Anthony On Aviation: November 2012

Friday, November 30, 2012

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Fwd: "Paper Pilot Certificates" - FAASafety.gov

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Subject: "Paper Pilot Certificates" - FAASafety.gov

	FAA Safety Team \| Safer Skies Through Education
Paper Pilot Certificates Notice Number: NOTC4465 If you have already replaced your paper pilot certificate, then this message is not for you. On the other hand, if your pilot certificate is still printed on paper, please read carefully. The FAA is under a mandate to replace all paper certificates with plastic certificates. If you do not replace your paper certificate on or before March 31, 2013, you will no longer be able to exercise your privileges! All certificated Airmen, including mechanics, repairmen, pilots, etc., are required to replace their paper copy with a plastic copy, or they will no longer be able to exercise the privileges of that certificate. The best way to get a new replacement certificate is to follow the instructions at http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/certificate_replacement/. The replacement cost is $2.00, unless you still have your Social Security Number on your certificate and you ask to have it removed. Avoid the Rush! Apply today! This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Airport Guide Gives You Terminal Maps, Amenity Info, and More for Popular Airports

http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/lifehacker/full/~3/7QE92HRhf7g/airport-guide-gives-you-terminal-maps-amenity-info-and-more-for-popular-airports

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

SeaRey approved as a light sport aircraft

http://www.aopa.org/aircraft/articles/2012/121126searey-approved-as-lsa.html

Will potential FAA cuts hurt fliers? - CNN.com

http://www.cnn.com/2012/08/16/travel/faa-budget-cuts/index.html

UND students eyeing new FAA rules as future pilots | The Dickinson Press | Dickinson, North Dakota

http://www.thedickinsonpress.com/event/article/id/63285/

Plane Finder - Airports and Flight Routes

http://planefinder.net/route/

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Fwd: "GA Maintenance Alert" - FAASafety.gov

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Subject: "GA Maintenance Alert" - FAASafety.gov
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	FAA Safety Team \| Safer Skies Through Education
GA Maintenance Alert Notice Number: NOTC4455 Safety and Security of Components A review of recent helicopter accidents has revealed a number of improper maintenance practices and techniques. Contributing significantly to these accidents is the improper safety and security of critical flight control systems, engine systems, and drive system components. In some cases, proper torque was not applied, safety wire or cotter pins were not installed, self-locking nuts were reused numerous times where they lost their self-locking capability, and critical components were removed and reinstalled without following the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICAs). A preliminary review as to why these improper maintenance practices and techniques were performed and were overlooked indicates that human factors and failure to follow written procedures are potential factors. Fatigue, time constraints to perform the maintenance tasks, cell phone activity, and complacency were the serious factors related to these accidents. Click to go to this document to review 11 safety recommendations: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2012/Nov/GA_Maintenance_Alert_121121.pdf The ultimate question the pilot or mechanic who performed the work should ask is, "Would I place my family in this aircraft on its first flight after maintenance?" Responding favorably to the safety recommendations in the document will help us answer that question with a resounding YES! This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Fwd: Global Navigation - Using Aviation GPS Systems & ADS-B - FAASafety.gov

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Subject: Global Navigation - Using Aviation GPS Systems & ADS-B - FAASafety.gov
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You have asked us to notify you when a seminar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following seminar may be of interest to you: "Global Navigation - Using Aviation GPS Systems & ADS-B" Topic: A Review of GPS Systems Operations and Progress Toward ADS-B On Monday, December 3, 2012 at 7:00 PM Location: Albertville Municipal Airport 300 Alldredge Drive Alabama Aviation Center Albertville, AL 35950 Select Number: SO0947194 Description: This two hour seminar will provide a good review of the questions you have regarding GPS theory, equipment and functionality plus the future of global navigation. We'll look into current and future capabilities of GPS avionics systems, some "knobology" and the upcoming mandated ADS-B. Mr. Michel Kussatz of Garmin will be our guest speaker. To view further details and registration information for this seminar, click here. The sponsor for this seminar is: AL FAASTeam The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the "Contact Information" area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services. The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit AMT: 1.00 Click here to view the WINGS help page
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Monday, November 19, 2012

Flying Camera From Animal Rights Group Shot Down at Pigeon Shoot |

http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Flying-Camera-From-Animal-Rights-Group-Shot-Down-at-Pigeon-Shoot-Cops-179983451.html?dr

Fwd: "A&P Certificate Replacement"

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Subject: "A&P Certificate Replacement" - FAASafety.gov

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A&P Certificate Replacement Notice Number: NOTC4449 If you have already replaced your paper A&P certificate, then this message is not for you. On the other hand, if your A&P certificate is still printed on paper, please read carefully. The FAA is under a mandate to replace all paper certificates with plastic certificates. If you do not replace your paper certificate on or before March 31, 2013, you will no longer be able to exercise your privileges! All certificated Airmen, including mechanics, repairmen, pilots, etc., are required to replace their paper copy with a plastic copy, or they will no longer be able to exercise the privileges of that certificate. The best way to get a new replacement certificate is to follow the instructions at http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/certificate_replacement/. The replacement cost is $2.00, unless you still have your Social Security Number on your certificate and you ask to have it removed. Avoid the Rush! Apply today! This notice is being sent to you because you selected "Airworthiness" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Fwd: Fw: A father's love

A Pilot Father's Tough Love...

Most people today think it improper to discipline children, so I have tried other methods to control my kids when they have had one of 'those moments.'

Since I'm a pilot, one that I have found very effective is for me to just take the child for a flight during which I say nothing and give the child the opportunity to reflect on his or her behavior.

I don't know whether it's the steady vibration from the engines, or just the time away from any distractions such as TV, video games, computer, iPod, etc.

Either way, my kids usually calm down and stop misbehaving after our flight together. I believe that eye to eye contact during these sessions is an important element in achieving the desired results.

I've included a photo below of one of my sessions with my son, in case you would like to use the technique...

Should work with grandkids, also.

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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Fwd: "New Flight Plan Form" - FAASafety.gov

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New Flight Plan Form Notice Number: NOTC4439 On November 15, 2012, the new ICAO Flight Plan Amendment will take effect, changing the way all ICAO flight plans are filed. You must take these new changes into account when filing your ICAO flight plans, or your flight plans will be rejected by ATC. There are many changes in the amendment, but the biggest are in Item 10, "Equipment," and Item 18, "Other Information." From July 15, 2012 through November 14, 2012, a plan can be submitted in either the current "pre-2012" format or the new "ICAO 2012 format." From November 15, 2012 onward, filings must be in the new ICAO 2012 format. You can find the FAA InFO at this link, https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2012/Nov/InFO12018.pdf, and a table with further information at this link, https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2012/Nov/Operational_Approval_Guidance_Table_v4.pdf. Questions or comments regarding this InFO should be directed to Gordon Rother, New Program Implementation and International Support Branch, AFS-240 at (202) 267-8166. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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DARPA SpaceView enlists amateur astronomers

http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57548750-76/darpa-spaceview-enlists-amateur-astronomers/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=title

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Plane Crashes Into Moving SUV While Attempting To Land At Texas Airport - YouTube Update sent in by Ben McGee

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xq8KtfPgbs

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Obama Re-Elected: What Will Happen To Aviation Now?

http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=f4390212-9898-4244-868d-56bb46170e8b

	FAA Safety Team \| Safer Skies Through Education
New FAA Safety Briefing Now Available! Notice Number: NOTC4427 The theme for the November/December 2012 FAA Safety Briefing is "Small Airplane, Big World." This issue explores the significance of general aviation on a global scale and focuses on tools and resources that can help you operate safely beyond our borders. Feature articles include: a review of overseas flying requirements, how to master the language of aviation, and an inside look at how the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) can impact your flying. The link to the online edition is: http://1.usa.gov/FAA_ASB FAA Safety Briefing is the safety policy voice for the non-commercial general aviation community. The magazine's objective is to improve safety by: · making the community aware of FAA resources · helping readers understand safety and regulatory issues, and · encouraging continued training Produced by the FAA Safety Briefing editors, http://www.faa.gov/news/safety_briefing/ Address questions or comments to:mailto:SafetyBriefing@faa.gov. Follow us on Twitter @FAASafetyBrief or www.twitter.com/FAASafetyBrief This notice is being sent to you because you selected "FAA Newsletters" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences.
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