By Hank Canterbury I occasionally hear pilots discussing the use of partial flaps on takeoff in their Bonanzas or Barons. Some confusion exists regarding whether this is “approved” or “authorized.” First, there is no restriction on using partial flap takeoffs in any model of Bonanza. Just because there is no pilot’s operating handbook … Continued
1.From the following list, select the certificates and documents that FARs require you to carry aboard an aircraft during flight. a. Operating limitations b. Registration certificate c. Return to service endorsement d. Airworthiness certificate e. Aircraft maintenance records f. Restricted radiotelephone operator permit g. Record of next required maintenance 2. Regulations require that, … Continued
Making That Flight Safe as a Superior Pilot! By Michael J. Kaufman “A Superior Pilot is one who uses his superior knowledge to avoid situations that may require his superior skills!”— a very true statement from an unknown author. As a flight instructor teaching new pilots and upgrades to additional ratings, I use … Continued
1. If recency of experience requirements for night flight are not met and official sunset is 1830, the latest time a passenger may be carried is: A. 1830 B. 1929 C. 1900 D. 1845 2. You may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or while: A. Under … Continued
Hypoxia FAA Safety Briefing By Dr. Leo Hattrup, FAA Medical Officer The scenery is often spectacular when flying close to the ground, but there are many advantages gained by flying at higher altitudes. Communication improves, as does navigation (other than GPS). Convective activity often decreases. Flight visibility (if out of the clouds) and true … Continued
The Advantages of Adventuring Using Airport Visits to Advance Skills (and Pilot Stories!) By Susan K. Parson, FAA Safety Briefing Editor One of the aeronautical experience requirements for an instrument rating is to log at least 50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot-in-command (PIC). I initially chafed because I just wanted to get on … Continued
By Hank Canterbury I recently read about a Cessna Citation crew that made a takeoff while the parking brake was engaged. They managed to use the entire length of runway, barely got airborne just off the end, and crashed into trees shortly thereafter, tragically killing all aboard. So why did the crew NOT abort … Continued
“Oxygen, Avionics and Other Safety Tips” By Capt. Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman BPT Program Manager/Flight Operations In my last writing of the “Captain’s Corner”, the emphasis was placed on the pilot’s ability to hand fly a precision approach in turbulent conditions with close tolerances. I recently flew my Bonanza from Wisconsin to California for … Continued
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