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SUMMARY:IFR Checkride: How I Prepared & Lessons Learned
DESCRIPTION:Pursuing the instrument rating can be extremely challenging. It takes lots of training\, studying\, and commitment from the student and their instructor to master all the necessary skills and build the confidence to fly under IFR. What are some successful approaches to tackling this rating? What are some of the resources to use to study? What should you expect during the training and practical test? \nSan Carlos Flight Center invites newly instrument-rated pilot to Kuni Migimatsu along with his instructor\, Michael Dutton\, to highlight their experiences pursuing the instrument rating. They will provide an overview of their training including the various tools\, and resources they used along the way\, as well as an insight into the instrument checkride. See how the Airman Certification Standards translate into what the ground questions and flight may look like. Finally\, as with all things in the world of aviation\, see how to handle unexpected situations when they arise\, even on a checkride. \nIf you are an aspiring instrument pilot or a veteran aviator\, join us to hear about what to expect and how to pass this checkride.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/ifr-checkride-how-i-prepared-lessons-learned/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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SUMMARY:From Steam to Screen: Transition to a G1000 Aircraft
DESCRIPTION:As more aircraft are equipped with the computer display instrumentation ( aka “glass cockpit”)\, pilots trained on traditional analog instruments must adapt their flying skills and knowledge to fly these new aircraft.  For a first timer\, it can seem daunting\, but with the right training most pilots adjust to the new instrumentation very quickly.  They typically find tremendous value both from the increased situational awarenesss that a large multi-function display provides\, as well as better access to engine monitoring\, weather reports\, and forecasts\, and help for finding the right local ATC facility or Flight Service Station. \nSan Carlos Flight Center has invited CFI Nico Figueroa to present “From Steam to Screen: Transition to a G1000 Aircraft\,” a safety seminar designed to ease the transition from traditional six-pack instrumentation to the G1000. In this seminar\, Nico will introduce pilots to the primary differences between analog and digital cockpits\, explain the functions and benefits of systems such as AHRS and ADC\, and provide practical tips for safely transitioning from being a VFR private pilot in a six-pack aircraft to an instrument-rated pilot flying a G1000. \nIf you’ve never flown in a newer glass panel aircraft\, we hope you’ll join us for this introductory presentation. \nNico Figueroa is a Certified Flight Instructor at San Carlos Flight Center with experience transitioning between traditional six-pack instruments and the Garmin G1000. He earned his Private Pilot certificate in high school\, obtained an engineering degree from Santa Clara University\, and is currently diving deep into G1000 functionality as he finishes his CFII training. Nico enjoys working with students at all levels of flight training and is particularly looking forward to helping pilots transition to instrument flying using advanced cockpit systems like the G1000.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/from-steam-to-screen-transition-to-a-g1000-aircraft/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T190000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Cessna 182 Systems
DESCRIPTION:For a private pilot who learned to fly in a C172 Skyhawk\, stepping up to the Cessna 182 Skyland is a good challenge to broaden your skills. The larger engine allows you to take more passengers and luggage\, and cover longer distances faster.  As a natural extension to the Cessna 172\, the Cessna 182 shares many operating similarities and most find the transition smooth.  However\, Skylanes have some differences in engine and powerplant that require more attention.  Pilots checking out in the C182 must learn to manage the constant-speed propellor\, and factor in the greater torque and increased need for engine temperature management of the later six-cylinder engine\, and learn to use and additional engine cooling tool – cowl flaps. \nSCFC invites in Travis Bender\, CFI\, to introduce the Cessna 182 systems to pilots\, particularly those looking to transition from the Skyhawk. You’ll walk away with a good foundation to start earning your high-performance endorsement\, while also learning what it takes to get checked out in the Flight Center’s 182 fleet. Attending this free seminar is a great way to reduce the ground training time with an instructor that you’d need as part of an aircraft checkout. \nJoin us if you’re interested in the next level of Cessna aircraft\, and looking to get to your next aviation destination a little faster and with fewer stops. \nTravis Bender is a CFI and CFII at San Carlos Flight Center. He earned his primary certificates right here at SCFC and now conducts training for student pilots through Flight Instructors\, as well as high-performance checkouts and mountain training. Prior to instructing\, Travis worked in sustainable procurement for a large Silicon Valley company.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/understanding-cessna-182-systems/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T143000
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SUMMARY:March Air Force Base and SoCal Airshow
DESCRIPTION:Join the FlyOutGroup on April 11-13 for a very special event! For the second time in FlyOutGroup history\, FOG and SCFC pilots will venture to March Air Reserve Base in Southern California to attend the SoCal Air Show. March Air Reserve Base is hosting the SoCal Airshow\, featuring the US Thunderbirds\, aircraft like the C-17 and F-18\, and numerous military aircraft on static displays. You’ll also have a chance to visit a local airline boneyard and get up close with jumbo jets like the 747 and 757.  \nBefore the airshow\, FOG pilots will be able to fly into San Bernardino Airport (SBD) on Friday\, April 11th\, where we’ll spend the night in a nearby hotel. The next day\, we’ll spend all day at the airshow\, where you can explore the exhibits\, tour the flight line\, and be amazed by the airshow in the skies above. The airshow does not require tickets to attend and is open to the public. \nOn Sunday\, April 13th\, FOG pilots may also have the optional opportunity to stop at Victorville Airport (VCV) on the return flight home. Victorville Airport is offering FOG pilots an exclusive tour of the aircraft boneyard and airliner maintenance facilities on the field. Not open to the public\, this rare tour is being granted only to pilots attending this trip.  \nItinerary \nFriday\, April 11 \n\nFly to San Bernardino (SBD) – arrive by 6:00 PM\nTransfer to your hotel – board vans no later than 6:15 PM\nGroup dinner at Riverside Food Lab – 7:30 PM\n\nSaturday\, April 12 \n\nAll-day visit to March Air Reserve Base for SoCal Airshow\nDinner at your leisure \n\nSunday\, April 13 \n\n8:30 am – board vans bound for San Bernardino\n9:15 am – Depart for Victorville (VCV)\n10:00 AM – Arrive at VCV for the boneyard tour\nAfternoon – Depart at your leisure\n\nHotel \nAttendees of the trip should book their stay at the following hotels. These hotels are all within a one-minute walk from each other\, so feel free to pick the property that appeals to you. \n\nHoliday Inn Express & Suites Moreno Valley\nResidence Inn Moreno Valley/Riverside\nFairfield Inn and Suites Moreno Valley\n\nCost \nThe group will split the cost of the rental vans.  Transportation to/from San Bernardino and Victorville airports\, hotels\, and meals will not be included. The van rental fee is non-refundable within two weeks of the event. \nPlease stay tuned for the cost and how to pay for the vans. \nRegistration \nAs of now\, this event is fully booked. Please contact the trip coordinator below to inquire.  \nQuestions \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the event coordinator\, Travis\, via email at travis@sancarlosflight.com
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/march-air-force-base-and-socal-airshow-2/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:FOG Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T120000
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SUMMARY:Radio Communications 1: Radio Basics
DESCRIPTION:Flying through SF Bay Area airspace requires a high degree of situational awareness and sophisticated radio skills. And yet\, radio communication is rarely taught as a specific subject during private pilot training. Usually\, new pilots just absorb what they hear on the frequency around them\, both good and bad. Although some radio techniques are covered in ground school\, rarely do student pilots get the time devoted to demystifying this often-confusing subject. \nSan Carlos Flight Center invites senior instructors Herb Patten and Dan Dyer to bridge the communication gap\, help newer pilots understand the structure of radio and how to improve their own.  The presentation will begin with a review of radio communication phraseology and use.  What part is structured?  What part is unstructured?  What words are good official phraseology\, and what words are considered jargon\, slang\, or poor grammar? \nIf you are new to radio communication or just want a great review to fill gaps in your pilot education\, please join us for this unique opportunity. \nHerb Patten is a Senior Instructor at the San Carlos Flight Center\, a CFII\, an FAA certificated advanced and instrument ground instructor\, and past SCFC Chief Pilot. He is a instrument-rated commercial pilot that has flown over 2\,500 hours to more than 130 different California airports. He teaches private pilot ground school at San Carlos Flight Center\, and is the current chairman of the Upwind Foundation\, famous for its Upwind Summer Scholarship Program. In 2023\, Herb was named a Distinguished Flight Instructor by AOPA. \nDan Dyer is the founder of the San Carlos Flight Center\, and continues to be involved in the Club as Director of Operations.  Dan was an instructor for 15 years\, accumulated over 4\,000 flight hours\, and is the Bay Area’s local expert in crosswind landing instruction. He is known for finding simple and innovative ways to explain complex topics and regularly speaks on advanced ground school topics. He currently oversees hiring and training of SCFC’s Flight Instructor team. \nSan Carlos Flight Center (SCFC) is the SF Bay Area’s most dynamic flying club\, committed to building general aviation through safety\, community\, and adventure. AOPA has consistently recognized SCFC in their Best Flight School survey\, most recently in 2024 as a Distinguished Flight School for the fourth year in a row. \nSCFC is committed to promoting safety in general aviation through our regular safety seminars and guest speaker programs. Livestream access is free for everyone\, but recorded seminars are available solely to members at a later date. Click here or contact a SCFC member service rep at (650) 946-1700 for more information about online access to our web archive of over 400 recorded safety seminars.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/radio-communications-1-radio-basics-3/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T190000
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Flyers: Santa Rosa
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, April 12\, join Full Moon Flyers as we head up to Santa Rosa (STS)! \nAt about 70 NM and less than an hour flight\, Santa Rosa is an easy destination. Take in views of the San Francisco skyline as you make your way up and back. Once there\, we will have dinner at Tap and Pour. The restaurant is located right at the terminal and serves a menu of salads\, burgers\, and entrees. Being in wine country\, passengers can even enjoy a glass of local wine! \nAfter landing in STS\, taxi over to Sonoma Jet Center for parking. Once the aircraft is secure\, the terminal is a short walk away. Please plan to arrive at Tap and Pour by 7PM. Don’t forget to RSVP! \n 
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/full-moon-flyers-santa-rosa/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:FOG Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T200000
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SUMMARY:Women in Aviation @ SCFC\, April Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The women student pilots\, pilots\, and flight instructors of San Carlos Flight Center are coming together to begin forming a Women in Aviation chapter for San Carlos.  You are invited to meet the group and share your love of aviation at a meeting on Wednesday\, April 16th at 7 PM. The activities for this first meeting will include small group discussion and introductions\, donuts\, and will feature our April guest speaker\, Alyssa Cova\, a commercial pilot and flight instructor who found aviation after completing her education in business and now works as a pilot intern for United. Alyssa will speak about her success and challenges throughout her career.  Join us to meet mentors\, enjoy a sweet treat\, talk airplanes\, and spend quality time with the female aviation community at SCFC. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/women-in-aviation-at-scfc/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T010141
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SUMMARY:FOG Lunch: Paso Robles
DESCRIPTION:Join FOG and head down with us to Paso Robles (PRB) for lunch at Joe’s One-Niner Diner! \nLocated just northeast of San Luis Obispo\, the 135 NM flight makes Paso Robles a great cross country destination. Once there\, Joe’s One-Niner Diner serves a wide variety of breakfast options and a great selection of sandwiches. They are even known for having the best breakfast in town! After lunch\, you can explore the town or taxi to the other side of the field and visit the nearby Estrella Warbird Museum. \nWhen you land in PRB\, taxi over to the terminal where you will find Joe’s One-Niner Diner. Plan to arrive at the restaurant by 12 noon. If you are interested\, please don’t forget to RSVP! We will see you there!
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/fog-lunch-paso-robles-2/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:FOG Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T120000
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SUMMARY:EAA Chapter 20 Young Eagles @ SCFC
DESCRIPTION:SCFC is hosting EAA Chapter 20 for their Young Eagles event\, with volunteer pilots sharing flights for young people. \nLearn more about Young Eagles from the EAA’s website.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/eaa-chapter-20-young-eagles-scfc-2/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T010141
CREATED:20250330T025128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T025128Z
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SUMMARY:Thunderstorms: Formation and Avoidance
DESCRIPTION:Thunderstorms are powerful natural phenomena that can reek havoc to people and structure on the ground\, and certainly present extreme airborn hazards to pilots of all types. Weather safety planning for both local and long-distance flights requires knowledge of how to avoid active thunderstorms and how to be aware of the conditions that could cause new thunderstorms to arise along your route of flight. \nIn this safety seminar\, San Carlos Flight Center invites CFI Amelia Vaith to share her knowledge and experience of thunderstorms\, to explore the formation of thunderstorms\, the hazards they pose to pilots\, and best practices for avoiding them. She will break down real-world scenarios\, including some from her personal experiences\, to highlight the risks of extreme convective weather and how to make informed decisions in-flight.  \nWhether you’re a student pilot or an experienced aviator\, this discussion will provide practical strategies to enhance your weather awareness and keep you safe in thunderstorm-prone areas. We hope you can join us. \nAmelia Vaith is a Flight Instructor at San Carlos Flight Center with experience flying in diverse regions\, including Florida\, which has the highest thunderstorm frequency in the U.S. She trained at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has flown in a variety of challenging weather conditions\, building a strong foundation in weather awareness and decision-making. Amelia is passionate about aviation safety\, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help pilots recognize\, avoid\, and safely navigate thunderstorms with confidence.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/thunderstorms-formation-and-avoidance/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T140000
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SUMMARY:Back to Back ForeFlight - Two Seminars / One Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nSan Carlos Flight Center is putting together a day of ForeFlight training for pilots who are new to using this popular flight tool.  ForeFlight continues to expand functionality and evolve its interface in a way that gives pilots many more options\, but can be overwhelming to new pilots.  We pulled together two of our ForeFlight presentations\, separated by a half-hour lunch break.  We hope you can join us. \nSeminar 1\n10:30 am – 12:00 pm\nI Just Got ForeFlight\, Now What?\nPresenter: Herb Patten\, Sr CFI \nHerb Patten will highlight some of the important first steps to take after downloading ForeFlight\, and how to get started. In this seminar\, he will cover a basic introduction to the application including the most efficient ways to use the software. With so many different customizations\, subscription plans\, and ways to do the same thing\, it can be overwhelming for many. Some of these include how to set up performance profiles\, weight and balance\, how to use geo referenced charts\, and set up your electronic logbook. After this seminar you will feel confident in your basic abilities to navigate the application and have the resources to continue to learn from. \nHerb Patten is a Senior Instructor at the San Carlos Flight Center\, a CFII\, an FAA certificated advanced and instrument ground instructor\, and past SCFC Chief Pilot. He is a instrument-rated commercial pilot that has flown over 5\,500 hours to more than 130 different California airports. He teaches the private and instrument ground school at San Carlos Flight Center\, and is the current chairman of the Upwind Foundation\, famous for its Upwind Summer Scholarship Program. In 2025\, Herb was named a Distinguished Flight Instructor by AOPA. \nSeminar 2\n12:30 am – 2:00 pm\nCross-Country Flight Planning with ForeFlight\nPresenter: JR Refuerzo\, CFI \nWhile in flight\, ForeFlight has many useful features.  But it’s also great on the ground before the flight\, when you are preparing to go on a long cross-country trip and still making choices about how to do it safely and effectively.  Join CFI JR Refuerzo to learn more about using this software to effectively plan a VFR cross country flight and become familiar with all available information regarding your trip.  Learn about tools for route planning\, researching airports along the way\, and accessing preflight weather briefings. \nJR grew up in South San Francisco and graduated from UCLA in 2019\, beginning his flight training soon after. He earned his Private\, Instrument\, and Commercial Pilot ratings through the Flight Center and is excited to be teaching today as an instructor with the club. JR is passionate about producing safe\, smart\, and effective pilots and contributing to the community that helped get him achieve his aviation goals. \nPlease note: \n\nYou may choose to attend one seminar\, or both.\nThere will be a 30-minute lunch break at noon.  Sandwiches will be provided for members and guests who have registered for the event.\nPlease bring your tablet or phone with ForeFlight so that you can follow along during the presentations.\nDue to time constraints we are unable to provide technical support to individual audience members.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/back-to-back-foreflight-two-seminars-one-day/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T200000
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SUMMARY:Destination: Catalina
DESCRIPTION:Catalina Island\, off the coast of Southern California\, offers stunning Pacific island vistas\, miles of hiking trails\, and a tiny runway perched precariously on the top of a dynamited mountaintop.  With the beautiful surroundings and scenery\, pilots can easily get distracted from what’s below. \nTo better understand the flight challenges associated with this airport\, San Carlos Flight Center asked Senior Instructor Herb Patten to discuss what pilots need to know when flying into Catalina. In this seminar\, he will cover what unique flight planning considerations are needed when venturing to Catalina\, including local arrival and departure procedures\, open water flying considerations\, route selection for IFR and VFR pilots\, and transiting the LA Special Flight Rules area.  He will review weight and balance\, fuel planning\, and discuss the  facilities\, services\, and associated fees at the Airport in the Sky (KAVX) atop the island.  There are lots of things to do once you are there\, and he will share some of those highlights. \nCatalina can serve as a perfect day trip for most pilots\, but for those willing to do the advance planning and safety management. Join us for this unique opportunity to understand Catalina Airport operations\, and how you can fly there safely. \nThis is a great seminar for FlyOutGroup pilots planning to do the Catalina FlyOut coming up May 30-31. \nHerb Patten is a Senior Instructor at the San Carlos Flight Center\, a CFII\, an FAA certificated advanced and instrument ground instructor\, and past SCFC Chief Pilot. He is a instrument-rated commercial pilot that has flown over 2\,500 hours to more than 130 different California airports.  He teaches private pilot ground school at San Carlos Flight Center\, and is the current chairman of the Upwind Foundation\, famous for its Upwind Summer Scholarship Program. In 2023\, Herb was named a Distinguished Flight Instructor by AOPA. \nSan Carlos Flight Center (SCFC) is the SF Bay Area’s most dynamic flying club\, committed to building general aviation through safety\, community\, and adventure. AOPA has consistently recognized SCFC in their Best Flight School survey\, most recently in 2024 as a Distinguished Flight School for the fourth year in a row. \nSCFC is committed to promoting safety in general aviation through our regular safety seminars and guest speaker programs. Our seminars are free to watch when attended in person at our facility in San Carlos but live streaming and viewing recorded seminars are exclusively available to members. Click here or contact an SCFC member service rep at (650) 946-1700 for more information about online access to our web library of over 500 recorded safety seminars and live-streamed content.
URL:https://sancarlosflight.com/event/destination-catalina/
LOCATION:San Carlos Flight Center\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:SCFC Events
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