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FOG Lunch: Auburn
Located at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Auburn Airport (AUN) displays a change of scenery from its Central Valley counterparts, with rolling hills and beautiful pine trees lining the field. Take advantage of the warming temperatures this May to visit this airport and sample the delicious cafe serving both breakfast and lunch during
Airport of the Month: Garberville
One of the more remote airports in the state, Garberville Airport (O16) is known for the steep terrain on all sides of the field, making it a challenge to plan a proper descent from pattern altitude to the runway. Pilots should plan on circling over Garberville as part of their descent, taking note of the
May The Fourth Be With You: Skywalker Ranch Fly By
Did you know Skywalker Ranch is located in Marin County at 5858 Lucas Valley Road? And, since we are pilots, we can fly over it. So if you want to have some fun and take a scenic flight up the coast, check out Skywalker Ranch in May. The principal operation of the facility is as
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California Volcano Hunting
When people think of volcanoes in the United States, most people think of places like Hawaii or the Pacific Northwest. However, did you know that California has a few volcanoes scattered across the state? With towering peaks, the formidable Mt. Shasta and Mt. Lassen both lie at the northern tip of the state and are
FOG Lunch: Merced
Summer’s here, and to celebrate, treat yourself to a cross-country flight to grab some BBQ at the Merced Airport (MCE). Located just west of Merced, the airport has an almost 6000-foot runway with multiple instrument approaches, as well as a full-service FBO. This is a great opportunity to get a cross-country flight in while also
Airport of the Month: Santa Maria
June's Airport of the Month is Santa Maria (SMX), which is a convenient stop on the way to the LA Basin. This busy Class Delta airport has multiple runways, scheduled airline services, and even a hotel that you can taxi up to! For students and pilots working on a long cross-country trip, the flight down
6 events,
Flying the Bay Tour
Flying the Bay Tour
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. Flying in the San Francisco Bay area is spectacular, a real privilege for local pilots. The Pacific Ocean, a dramatic coastline, beautiful hills, and
4 events,
Calculating Performance in the Age of Tech
Calculating Performance in the Age of Tech
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. Is it safe to take off from Truckee with a full load on a hot summer day? Can I make it to Scottsdale with
4 events,
Maintenance Logbooks
Maintenance Logbooks
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. Aircraft records are significant for safety and legal reasons. Maintenance and inspections are meticulously recorded in more aircraft logbooks, such as airframe, engine, propeller,
4 events,
Flying in the Pacific Northwest
Flying in the Pacific Northwest
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. Seattle and the Pacific Northwest is a hub of aviation industry and innovation, and what better way to experience this cosmopolitan region than in
4 events,
Planning a Flight with ForeFlight
Planning a Flight with ForeFlight
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. ForeFlight is a useful tool for many pilots as it provides a number of tools a pilot might need to plan a flight, obtain
5 events,
Ground School Refresher Aeromedical Factors
When was the last time you refreshed yourself on the things that can happen to you while airborne?
Ground School Refresher: Aeromedical Factors
Ground School Refresher: Aeromedical Factors
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. Human body dynamics are complicated on the ground, and really interesting when you take them up thousands of feet in elevation. The reduction in ambient
4 events,
An Insight into Airport Operations at San Carlos
An Insight into Airport Operations at San Carlos
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. “Ops 1, Ground..." is a radio call heard every now and then at a towered airport like San Carlos. From conducting runway sweeps, to
4 events,
IFR Departure Procedures
IFR Departure Procedures
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. Believe it or not, IFR departures can be one of the most challenging parts of an IFR flight. The process of getting safely from
4 events,
Keep Youth in the Air – Fly with Young Eagles
Keep Youth in the Air – Fly with Young Eagles
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. Have you ever taken a kid on their first flight? As a pilot, having the opportunity to ignite the passion for aviation in a young
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Airport of the Month: Lampson
This July, see beautiful Clear Lake from the air with a flight to Lampson Field (1O2)! Lampson is located just south of Lakeport, and views of the lake can be seen from downwind while in the pattern. The airport is relatively quiet and is a great place to practice landings after a cross-country flight. At
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NO SAFETY SEMINAR – Saturday, July 3rd
There will be no safety seminar on Saturday, July 3rd. Instead join us for our summer BBQ kickoff, in-person! To find out more information about our BBQ please click here. We look forward to seeing you on the next seminar on Wednesday, July 7th. Thank you, -SCFC Safety Seminar Team
July SCFC Barbecue
July SCFC Barbecue
Summer's here, and we're bringing back the famous SCFC BBQ on July 3rd! Come enjoy the sunshine on our ramp area with some great food and ice cream from Mister Softee. We even will have some aviation-related challenges, courtesy of our awesome maintenance team. The event will last from 12 PM - 2 PM, and