October 30 issue of Flight School Business

VOL. 8-ISSUE 22-10/30/2018

TRAINING TRENDS

Sun Flyers make their case

Bye Aerospace brought its version of an electrically powered future to the National Business Aviation Association convention recently. CEO George Bye said the Sun Flyer 2, a two-seat trainer, completed its FAA type certification application in May, and full certification under FAR Part 23 will come soon. The company says the airplane will cost $14 per hour to operate. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Draft ATP certification standards released

The FAA has released new draft airline transport pilot airman certification standards for review and will accept public comments on the document until Dec. 21. The draft ACS includes knowledge requirements not previously included in test standards but required by regulations. READ MORE ›

FAA maps ‘off-ramp’ from special issuance medicals

Do you have clients with special issuance medical certificates who would like to transition to alternative medical qualifications? The FAA has detailed in a legal opinion how pilots can make that transition, but AOPA believes the guidance needs additional clarification. READ MORE ›

Trainers lead upbeat Piper sales

Piper Aircraft reported some of its best aircraft sales figures since 2008 in the 2018 third quarter, noting expansion in its trainer and M-Class product lines and forecasting continued strong trainer sales driving positive fourth-quarter results. READ MORE ›

Rebate does not mean ADS-B deadline changing

The fact that the FAA brought back its $500 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out rebate does not mean that the Jan. 2, 2020, deadline for ADS-B Out equipage might slip. Pilots need to equip if they will be flying in rule airspace, said Rune Duke, AOPA senior director of government affairs for airspace, air traffic, and aviation security. READ MORE ›

POLL

Who answers the phone?

How do you handle phone inquiries at your flight school? Tell us in this week’s poll.

Results

In the Oct. 16, 2018, issue, we wanted to know whether your flight school presents regular FAA WINGS safety programs. Here are the results.

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MARKETING

Putting customers first

We often tell you to make customers a priority, but we don’t usually tell you how to do that. Luckily, you already have the tools at your disposal: policies, checklists, and syllabi. READ MORE ›

QUICK TIP

Just as you celebrate solos, checkrides, and other flying milestones, don’t forget to celebrate the milestones of your business. “From renting your first office to processing your first payroll run, the experience of starting and running a ... business is filled with important milestones,” says Rise, a company that markets human resources software platforms. “Take the time to appreciate each new experience together.”

SAFETY

Help pilots learn aeronautical decision making

Poor decision making is the root cause of many aircraft accidents. Good decision making is about avoiding the circumstances that lead to tough choices. The goal for your clients should be to learn to make good choices every time they fly. Help them develop those skills with online courses, videos, and quizzes on topics such as personal minimums, weather flying, stress, and much more. See resources from the AOPA Air Safety Institute.

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