Posts by Andy Wilson
The 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.
Read MoreCouldn’t sign the user fee petition? Here’s help
Deadline 5 p.m. CDT on May 11. – I’ve been receiving emails from readers who wanted to sign the petition against user fees, but couldn’t. Here is what I propose we do: If you send me the same registration information that was required, I will consolidate it and send it to President Obama.
Read MoreSOCAL TFR May 11th
Temporary flight restrictions for VIP Movement – From May 11, 2012 at 0045 UTC (May 10, 2012 at 1745 PDT)To May 11, 2012 at 1800 UTC (May 11, 2012 at 1100 PDT)
Read MoreReno TFR Friday May 11th
Oceano Airport Celebration Day 2012, May 11-12th
May 11th 5:30-9:30 Beach Burger Fry and Dance featuring the San Luis Jazz Band.The San Luis Jazz Band is the preeminent dance band on the Central Coast.
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