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Jun
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2024
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The year was 1972. At 12 years old, I spent most of my time playing baseball, fishing, and riding my dirt bike. I was living the dream, and I didn’t even know it. That was also the year the great movie Jeremiah Johnson was released. Robert Redford played the lead. If you haven’t watched it: stop right now and put it on your “to do” list.
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Maintenance Minute
Mark Tyler
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Maintenance Minute
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Jun
26
2024
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In 1997, I was a relatively new FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) in the South Florida FAA District Office. On a beautiful Saturday in December, I was asked to complete an FAA private pilot added-rating exam for an applicant at a helicopter flight school at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE). As I had done many exams for this school, there was nothing unique about this day. At least, that was my thoughts prior to my arrival.
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My Two Cents Worth
Randy Rowles
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My Two Cents Worth
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May
27
2024
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When a fatal aviation accident occurs, the tragedy takes a terrible toll on more lives than one can imagine. Not only are the lives of the victims lost, but the collateral damage heaped on hundreds of family members, friends, coworkers, and industry stakeholders is similarly devastating. Meanwhile, the in-depth and arduous efforts of the NTSB, FAA, involved parties, and other global aviation accident investigators have just begun. Their work comprises thousands of hours of investigating, interviewing, researching, and documenting the fruits of their efforts in a preliminary and final report. A report focused on telling us what happened, why, and how we can prevent it from happening again. The prevention component may include targeted recommendations emphasizing more urgent or critical actions that should take place to avoid a repeat event or address other deficiencies discovered during the investigation.
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Safety First
VAST
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Safety First
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May
27
2024
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Last month the aviation industry lost a great man, and I lost one of my closest, most cherished friends. This guy was a everything… a friend, mentor, and brother. I say “lost” but he is not lost because I know where he is.
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Maintenance Minute
Mark Tyler
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Maintenance Minute
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May
27
2024
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Transitioning out of the military to the civilian job market poses significant challenges for many military members, ranging from cultural adjustments such as identifying transferable skills, grappling with loss of identity and purpose, and addressing credentialing gaps. These obstacles can complicate the transition process and require careful planning, support, and resources to overcome effectively.
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Mil2Civ
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Apr
29
2024
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As the quality and cost of flight simulation decreases, the regulatory limitations on its use within the flight training industry remain stagnant. Looking much like it did decades ago, the credits offered on the use of simulation provide very little in the way of aeronautical decision-making (ADM) and focus on simulation versus flight-hour credits on limited aircraft-based maneuvers. Does this maneuver, credit-based simulation model truly capture the capabilities of the flight training simulation available today?
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My Two Cents Worth
Randy Rowles
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My Two Cents Worth
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Apr
29
2024
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Recently, I was asked to be a guest speaker at DaVinciSKY annual leadership meeting. If you don’t
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Maintenance Minute
Mark Tyler
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Maintenance Minute
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Apr
29
2024
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With that catchy title, I'll bet you thought this article would be about something like navigation.
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Matt Johnson
Rotorcraft Checkride
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Rotorcraft Checkride
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Mar
25
2024
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Each year, autonomy becomes more of a reality. And each year, the implications for the vertical lift industry get even more complex.
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AUVSI
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Unmanned
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Mar
25
2024
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The true value of networking and forging meaningful connections is immeasurable. In the beginning of my career I believed I had a clear vision of my professional path, but as I progressed, numerous unforeseen opportunities presented themselves. I attribute a significant portion of my success to the individuals who offered guidance and illuminated new avenues for me. As an introvert, the prospect of reaching out, building networks, and seeking advice was initially overwhelming. Even now it presents its challenges, but I have come to realize that networking is more than a skill, but a crucial catalyst for growth and success unlocking doors to possibilities I never knew existed.
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Mil2Civ