captain, Aerius Management
Aerius Management has an immediate opening for a qualified Challenger 604 captain for placement with a corporate client operating under FAR Part 91 in the Pacific Northwest region. 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 Finance account executive, a high school initiative coordinator, a medical certification specialist, and a senior manager of communications. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >
Question of the Week
Question

Do I need a medical certificate to fly an ultralight?
Answer
No. You do not need a medical to fly an ultralight. However, you would have to stay within the very restrictive construction and operating restrictions of Part 103, and be aware that the FAA prohibits all pilots from flying after using certain medications. 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 seminars, webinars, podcasts, and videos.
AOPA Rusty Pilots seminars
Nov 5 Tampa, Florida; West Chicago, Illinois; Hayden, Idaho; Aurora, Oregon; and Henderson, Nevada
Nov 19 McKinney, Texas
Dec 3 Frederick, Maryland; Houston, Texas; and Glendale, Arizona
For a complete schedule, visit our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.)
Upcoming AOPA webinars
Oct 20, 12 p.m. EDT 'Don't Get Rusty' series: Ask an A&P (Getting wrenched)
Oct 20, 7 p.m. EDT Flight Deck Tech: Strategies for optimizing modern avionics
Oct 26, 7 p.m. EDT Back to your roots
Nov 15, 7 p.m. EST 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.
Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos
Aviation101's Josh Flowers
Building the aviation community—Vermont Aviators Association
New Aerospace Center for Excellence leader Eric Crump
For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see the AOPA Live® YouTube channel.
AOPA podcasts
'Ask the A&Ps': 'We're card-carrying members of overthinkers anonymous'
'Hangar Talk': Beverly Hills Aerials
'Pilot Briefing': Week of Oct 10, 2022
'There I was...': Devin Miller
'Never Again': Into a monster
To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.
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