Archive for May 2012
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Read MoreFAA Released General Aviation Airports Study
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a study called General Aviation Airports: A National Asset. The FAA conducted the 18-month study to capture the many diverse functions of general aviation (GA) airports. As a result, the general public will have a better understanding of GA airports in the community and within the national air transportation system.
Read MoreNavigating The Leaded AvGas Quandary
The future of leaded Avgas in the State of California is up for debate, at least according to certain environmental organizations. And, California airports, fixed base operators and pilots are taking note. For example, Sonoma Jet Center in Santa Rosa recently began offering unleaded aviation fuel (mogas) to its customers.
Read MoreFAA FUEL COMMITTEE: 11-YEAR TIMELINE FOR AVGAS REPLACEMENT
Although it hasn’t released the final report to the public, the FAA’s unleaded avgas transition rulemaking committee (UAT-ARC), will recommend a fuel approvals process stretching out as long as 11 years and will be asking Congress for at least $60 million to fund the project, plus as much as $13 million from the industry.
Read MoreThe Terrible “T”s
You may know what the Terrible Twos are, but how about the Terrible Ts? Though her fury can mimic a toddler’s unpredictable tantrums, Mother Nature’s Terrible Ts refer to turbulence, thunderstorms, and tornadoes—all three of which can unleash enormous destructive energy.
Read MoreEnjoy a day at Mojave Air & Spaceport! Saturday May 19th
Greetings from the Mojave Transportation Museum Foundation! Come out to Mojave Air & Spaceport for breakfast or lunch, listen to a great speaker and enjoy some time with other pilots and aviation minded friends!Please forward to your friends! Print out the attached flyer and post on your bulletin board!
Read MoreSaturday Is Learn To Fly Day
If you or somebody you know would like to give flying a try, this Saturday might be a good time. During the third annual International Learn To Fly Day, airports around the world are hosting events and pilots are offering to take neighbors and friends up for a free introductory flight.
Read MoreFAA Steps Up Enforcement of Laser Penalties
The number of laser incidents rose in 2011 – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has directed its investigators and staff to pursue stiffer penalties for individuals who purposefully point laser devices at aircraft.
Read MoreCalPilot's Comment Third class FAA Medical Certificate for operation of small aircraft
The California Pilots Association representing the interests of our membership supports the AOPA, EAA proposal to allow licensed pilots to alternatively use a valid State Driver’s License, in lieu of a third class FAA Medical Certificate for operation of small aircraft.
Read MoreCallBack – May/June 2012 Issue Available Now
Learn from others – Aviation Safety Reporting System CallBack Issue 388 May/June 2012 is available now.
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