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Safety Versus Convenience Plus Complacency!

Posted on July 31, 2019 by mwflyer

by Michael J. (Mick) Kaufman Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine – August/September 2019 issue When we think about flying, whether IFR or VFR, we must always consider the part “human factors” play in every flight. In the Bonanza/Baron training program … Continue reading →

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When Is An Aircraft “Destroyed” Versus “Repairable”?

Posted on July 31, 2019 by mwflyer

by Greg Reigel, Esq. Copyright 2019. All Rights Reserved Unfortunately, these terms are not defined anywhere in the regulations. But, as you might expect, the FAA has a policy/opinion about what these terms mean. In fact, the FAA has issued … Continue reading →

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Why The Size of Fuel Hoses On Self-Serve Systems Is So Important!

Posted on July 31, 2019 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2019 issue If you have never thought about the size of the hose at airport self-serve fuel systems, you are not alone. I didn’t either until last winter while self-fueling our … Continue reading →

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