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Airport of the Month: Mariposa
One of Yosemite’s gateways, Mariposa (MPI) is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Did you know that Mariposa offers a handful of amenities in addition to being a fun cross-country destination? AirBornn Aviation is the local FBO, and provides rental cars to pilots with advance notice. You can use the rental cars
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Airport of the Month: Truckee
Ski season is in full swing, and what better way to get to the snow than by air? The Truckee Airport is a 90-minute flight from the Bay Area and offers numerous connections to the surrounding Tahoe attractions. Truckee is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains and is known for its scenic approaches over Donner
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Transferring an International Certificate to US
Transferring an International Certificate to US
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 Every country regulates aviation in its own way. Different values, different priorities, and different regulatory philosophies make the experience of becoming a pilot very
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Pre-Flight Inspection Tips From A Mechanic
Pre-Flight Inspection Tips From A Mechanic
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 The pre-flight inspection is a critical prerequisite for every flight. Pilots are taught how to perform one early on in training, but have you
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FOG Lunch: Stockton
FOG Lunch: Stockton
For February, join FOG on a fly-out lunch to Stockton! Top Flight Grill is located in the airport terminal building and a quick walk from Transient Parking or the Atlantic Aviation FBO. The restaurant has typical American fare, as well as Mexican-inspired cuisine. Stockton Airport is a great cross-country destination for students, with ATC services
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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
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IFR Low Enroute Charts
IFR Low Enroute Charts
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 The charts used by VFR and IFR pilots are as different as the flights themselves. VFR charts are filled with ground-recognizable objects to aid
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Destination Palm Springs
Destination Palm Springs
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 Palm Springs, known for its days of sunshine, has been a unique Californian getaway for years. As a city nestled within the famous Coachella
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Blades of Glory: What Every Pilot Should Know About Propellers
Blades of Glory: What Every Pilot Should Know About Propellers
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 this tiny nick on the propeller an airworthiness item? How perfect does the paint need to be to keep the propeller balanced?
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Full Moon Flyers: Livermore
Full Moon Flyers: Livermore
Note: This event was postponed due to weather last week. We hope you can join us as we try again this week! A new restaurant has opened at the Livermore Airport (LVK)! On Wednesday, February 23, let’s all go and check it out. Elevation LVK is located in the airport building next to transient parking.
Myth, Truth, and the Real World of FAA Drone Operations
Myth, Truth, and the Real World of FAA Drone Operations
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 Do you really know how to operate your drone safely in accordance with FAA regulations? With technology evolving, drones have started to revolutionize both
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Checklist Philosophy – Go With the “Flow”
Checklist Philosophy – Go With the “Flow”
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 Did you know that the successful use of checklists in aviation has inspired other industries to adopt the same practice? What makes checklists and
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Airport of the Month: Pine Mountain Lake
This March, spend some time away from the sprawl of the Bay Area and enjoy a trip to Pine Mountain Lake (E45) in the Sierra Nevada foothills. This airport is home to the Pine Mountain Lake Association, which features rental homes, golf courses, and other amenities. Some of the rental homes are hanger homes and
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Incident, Accident, or None at All? An Investigation of NTSB 830
Incident, Accident, or None at All? An Investigation of NTSB 830
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 It’s a beautiful day to fly, you get in your airplane in anticipation of an adventure and are taxiing when the unexpected happens: you
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IFR Currency – The Devil in The Details
IFR Currency – The Devil in The Details
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 is a thin overcast layer at 800 at your destination and you are ready to fly the ILS which shouldn’t be too hard