Posts by Andy Wilson
Pilots, Controllers to Use New SID Phraseology
The FAA has modified phraseology used to issue clearances to pilots for route transitions, standard instrument departures (SIDs), and RNAV SIDs that contain speed and altitude restrictions. A Small Planes Could Get Big March Welcome
By 2014, the runway now frequented by fighter jets and massive C-17 military cargo planes at March Air Reserve Base near Riverside could be a more attractive destination for small, private aircraft.
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Long Beach Airport Officials Dispute Data On GA
New Law Expands Pilot Rights
Pilot’s Bill of Rights signed into law
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Pilot’s Bill of Rights has been officially signed into law. Introduced by Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), a member of the Senate General Aviation Caucus and a CFI with more than 10,000 flight hours, the Pilot’s Bill of Rights (S.1335) became law Aug. 3 when President Obama…
Read MoreAnnual Meeting Registration email template
Protecting, Preserving and Promoting California’s General Aviation Community and Airports Hi {2012_annual_meeting___first_name} {2012_annual_meeting___last_name}, This is a tentative confirmation of your registration for CalPilots “Meet-Us in Mojave!” event on October 19-21. Please note that your registration is not complete until you pay the registration fees (you can pay at this link). Your details are presented below. Email:…
Read MoreOceano Airport Fly-in Movie Weekend
Oceano Airport [L52] bring lawn chairs, blankets, and an attitude for fun.
The KOA-Kids of Oceano Airport will have s’mores and popcorn on a donation basis.
The FOA-Friends of Oceano Airport will have cook your own hamburgers and hot dogs available.
Camping is available $10 per night.
We will be showing episodes of Rocky and Bullwinkle to open and the main feature the movie Airplane!
Read MoreCFI Responsibility to TSA Notice Number: NOTC3989
With the recent publicity about individuals being on the “Do Not Fly List” and receiving Flight Instruction, we want to remind CFIs that they have certain responsibilities to fulfill before instructing a non-US citizen. This notice is to remind Flight Instructors of their responsibilities under the Code of Federal Regulations to notify the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) when providing flight instruction to foreign pilots.
Read MorePilot's Bill of Rights 2
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), a member of the Senate General Aviation Caucus and certified flight instructor with more than 11,000 hours, has released the outline for the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBOR2) and is asking the aviation community to submit comments for the final Senate legislation.
“The goal of Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 is to continue addressing unfair practices and regulations toward the aviation industry. Today I unveiled my draft legislation for how to accomplish this goal, and I am also requesting feedback from the aviation community on how this legislation can best meet their needs and ensure a safe and innovative industry that is free of heavy-handed bureaucracy.
“The following is a section-by-section summary of PBOR2 draft:
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