On October 1, 2024, the FAA released a Final Rule regarding the expiration of Flight Instructor certificates. Summary: To reduce costs associated with issuing new certificates every 2 years, the FAA is removing the expiration date from flight instructor certificates, which previously expired 24 months after issuance, renewal, or reinstatement. With the expiration date removed,...Read More
If you studied for your Knowledge Test with Gleim Aviation, you will be well prepared for your test. While preparing with the right study materials is crucial, so is knowing what to expect on test day at the PSI Center. Being aware of the procedures and common pitfalls can help ensure a smooth and stress-free...Read More
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is implementing a significant change that will impact aspiring aviation educators and flight instructors alike. Starting September 1, 2024, candidates looking to take the Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) knowledge test will now need an endorsement. This new requirement aims to align the FOI with other pilot certification processes, ensuring candidates...Read More
Here’s some exciting news! The Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Annual Refresher Security Awareness Training requirement has been changed to a biennial requirement. On May 1st, 2024, the TSA issued a 54-page Final Rule which updated various aspects of the Flight Training Security Program (FTSP). The changes from the Rule went into effect on July 30th,...Read More
Mother nature reminds us again that we are not in control. Even with our modern aircraft—marvels of engineering and human ingenuity—there are times we cannot fly. On Wednesday and continuing into Thursday of this week, many airports in the Northeast were closed due to smoke from Canadian forest fires in Northern Quebec being swept south...Read More
Over the New Year’s holiday, I flew to Key West, Florida, which is an awesome destination if you are looking for fun places to fly in south Florida. Warm weather in the 80s and warm water greeted us while the rest of the United States which was experiencing average temperatures around 30-40°F. After a weekend...Read More
It’s officially fall and most of the lower 48 will begin seeing nights with frost if they haven’t already. Frost can greatly disrupt the airflow over your wings and horizontal and vertical stabilizers. Case Study (Accident Number: LAX04FA064) On December 8, 2003, about 0655 Pacific standard time, an Iniziative Industrali Sky Arrow 650 TC, N14XL,...Read More
In this week’s 1-Minute Ground School, we will be discussing standard traffic patterns procedures. We will discuss traffic pattern entries, traffic pattern altitudes, legs, landing, and safety procedures. When entering a traffic pattern, pilot’s should continually scan the airspace for other traffic to have a clear understanding of the congested area. Review the graphics below...Read More
This weekend kicks off the 2022 college football season. It is always the most exciting time of the year for fans who are optimistic about their team’s chances for the season. How many of you have plans to fly yourself to see a game this fall? Are you excited for a certain away game rivalry?...Read More
Thank you everyone for your comments and suggestions from my in-flight electrical fire blog. A few comments of particular note came from pilots advocating the use of fire containment bags in the unlikely event of a lithium-ion battery fire. While I concur that these bags are great for safety, the FAA does not seem to...Read More
