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Drug Half-Life – Why It Matters

Posted on August 9, 2010 by mwflyer

If you take a drug, how long does it last in your system? I have one pilot I certify who had to use occasional “hydrocodone” for episodes of acute back pain. Now, with good reason, the FAA will not allow … Continue reading →

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Getting The Lead Out

Posted on August 9, 2010 by mwflyer

Just about every pilot I meet has questions about the future of avgas, and I believe it’s important for the entire GA community to stay on top of this issue, so I’ll start with the least you need to know: … Continue reading →

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Aerobatic Training Can Make You A Better & Safer Pilot

Posted on August 9, 2010 by mwflyer

When pilots think about aerobatics, quite often images of Sean D. Tucker or Patty Wagstaff tossing their planes around the sky at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis. come to mind. We have the vision of a tumbling aircraft trailing smoke … Continue reading →

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NTSB Adds Aircraft Accident/Incident Notification & Reporting Requirements

Posted on August 9, 2010 by mwflyer

On January 7, 2010, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published a Final Rule amending its regulations concerning notification and reporting requirements for aircraft accidents or incidents. The Final Rule codifies the amendments that were originally proposed in an October … Continue reading →

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Good Things Happening In Aviation – Be Proud & Enjoy!

Posted on August 9, 2010 by mwflyer

Just when I hear someone talking about the decrease in pilot numbers, I am reminded of all of the good efforts being made by individuals like you, aviation groups, businesses and airports to promote aviation. There is SO MUCH being … Continue reading →

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