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Realizing That Avionics Anomalies Can Occur

Posted on March 22, 2019 by mwflyer

by Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman Published in Midwest Flyer – April/May 2019 issue As an active flight instructor, I always continue to learn, and periodically I see something I have never seen before. I have seen autopilot failures and electronic … Continue reading →

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The Basics of Spatial Disorientation

Posted on January 31, 2014 by mwflyer

Spatial disorientation can be defined quite simply as the inability to correctly orient oneself with respect to the earth’s surface. It is caused by a variety of sensory illusions. Pilots are especially vulnerable at night and in certain weather conditions. … Continue reading →

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Flight Instructor Hall of Fame Inducted Rudy Frasca

Posted on September 28, 2012 by mwflyer

Rudy Frasca (center) of Frasca International, Urbana, Illinois, was inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame during EAA AirVenture. Jack Eggspuehler (right), president emeritus of the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), presented a plaque to Frasca and his … Continue reading →

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