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News & Media Ramping up for Reno; AOPA scholarships now open

Ramping up for Reno; AOPA scholarships now open

AOPA ePilot
VOL 24, ISSUE 36 September 9, 2022
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Top Stories
Catch him if you can
Pilot magazine
Catch him if you can
Meet Peter Zaccagnino and get an inside perspective on his preparation to compete (again) in the Stihl National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada, possibly the second most-circled date on the aviation calendar. Read more, view photos, and watch a video >
You Can Fly
Apply for AOPA scholarships
The 2023 AOPA Foundation scholarship program opened September 5, with scholarships available for flight training, aircraft maintenance, and other aviation-related pursuits. Read more >
AOPA Pilot Video News Brief
Stolen King Air; Lightspeed Delta Zulu; Southern Seaplane
A stolen King Air in Mississippi highlights the importance of watchful eyes at airports. Also, a Louisiana company works seaplanes every way they can, eVTOL training, and Lightspeed's latest. Watch the September 9 edition >
AOPA Events
AOPA Fly-In
November events we think you'll love
Join us in Tampa, Florida, on November 4 and 5 for our second Hangout, with aerial demonstrations, live music, and casual camaraderie around campfires. Then we get down to business at our Aviator Showcase November 17 and 18 in Texas.
Technique and Safety
AOPA Pilot Video Producer's Pick
Flying the DHC–3 Turbine Otter
The turboprop de Havilland DHC–3 Otter is "the closest thing to a helicopter" with fixed wings, according to a pro we flew with to learn the fine points. Watch the video >
Real Pilot Story
Engine failure in IMC
It was a perfect day for instrument approaches—but the engine wasn't up to the task. Would the pilot be able to find a field? Would the airplane shake itself to pieces before he did? Watch this AOPA Air Safety Institute video >
Webinar
NTSB Insider: Preventing weather-related accidents
In the final installment of this three-part webinar series, AOPA Air Safety Institute and NTSB staff will discuss the accident investigation process and the critical importance of understanding weather conditions along the route of flight on September 15 at 7 p.m. Eastern time.
Online resource
Collision avoidance
Structures, mountains, and other aircraft are just some of the things we don't want to see close-up in flight. Learn more in this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Center.
Advocacy
Advocacy
Unleaded approval: 'A big darn deal'
AOPA President Mark Baker's enthusiasm for unleaded fuel inspired his extended conversation with AvWeb's Paul Bertorelli about the first fleetwide approval of a 100-octane unleaded. Watch the video >
Advocacy
FAA launches IFR pilot self-briefing course
The FAA has launched its IFR pilot self-briefing course to help pilots become familiar with performing weather briefings without help from flight service. Read more >
Health
Pilot protection services
A time-sensitive warning
If you have failed to disclose your Department of Veterans Affairs disability benefits on your medical certificate application, it is possible to prevent an FAA action against you for falsification, but timing is everything. Read more >
Technology
Article
FAA certifies new Avidyne IFD series operating system
Avidyne announced FAA approvals for its newest flight management operating system. Read more >
Gear
Article
Lightspeed Delta Zulu headset detects, adapts
Lightspeed's newest aviation headset can detect carbon monoxide and adapt to each individual's hearing ability. Read more >
Travel
Article
'One-of-a-kind' STOL event approaching
ArkanSTOL's third Ozark Backwoods Challenge will begin September 28 at Byrd's Adventure Center in Ozark, Arkansas. Read more >
AOPA Pilot Video Producer's Pick
Flying the Los Angeles Corridor
Fly with AOPA's Alicia Herron in a Cessna 172 from Torrance, California, over Los Angeles International Airport, along the California coast up to Santa Barbara for a seafood lunch. Watch the video >
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News and Notes
Article
Remembering longtime GA advocate Steve Hedges
AOPA was saddened to learn of the death of Steve Hedges on September 6. Hedges worked at AOPA for 18 years, as director of media relations and as our Southern regional manager. Read more >
Pilot Magazine
Proficient Pilot: Abandonment issues
Pilot and longtime columnist Barry Schiff offers reasons to embrace the option to go around when needed. Read more >
Pilot Magazine
Flying Smart: Listening to your aircraft
Wind shear and gusty conditions require a light touch for best results. Read more >
Career Opportunities
Aviation job board
Job of the week: QC inspector, ST Engineering Aerospace
ST Engineering Aerospace is hiring an aircraft inspector to be responsible to the lead inspector for inspecting aircraft undergoing maintenance and alteration. 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 customer services representative, a medical certification specialist, and a senior manager of communications. Learn about AOPA career opportunities >
Question of the Week
Question

I am a military veteran receiving medical disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Do I need to report this compensation on my FAA medical certificate application?
Answer
Yes. The compensation and the medical conditions for which the compensation is awarded are reportable on the FAA MedXPress application, item 18; failure to report would be considered intentional falsification of the application, and result in a denial or revocation of medical certificates if the FAA becomes aware of the discrepancy. If you have questions about that or any medical certification issue, contact the medical certification staff in the AOPA Pilot Information Center. 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
Sep 24 Battle Creek, Michigan; and Glencoe, Minnesota
Oct 8 Naples, Florida; and La Crosse, Wisconsin
Nov 5 Tampa, Florida; Hayden, Idaho; Aurora, Oregon; and Henderson, Nevada
Dec 3 Frederick, Maryland; 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
Sep 15, 12 p.m. EDT 'Don't Get Rusty' series: AIM-ing to decode the Al-FAA-bet soup
Sep 15, 7 p.m. EDT AOPA Air Safety Institute NTSB Insider: Preventing weather-related accidents
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
Building the aviation community—Vermont Aviators Association
New Aerospace Center for Excellence leader Eric Crump
'The Aviators'/'The RVers'/'The Boaters' TV shows' Anthony Nalli
For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see the AOPA Live® YouTube channel.
AOPA podcasts
'Ask the A&Ps': 'I'm a choir boy in the church of lean of peak'
'Hangar Talk': STOL competitor Hal Stockman
'Pilot Briefing': Week of Sep 5, 2022
'There I was...': Cody Goodan
'Never Again': That nagging feeling
To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.
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