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The San Andreas Fault
The San Andreas Fault roughly extends 750 SM from SE California near Arizona to NW California at the Pacific Coast. It forms the tectonic boundary between the Pacific Plate and the North American Plate. The slip rate along the fault ranges from 20 to 35 mm (0.79 to 1.38 in)/yr. The fault is capable of making earthquakes as big as
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The Sacramento Trilogy
Anytime during the first 2 weeks of December fly to Sacramento California and land at all 3 towered airports in one day. Sacramento International (KSMF), Sacramento Executive (KSAC) and Sacramento Mather (KMHR). Submit a 1 sentence description of your flight to [email protected] so we can all compare all of our experiences. Don't forget to beware
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WAAS or GPS Failures when Flying RNAV Approaches
WAAS or GPS Failures when Flying RNAV Approaches
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing. Instrument approaches have evolved greatly over the years. From the old VOR/DME approaches to ILS, and RNAV GPS approaches. With each new type of approach
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Handling an Electrical Failure while IFR in Busy Airspace
Handling an Electrical Failure while IFR in Busy Airspace
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about special sign-in instructions for this seminar The Los Angeles area is one of the most challenging and diverse airspaces to operate in, in the entire country.
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Investigating Airplane Ownership
Investigating Airplane Ownership
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing. At some time, most pilots consider owning their own plane. Have you? Because of the large investment and the risks associated, buying a plane
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Getting FAA Approved to Fly A Vision Jet
Getting FAA Approved to Fly A Vision Jet
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing Many of us have flown in a jet, albeit in the passenger compartment or maybe in a flight simulator. A dream for some is
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Fly to Chico (KCIC) and Witness Where History Took Place in 1961
According to some “official” sources the first air hijacking attempt on American soil happened on July 31, 1961 when pipeline worker Bruce Britt, Sr., boarded and attempted to commandeer a Pacific Airlines flight at the Chico Municipal Airport, in Chico, California, intending to return to his home in Smackover, AK. CLICK HERE First U.S. skyjacking attempt was in Chico
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Operating at Non-Paved Airports
Operating at Non-Paved Airports
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing. There was a time when all airports didn’t have asphalt, pavement, or concrete. Nowadays it's hard to think about operating at an airport without
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Airport Signs and Markings
Airport Signs and Markings
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing. Pop quiz: What is the new ICAO standard marking for a taxiway approaching a runway? What is the difference between a relocated threshold and
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NO Safety Seminars Dec 23, 26, 30
There will be no safety seminars on December 23rd, 26th, nor 30th. Have an enjoyable, and safe holiday season with your family this year. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to our seminar program in the new year. -SCFC Seminar Team
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IFR Pilots Assemble
IFR Pilots assemble! Your mission is to fly down to Southern California anytime this month and complete at least ONE Tower Enroute Control (TEC) Route of your choice. While TEC routes are prevalent on the East Coast, there is a handful of them in Southern California. The large-number of major airports scattered close to each
New Airport of the Month – KPTV
2021 brings in a new year and FOG would like to explore a new airport every month. If you have been to our choice, investigate another and fill us in. This month, Porterville Municipal Airport (KPTV) is our choice. The airport was opened in September 1942 as Porterville Army Airfield and was used by the United
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Destination: San Diego
Destination: San Diego
Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, this seminar will only be available for online viewing. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.** Click here to learn more about online viewing. San Diego, a city known for its warm temperatures, beautiful skyline and picturesque views is a perfect place for pilots to visit. With decent flight