September 01 issue of Flight School Business

Flight School Business

VOL. 10-ISSUE 18-September 1, 2020

TRAINING TRENDS

Flight School Spotlight: Nationwide Aviation

Flight training's long-held traditions take many things for granted. Included in that long list is the standard two-hour lesson block, a sprint of preflight, briefing, flight, and debrief. The owner of Nationwide Aviation in Weatherford, Texas, thinks he's found a better way. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Department of Homeland Security continues to deem CFIs 'essential workers'

The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's coronavirus guide listing essential workers was updated August 18, and, once again, flight instructors are on the list. While the list is considered advisory and not regulatory, many states referred to the guidance when creating their local orders. READ MORE ›

DeLand Sport Aviation Expo postponed

The DeLand Sport Aviation Showcase, scheduled for November 12 to 14 in Florida, has been postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Show organizers are targeting late January 2021 for the next event. READ MORE ›

AOPA plans new look for 2021 events

The look for 2021 may be a bit different, but not the spirit, excitement, or engagement. AOPA will take a second year off from producing our classic regional fly-ins, but will replace them with two new exciting event models: an aviator showcase for pilots and aircraft owners, and a series of air tours. READ MORE ›

Improper disinfectant appears to damage two Cessna Skyhawks

An aircraft renter with a distillery-produced sanitizer meant well, but improper disinfecting techniques damaged the instrument panels of two Cessna 172s at Florida's Atlas Aviation and required costly repairs. READ MORE ›

From East Coast med student to Alaska pilot in four weeks

Georgetown University medical student Sarah Powell had her eyes on becoming a pilot ever since she was a youth but didn't have the time to pursue her dream until the coronavirus pandemic shut down classes in June. A forced break from making in-person medical rounds allowed Powell to relocate to Anchorage, Alaska, for a month and achieve her dream. READ MORE ›

Do you need special edition refills?

Does your flight school need refills of the “You Can Fly: Your Path to Become a Pilot” special edition from Flight Training? Refill copies and complimentary countertop displays remain available at no charge to your school; contact AOPA at [email protected].

POLL

Back to pre-COVID levels

Anecdotal evidence suggests flying at many general aviation airports has returned to pre-COVID-19 levels, but anecdotes do not equal data. How is business at your flight school? Tell us in this week's poll.

Results

In the August 18, 2020, poll we asked what type of flight training—fixed wing, rotary, or both—your flight school offers. Here are the results.

MARKETING

A newsletter for marketing and management

As businesses cope with the continuing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts agree that communication with customers is more important than ever. If you have not yet created an email newsletter, now’s the time. Ed Helmick walks you through the basics. READ MORE >

QUICK TIP

How often do you revisit your flight school’s budget? Small business experts recommend that you revise your monthly and annual budgets regularly to get a clearer, updated picture of your business finances. This will help you better control financial decisions, because you'll know exactly what you can afford to spend, versus how much you are projecting to earn. See more budgeting tips in Business News Daily.

SAFETY

Reality check: What are the costliest insurance claims?

If you have a retractable-gear airplane on your flight line, share this 5-minute video from the AOPA Air Safety Institute with your customers. ASI Executive Director Richard McSpadden shares tips gleaned from years of military flying to remind pilots to put the gear down and ensure it is down and locked before landing. View the video here.

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