March 17 issue of Flight School Business

Flight School Business

VOL. 10-ISSUE 6-March 17, 2020

TRAINING TRENDS

Maintenance tips to reduce costs, increase safety and efficiency

Whether your flight school performs its own in-house maintenance or farms out the work to a contractor, there are things you can do to modify your maintenance practices to maximize the amount of flight training you can provide. Jason Blair shares several tips in part one of a two-part series. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Coronavirus affects aviation events

The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many organizations to postpone or cancel upcoming events. Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, has been delayed until May 5 through 10. The Aircraft Electronics Association delayed its annual convention, set to start March 24, but did not release a new date. The AOPA Air Safety Institute has canceled its live safety seminars and in-person flight instructor refresher clinics until further notice. READ MORE ›

FAA, training industry take precautions amid coronavirus concerns

Airlines were among the first to face the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic, but the effects soon extended to universities and other programs that train pilots. A growing list of colleges and universities canceled classes or moved them online, aviation training included. READ MORE ›

Senior AME offers tips to protect yourself from coronavirus

General aviation is not immune to the effects of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. Dr. Brent Blue said if pilots transport a person who is sick or becomes sick shortly after a flight, they should wipe down the aircraft's interior services, including headsets and mics. READ MORE ›

Swift Fuels cuts price of unleaded avgas STC

Swift Fuels is cutting the price of its unleaded avgas supplemental type certificate for piston aircraft as it works to replace 100-octaine leaded aviation fuel with an unleaded alternative. The new price for the UL94 Avgas STC is $100 per piston aircraft. READ MORE ›

FAA issues updated guidance on expense sharing

The FAA has issued an advisory circular that seeks to clarify the rule that allows pilots to share operating expenses with passengers as apps and online marketplaces have blurred the line between shared flights and for-hire transportation. READ MORE ›

Tom Cruise helps actor learn to fly

Top Gun: Maverick actor Tom Cruise played a significant role in helping a co-star become a student pilot. Actor Glen Powell recently took his first solo flight, according to the Daily Mail. A video shows Powell dancing with the back of his shirt cut, with Cruise celebrating too. Powell said Cruise bought him flight lessons as a Christmas gift. Top Gun: Maverick opens in theaters June 24.

POLL

Coronavirus shutdowns

Sun 'n Fun and AERO Friedrichshafen aviation shows have been postponed and numerous colleges and universities have canceled classes. Has your flight school been affected by closures because of the coronavirus pandemic? Tell us in this week's poll.

Results

In the March 3, 2020, survey we asked whether you are concerned about the coronavirus. Here are the results.

MARKETING

Flight schools meet Career Day

Career days at high schools and colleges are a great opportunity to promote your flight school inexpensively and bring potential customers to your door. READ MORE >

QUICK TIP

Unsure how the coronavirus pandemic might affect your business? The U.S. Small Business Administration has compiled guidance for businesses and employers to plan and respond to COVID-19. Additionally, the SBA will work directly with state governors to provide targeted, low-interest loans to small businesses that have been severely affected by COVID-19. For more information, see the website.

SAFETY

ASI issues safety advisor on surviving a forced landing

A new safety advisor from the AOPA Air Safety Institute helps pilots better understand what they can do above and beyond the federal aviation regulations to survive an off-airport landing. The safety advisor reviews preparation for credible contingencies, gearing up for survival, the importance of the “golden hour,” keys to successful communication, the basics of survival, and tips for awaiting rescue. Download it here.

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