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Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube             No matter who you celebrate with or how you celebrate, everyone is bound to have their own, special holiday traditions. So we asked our followers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram what their favorite holiday traditions were and wanted to share with you!    “Playing holiday music on my grand piano” – Steve McNeilly. “Making lefse with [my] grandparents” – @forever.e.melodie “Making the short flight from Payson, AZ (KPAN) to get pies for the family” – @campmo1 “Christmas day boat ride!” – @mahashawnie “Watching Christmas Vacation after getting the tree!!!” – @renee_ellie_   What Holiday Tradition will you Create This December? No matter what new traditions you create or traditions you continue forward with, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season full of love, light, and laughter. Please enjoy our last, and most importantly, seasonal, issue of FlightPath. We’ll see you in 2021!     Holiday Shopping Like a Pro Become an expert-level holiday shopper with these 5 holiday shopping organization steps.   GET ORGANIZED Budgeting For The Holidays The holiday season is here. It’s the season of giving but also the season of spending. Don’t miss these tips and tricks to save for holiday gifts.       FIND YOUR BUDGET     172 Lands at Busy Class B Landing at a busy Class Bravo isn’t something GA pilots do often. Watching this experienced pilot handle rapid-fire ATC and task saturation is an interesting and valuable lesson.      VIEW VIDEO Prerecorded Flying Webinars A series of fun presentations on flying topics to help keep you proficient. Hosted by the You Can Fly Flight Training Team.       GET FREE ACCESS   Pressure Over the Atlantic Kerry McCauley was flying solo over the North Atlantic to Paris when he discovered an issue with his auxiliary fuel tank. Watch to learn how he found a solution and survived.      STEP IN THE COCKPIT Quiz: Winter Weather Ride along on a cold weather IFR flight and consider what you would do when faced with icing conditions.    ARE YOU READY?       FAA Medicine Summit Recently, the FAA Office of Aerospace Medicine invited AOPA and other industry stakeholders to participate in an Aviation Medicine Summit via Zoom.   READ MORE Driving Under the Influence & Your Aviation Life: Part I Of II Part I of this series will discuss some suggested practices if you’re stopped by the police for suspected driving under the influence, whether you’ve had anything to drink or not.     READ MORE     AOPA Webinar: How to Buy an Airplane Let AOPA help you navigate the process of buying an airplane—from pre-buy inspections and title searches, to financing and insurance. Tune in Tue, Dec 8, 2020 at 7:00 PM ET. Registration is free.    REGISTER NOW   What Happens Once I’m Approved?  There are still two steps remaining to securing a loan.    READ MORE Adam Answers 2020 Year in Review Adam answers in December’s edition.   READ MORE     50 Ways to Spread More Kindness in the World The world would be a completely different place if we all practiced daily random acts of kindness.   READ MORE   Calling All Writers!  We want you to write a blog for AOPA ‘s Pilot Gear blog, Between the Three-Nine! If you have ever thought about writing, want to share your thoughts, or are just interested in trying it out, write a blog about your New Year’s resolutions and send it our way! The winner will have their blog featured on Between the Three-Nine in January 2021!  When you are ready to submit your blog click here or send to the email in the blog prompt linked below.   GET THE BLOG PROMPT       AOPA Flight Training Scholarships Available Applications Now Open! Flight training scholarship awards are made possible through donations to the AOPA Foundation, these awards can help members reach their aviation goals. Apply today or tell someone you know who would benefit from financial assistance with flight training for a primary certificate or advanced training.    The deadline for scholarship applications is Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. (EST).   REVIEW AVALIABLE SCHOLARSHIPS   December Pilot Passport Challenge The Beach Therapy Challenge. Use the App’s Pilot Passport feature to earn island badges in December.   LEARN MORE       LISTEN NOW       Update your Preference Center   © 2020 AOPA  •  421 Aviation Way Frederick, MD 21701 US 800.872.2672  •  301.695.2375 Fax Preference Center •   •  www.aopa.org

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VOL 22, ISSUE 49 December 4, 2020

Top Stories Article King Air 260 debuts The Beechcraft King Air 260 unveiled December 2 replaces the King Air 250 and features autothrottles, among other upgrades. (Photo courtesy of Textron Aviation.) Read more > Article COVID-19 downturn could be short-lived Business aviation has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, but the industry is already improving, according to Honeywell Aerospace. (Image courtesy of Aerion Supersonic.) Read more > You Can Fly Apply for AOPA flight training scholarships The AOPA You Can Fly program has a fresh round of scholarship funding lined up for high schoolers, teachers, student pilots, and certificated pilots seeking advanced ratings. Applications are due February 14. Read more > AOPA Live This Week Virtual NBAA; Guillow’s legacy; Chattanooga SeaRey We bring you the latest from the business aviation world. Also, tour the Paul K. Guillow Inc. factory, where balsa kindles a love of aviation, and fly the Tennessee River Gorge in a SeaRey. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

NBAA Article JETNET forecasts bizjet trends From the depths of the COVID-19 crisis in March, when optimism was down 43 percent, the fourth-quarter mood of 20,000 business aircraft owners surveyed surged into positive territory following news that coronavirus vaccinations are imminent, according to a JETNET iQ poll. Read more > Article Phenom 100EV gets avionics boost Embraer Executive Jets’ Phenom 100EV has received several upgrades to its Garmin G3000 Prodigy Touch avionics suite. (Photo courtesy of Embraer.) Read more > Article Tamarack opens East Coast install center Tamarack Aerospace Group opened the Tamarack East Coast Transformation Center in South Carolina on December 3 to provide expert, factory-quality installation of Tamarack’s ATLAS Active Winglets in 10 days or less. Read more > Article Gogo launches Vision 360 Gogo, a worldwide provider of in-flight broadband connectivity, sold its commercial aviation business to Intelsat for $400 million, then announced a new service for business aviation. Read more >

Technique and Safety Video Pressure over the Atlantic Ferry pilot Kerry McCauley was flying solo over the North Atlantic when he discovered a serious issue with his auxiliary fuel tank. Watch this new AOPA Air Safety Institute Real Pilot Story to learn how he found a solution and survived. IFR Fix Squawking 2020 The FAA appears to be cool to continuing coronavirus pandemic relief for pilots. Read more >

Online resource Just in case Look at ways to handle those critical “up here, wishing you were down there” situations as safely as possible in this AOPA Air Safety Institute Safety Spotlight. Learn more > Video Tempting fate Transitioning to a new-to-you airplane isn’t as simple as it may seem—even if the new airplane is commonly considered a step down. Learn from one pilot’s mistakes in a light sport aircraft in this AOPA Air Safety Institute video.

Advocacy Advocacy FAA, European regulators expand aviation safety agreement The FAA and the European Commission announced the expansion of their bilateral aviation safety agreement to allow mutual acceptance of some pilot certification and training rules, streamlining administrative processes and reducing training costs. Read more >

Health Online resource Health conditions may affect medical certification Find answers to questions about how a medical condition might impact your flying privileges. Learn more >

Technology Article Bye shifts to Safran Bye Aerospace announced a course change in the development of its all-electric airplanes, turning to Safran Electrical and Power to propel certification prototypes and production aircraft. (Photo courtesy of Bye Aerospace.) Read more >

Gear Slideshow iFlightPlanner integrates with iFly GPS A new integration between iFlightPlanner and iFly GPS allows flight plans to be wirelessly synced on Android, Windows, and Apple mobile devices. Read more > SiriusXM Aviation, Garmin, and Lightspeed offer special deals If you are in the market for a Garmin GDL 51/52 aviation weather receiver, a Lightspeed Zulu 3 headset, a Sirius XM Tour radio, or a SiriusXM weather subscription, check out these deals before it’s too late. Learn more >

Financial Article Texas Aircraft pitches basic Colt Flight schools asked for an affordable light sport aircraft with Garmin in the panel and an all-metal airframe. Texas Aircraft Manufacturing responded. Read more > Member benefit Avoid last-minute mix-ups These four common mistakes can delay your aircraft purchase. Read more > Webinar How to buy an airplane Learn how to navigate the process of buying an airplane—from prepurchase inspections and title searches to financing and insurance—during an AOPA webinar on December 8 at 7 p.m. Eastern time. Register now >

News and Notes Article Mutual inspiration Central Florida Aerospace Academy’s annual celebration of student accomplishments in 2020 included the school resource officer, who was inspired by the students to achieve his longtime desire to become a pilot. Read more > You Can Fly A lesson in the sky Students utilizing AOPA’s High School Aviation STEM curriculum in Greenville, South Carolina, put their classroom experience to the test with a flight lesson November 24. (Photo courtesy of STEM Flights.) Read more >

Article Aviation holiday cards: Designing the magic Aviation-themed holiday cards are an AOPA tradition. Our graphic designer shares the inspiration and creative process behind the AOPA Pilot Gear holiday cards she designs. Read more > Podcast ‘I went to the church of lean of peak’ Ask the A&Ps podcast hosts Mike Busch, Paul New, and Colleen Sterling talk about why running lean of peak is so beneficial, and tackle questions on sticky valves, how to properly break in an engine, oil consumption, and more. Submit your questions for the next episode. Listen to the podcast > Airworthiness advisories AD affects certain Piper PA–34-220T airplanes

Career Opportunities Aviation job board Job of the week: Flight attendant, Air Wisconsin Airlines Operating as a regional airline in the United States, Air Wisconsin Airlines performs flying services as a partner with United Airlines. The sole flight attendant on each aircraft will perform a variety of services conducive to the safety and comfort of passengers. Read the full description and apply today >

Question of the Week Question How can I get FAA Wings program credit for any AOPA Air Safety Institute courses that I take?   Answer You will automatically get credit by matching your email address with the one on file with the FAA for the Wings program. Join the discussion > This discussion is from our online Pilot Information Center, where you can ask questions, contribute answers, earn badges, and join our growing pilot community online. Got a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars AOPA’s in-person educational courses and seminars have been canceled or postponed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Stay sharp with our webinars, podcasts, and videos. Upcoming AOPA webinars Dec. 8, 7 p.m. EST How to buy an airplane Dec. 10, 12 p.m. EST ‘Don’t Get Rusty’ series: Seven ways an instrument rating will make you a better pilot Jan. 14, 12 p.m. EST ‘Don’t Get Rusty’ series: Wait! Are we in balance? Jan. 19, 12 p.m. EST AOPA Rusty Pilots – Webinar edition   See the full webinar schedule in our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.) View our recently recorded webinars (registration required). Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos John Mohr, Piaggio Royal Gull CST Flight Services COVID-19 travel guides Earthrounder, crash survivor, and public speaker Ryan Campbell George Antoniadis – PlaneSense You Can Fly Champions How a PPS panel attorney protects AOPA members   For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see AOPA Online. AOPA podcasts ‘Ask the A&Ps’: ‘I went to the church of lean of peak’ ‘Hangar Talk’: Aviation careers conversation highlights jobs ‘Hangar Talk’ Flight Time series: John Zimmerman ‘Pilot Briefing’: Week of Nov. 30, 2020 ‘There I was…’: Todd Clark ‘Never Again’: I knew I was rusty ‘Pilot Protection Services Podcast’: Predicting the future   To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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VOL 22, ISSUE 46 November 13, 2020

Top Stories Article Florida fosters flock of future flyers Florida officials are eager to host a hub for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft on the doorstep of one of the state’s busiest airports; elsewhere, aspiring flying cars hit the road, take flight, and approach approval. (Image courtesy of Lilium.) Read more > AOPA Live This Week For love of a rare bird; Honoring veterans; Safe integration We take you inside a lifelong fascination with a rare seaplane. Also, we thank veterans for their service, join one World War II pilot for a special flight, and detail North Dakota’s drone safety investment. Watch AOPA Live This Week® >

Technique and Safety Article Sporty’s upgrades online training courses Sporty’s Pilot Shop recently upgraded its online pilot training courses to allow students to study however, wherever, and whenever they want. (Image courtesy of Sporty’s.) Read more > Webinar Drone safety: Real-world risks, rewards AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Director Paul Deres, AOPA Drone Pilot Editor Jim Moore, and public safety pilot Steve Rhode will examine unmanned mishaps to highlight useful lessons on November 18 at noon Eastern time. Register here >

Webinar Invisible, odorless, deadly Learn how to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning when risk increases with the use of cabin heat in the winter during an AOPA Air Safety Institute webinar on November 19 at 7 p.m. Eastern time. Register here > Video Easy as a pirep Controllers cover the fine points of filing pireps in this installment of the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s Ask ATC series. Login required In-flight icing Structural icing is one of the greatest hazards of winter flying for light aircraft. This AOPA Air Safety Institute quiz will help you recognize and avoid icing conditions.

Advocacy Advocacy Pilots weigh in on records database plan Pilots and flight departments surveyed about the proposed electronic Pilot Records Database expressed a range of concerns including undue burdens and lack of transparency. Read more > Article Drone integration advances When the FAA recently announced the end of one drone integration effort and the beginning of another, one state stood out for offering a solution that would place no new burdens on pilots. Read more and watch a video >

Health Pilot Protection Services Medical falsification and the FAA The FAA recently adopted a prompt settlement policy for legal enforcement actions against individuals alleged to have committed several types of violations related to medical certification. Read more >

Gear Article Time traveler Watchmaker Jack Mason has teamed with AOPA to create a purpose-built luxury chronometer that’s ruggedly stylish. (Photo courtesy of Jack Mason.) Read more > Sporty’s ornament celebrates Piper Cherokee The 2020 Sporty’s Pilot Shop Crystal Christmas Ornament celebrates the line of single-engine Piper Cherokee aircraft that first appeared as a two-person model in 1960. The ornament is available online for $24.95. (Photo courtesy of Sporty’s.) Bose created content The Bose difference Bose aviation headsets are born out of a rigorous research and development process that has been refined over many decades to yield the best combination of noise cancellation, comfort, and clarity. Read more >

Travel Pilot magazine ‘Third Thursday’ airport gathering 11 years strong An unofficial dinnertime gathering—no agenda, no budget, no speeches—at Iowa’s Mason City Municipal Airport has attracted pilots for 11 years. Read more > Want more general aviation travel stories? Sign up for our free AOPA Travel Pilot biweekly newsletter.

Financial Article Avionics sales hit by coronavirus pandemic Sales of avionics for business and general aviation aircraft in the first three quarters of 2020 declined 27 percent from those in the same period in 2019 as the industry absorbed the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more > Member benefit I’m looking to upgrade. What rate is normal for me? AOPA Aviation Finance Co. President Adam Meredith explains the factors that influence interest rates for aircraft purchases. Read more >

News and Notes Article STOL showdown to headline Sun ‘n Fun holiday event Up to 125 pilots flying five classes of aircraft will compete December 4 and 5 to achieve the best short takeoff and landing performances, with money and a national ranking up for grabs. Read more and watch a video > Article Breaking barriers: Meet Anthony Lawrence U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Anthony Lawrence always knew he wanted to fly. Earning his place among some of the world’s top pilots required persistence and consistency. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Anthony Lawrence.) Read more >

Article Spotlight on service Sport pilot, Airport Support Network volunteer, and U.S. Army veteran George Chase shares how his military service inspired him to learn to fly. He has given many introductory flights and helped revitalize his local airport. Read more > ATP Flight School created content Becoming an airline pilot today ATP has placed graduates at airlines every year since 1984, helping pilots navigate industry challenges and capitalize on opportunities. Today, that experience is being put to work to define a clear path for the next generation of pilots. Read more > Podcast ‘Hangar Talk’: Polar circumnavigator Robert DeLaurentis Citizen of the World pilot Robert DeLaurentis reflects on what he learned, the people he met, and the science experiments he conducted during a polar circumnavigation in a Gulfstream Twin Commander 900. Listen to the podcast > Airworthiness advisories AD affects Austro Engine GmbH E4, E4P engines

Career Opportunities Aviation job board Job of the week: A&P mechanic, Haggan Aviation Haggan Aviation, located in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking experienced A&P mechanics. Since 1996, Haggan has been performing heavy and light inspection checks on small and midsize corporate aircraft, including but not limited to Lear and Hawker airframes. Read the full description and apply today >

Question of the Week Question I am an instrument-rated private pilot, and I am considering pursuing additional certificates and ratings, and becoming a flight instructor. I have a first class medical with third class privileges. Would I need to get a new first or second class medical to work toward my goal?   Answer No. The federal aviation regulations require a medical with third class privileges to act as pilot in command for your commercial and CFI practical tests and to act as a flight instructor and pilot in command. A medical certificate is not required for flight instructing unless the instructor is acting as PIC or a required crewmember. See FAR 61.23 for additional information. Join the discussion > This discussion is from our online Pilot Information Center, where you can ask questions, contribute answers, earn badges, and join our growing pilot community online. Got a question for our technical services staff? Contact AOPA.

Education & Seminars AOPA’s in-person educational courses and seminars have been canceled or postponed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Stay sharp with our webinars, podcasts, and videos. Upcoming AOPA webinars Nov. 18, 12 p.m. EST Drone safety: Real-world risks, rewards Nov. 18, 7 p.m. EST AOPA Rusty Pilots – Webinar edition Nov. 19, 7 p.m. EST CO … It’s a gas Dec. 2, 7 p.m. EST AOPA Rusty Pilots – Webinar edition Dec. 4, 12 p.m. EST AOPA Rusty Pilots – Webinar edition   See the full webinar schedule in our online Pilot Information Center. (Log in to our online Pilot Information Center using your AOPA website username and password to view these events.) View our recently recorded webinars (registration required). Latest AOPA Pilot Lounge videos CST Flight Services COVID-19 travel guides Earthrounder, crash survivor, and public speaker Ryan Campbell George Antoniadis – PlaneSense You Can Fly Champions How a PPS panel attorney protects AOPA members ‘Bachelor’ star Peter Weber   For a full list of Pilot Lounge videos, see AOPA Online. AOPA podcasts ‘Ask the A&Ps’: ‘You’re not going to fall out of the sky because the camshaft wears’ ‘Hangar Talk’: Polar circumnavigator Robert DeLaurentis ‘Hangar Talk’ Flight Time series: John Zimmerman ‘Pilot Briefing’: Week of Nov. 9, 2020 ‘There I was…’: Todd Clark ‘Never Again’: Rental pilot reluctance ‘Pilot Protection Services Podcast’: Predicting the future   To see all AOPA podcasts, visit AOPA Online.

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