August 01 issue of Flight School Business

Flight School Business

VOL. 13-ISSUE 16-August 1, 2023

TRAINING TRENDS

Fitting together the pieces of MOSAIC

The multiyear Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) reforms announced July 19 are on the verge of delivering sweeping and far-reaching changes that promise huge benefits to a broad spectrum of general aviation pilots, aircraft owners, instructors, technicians, and manufacturers. AOPA Pilot Editor at Large Dave Hirschman takes a closer look at the proposed regulations. READ MORE ›

NEWS

Light sport envelope expansion proposed

The FAA released a long-awaited rulemaking proposal to do away with light sport aircraft weight limits and other restrictions on pilots who fly them, though sport pilots will still be limited to only one passenger at a time. The agency eliminated weight restrictions and applied limitations to performance-based criteria, such as stall speed and maximum speed. READ MORE ›

Cirrus Aircraft to offer private pilot training

Cirrus Aircraft announced July 25 a comprehensive private pilot training program using SR-series aircraft. The program uses Cirrus-designed ground school training and matches students with a Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot through a Cirrus Training Center. The Cirrus Private Pilot Program includes 11 modules and 40 lessons that include pre-study material, ground instruction lessons, flight instruction videos, performance assessments, and quizzes. READ MORE ›

French connection: New trainer coming to U.S. market

Elixir Aircraft, based in La Rochelle, France, is awaiting FAA Part 23 certification for its low-wing two-seat aircraft, but a Florida flight school has already put in an order for 10 of the airplanes. The airplanes are powered by Rotax 912iS or 915iS turbocharged engines. READ MORE ›

Interior glow-up for Cessna single-engine lineup

Textron Aviation announced big interior changes and new paint options coming to the company's Cessna Skyhawk, Skylane, Turbo Skylane, and Turbo Stationair HD models in 2024. Customers can expect improved seats with additional padding and support; a new center armrest for some models; power headset jacks; an updated instrument panel; and several brand-new modern paint schemes. READ MORE ›

AOPA, FAA launch pilot education video collaboration

AOPA and the FAA are teaming up to help pilots steer clear of regulatory trouble with their certificate. The three-part video series Protecting Your Pilot Certificate will cover information that pilots should know and understand when it comes to flying passengers and property safely and legally. READ MORE ›

POLL

CFI uniforms

Does your flight school require flight instructors to wear uniforms? Tell us in this week's poll.

Results

In the July 18, 2023, issue, we wanted to know how your flight school recruits flight instructors. Here are the results.

MARKETING

Take a page from Piper's program

Flight schools have to use marketing dollars wisely, and few have the budgets to wage splashy social media campaigns. At the same time, many social media campaigns can be adapted and sized to work for a smaller operation. Take a look at Piper Aircraft's Brand Ambassador program. READ MORE >

QUICK TIP

Pilots are passionate about aviation. Your passion will consistently drive you to improve your process so your flight school grows. But Forbes contributor Mike Kappel cautions, "Don't let passion take over all your decisions." Conduct market research; talk to target customers to find out your business's potential; ask experts questions about launching a new business. "Think of it like driving a car. Let your passion hit the gas pedal and your mind control the steering wheel," Kappel advises.

SAFETY

Early Analysis: Cessna 310 crash on departure, Santa Fe, New Mexico

A Cessna T310R crashed July 18 while departing Santa Fe Regional Airport in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The pilot died in the accident. No one on the ground was hurt. The turbocharged twin took off from Runway 20 bound for Santa Monica Airport in California. Just a few minutes after departure, the pilot contacted the tower reporting that an engine had failed. Soon thereafter, the airplane crashed into a nearby residence. The AOPA Air Safety Institute has made a preliminary assessment of the accident, highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause. View the video online.

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