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May The FAA Search Your Aircraft?

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by mwflyer

Several recent incidents reported in the media prompted a number of airmen to ask the question: May the FAA search my aircraft? To answer that question, we need to initially distinguish between the terms “search” and “inspect.”

Memorial To Manifesto!

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by Dave Weiman

In May, Peggy and I planned a flight from Madison, Wisconsin (KMSN) to Sulfur Springs, Texas (KSLR), to attend a family wedding at nearby Emery, Texas. Unlike most of our hops in our Cessna 182, the 645 nm flight would require a fuel stop, and depending on the weather, we built in some alternates, mostly based on distance, but also on the availability of rental cars, restaurants and fuel prices. While I enjoy stopping in at small rural airports, few offer the amenities you need if stranded, so we tried to select mid to executive-size airports. And of course, we don’t leave home without Foreflight which is loaded with good information.

A Day @ The Airport

Posted on July 18, 2024September 10, 2024 by Dave Weiman

It was July 3, and I was waiting for my flight instructor to arrive at my airport once the fog lifted at his airport to give me my biennial flight review. While I waited, I reviewed some performance data for my Cessna 182, including emergency and short-field takeoff and landing procedures, best angle and rate of climb speeds, etc. It was a good review, and you never know what your instructor might ask you.

A Big Win For GA!

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

We fought hard for the important provisions in FAA reauthorization. by Mark Baker AOPA President & CEO Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue As I write to…

Color Vision How & Why It Can Affect Pilots

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Dr. Bill Blank, M.D. Senior Aviation Medical Examiner © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue Our eyes are one of our…

$500.00 For An Oil Change?

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

Blame It On Technology! by Pete Schoeninger © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue Q) A guy told me it might be…

The Localizer Back Course Revisited

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved!  Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue So why would anyone want to do a “localizer back…

UNSELECTING RISKS

Posted on July 18, 2024July 20, 2024 by mwflyer

by Dean Zakos © Copyright Dean Zakos 2024. All Rights Reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine August/September 2024 Digital Issue! “Learn from the mistakes of others. You won’t live long…

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