Archives: Dialogue

When It Comes To Flight Training, It’s No Time To Pinch Pennies!

Posted on March 22, 2019 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – April/May 2019 issue In this issue of Midwest Flyer Magazine is an advertisement promoting specialized flight training for Beechcraft Bonanza, Baron, Travel Air and Duke owners (see BPT ad on page 9). … Continue reading →

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Much More Than Merely A Collection

Posted on February 4, 2019 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – February/March 2019 You will read in this issue of Midwest Flyer Magazine about EAA’s Wright Brothers Memorial Banquet held at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Aviation Museum on December 7, 2018. You … Continue reading →

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Remember To Change Your Mailing Address

Posted on December 13, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – December 2018/January 2019 issue If you are moving, be sure to change your mailing address with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and of course with us at Midwest Flyer Magazine. As a … Continue reading →

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Let’s Work To Keep The Welcome Mat Out For Everyone!

Posted on October 15, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – October/November 2018 issue The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) opposes egregious fees charged by fixed base operators, and wants to ensure access, fair pricing and transparency at all public airports. Contrary … Continue reading →

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Latest ATC Spinoff Proposal Meets Continued Heavy Opposition From GA Groups

Posted on August 6, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – August/September 2018 issue Pilots, aircraft owners, corporate flight departments, aircraft manufacturers and fixed base operators who are members of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA), National Business … Continue reading →

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Feedback – Why It Is So Important!

Posted on June 11, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – June/July 2018 issue Whether you are a professional pilot, aircraft technician, airport manager, flight instructor, fixed base operator, aircraft manufacturer or supplier, support service professional, business owner or manager, air traffic controller, … Continue reading →

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President May Want His Pilot In The Top Spot

Posted on April 20, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – April/May 2018 issue In the February/March 2018 issue of Midwest Flyer Magazine, it was announced that former airline pilot, military pilot, and airline lobbyist, Daniel Elwell, was appointed the acting administrator of … Continue reading →

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Individual With Impressive Airline & Military Credentials Named Acting FAA Administrator

Posted on March 2, 2018 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – February/March 2018 issue WASHINGTON, DC – Former airline pilot, military pilot, and airline lobbyist, Daniel Elwell, was appointed the acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) effective in January. Elwell replaced … Continue reading →

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Never Hesitate To Say “Unable!”

Posted on December 8, 2017 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Midwest Flyer – December 2017/January 2018 I concur with Midwest Flyer Magazine “Instrument Flight” columnist, Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman, in his assessment of a fatal accident involving a pilot flying a small general aviation aircraft from Norman, … Continue reading →

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The Future of State Aviation Trade Groups

Posted on October 12, 2017 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer – October/November 2017 issue Midwest Flyer Magazine has been working with state aviation trade groups since the publication was founded in 1978, and has seen a gradual decline in participation among many member … Continue reading →

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