Alaska Transitions to ICAO Flight Plan Format
Alaska Transitions to ICAO Flight Plan Format The FAA transitioned to mandatory use of the international flight plan format for all IFR and VFR domestic and international civil flights in the contiguous United States in August 2019. Effective March 26, 2020, all domestic and international civil flights in Alaska must use the international flight plan format as well. The change is part of an effort to modernize and streamline flight planning and supports the FAA’s NextGen initiatives. Benefits of the international form make it easier and more intuitive for pilots to use and will increase safety. An increase in
Dave Strassburg selected as the 2021 Certificated Flight Instructor of the Year for the Eastern US!
It is my pleasure to announce that the General Aviation Awards Committee has selected Dave Strassburg as the Eastern Regional Flight Instructor of the Year for 2021. This is the second year in a row that Dave has been selected as a regional award winner. Last year he was selected by the committee for the category of Safety Representative of the Year for the Eastern US. The award committee is made up of recognized aviation professionals that have made contributions to the general aviation community. You can find out more about the judges here (you might recognize some of these folks!). http://www.generalaviationawards.com/judges/
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Fort Moore, GA
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT MOORE GEORGIA (FTMRGA) 23-74 06 – 10 December Fort Moore, GA Centered at 322254N0844839W or the LGC152045 The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2023/Dec/FTMRGA_23-74_GPS_Flight_Advisory_.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of any GPS tests.
Auburn High Intensity Flight Training
Please be advised a caution note has been added to the Atlanta Sectional Aeronautical Chart due to intensive flight training below 10,000’ within 35nm of Auburn University Regional Airport (AOU). Consult NOTAMS for latest information. Consult/Subscribe to FAA Safety Alerts and Charting Notices at: http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/safety_alerts/ Contact: Keith Williams, Auburn School of Aviation - (334) 844-5908
Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations AC90-66C
The FAA has noticed operations at several Alaska Airports that may be contrary to published procedures for operating in and out of non-towered airport, which may lead to airport traffic issues. AC 90-66C Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations, may help you or refresh your knowledge, for these type of operations. PURPOSE OF THIS ADVISORY CIRCULAR (AC). This AC calls attention to regulatory requirements, recommended operations, and communications procedures for operating at an airport without a control tower or an airport with a control tower that operates only part time. It recommends traffic patterns, communications phraseology, and operational procedures for use by aircraft, lighter-than-air aircraft
FLIGHT ADVISORY – Fort Campbell, KY
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT CAMPBELL KENTUCKY (FTCPKY) 24-61 03 – 06 December Fort Campbell, KY The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2024/Nov/FTCPKY_24-61_GPS_Flight_Advisory.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of this event.
FLIGHT ADVISORY – ELECTRONIC PROVING GROUND, ARIZONA
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING ELECTRONIC PROVING GROUND, ARIZONA (EPG_AZ) 24-36 03 – 06 December Electronic Proving Ground, AZ The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2024/Nov/EPG_AZ_24-36_GPS_Flight_Advisory_.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of this event.
Flight Advisory – Dugway Proving Ground, UT
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING DUGWAY PROVING GROUND (DPG) 24-09 02 – 05 December 2024 Dugway Proving Ground, UT The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2024/Nov/DPG_24-09_GPS_Flight_Advisory.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of this event.
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing White Sands Missile Range, NM
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE NEW MEXICO (WSMRNM) 23-33 11 – 15 December White Sands Missile Range, NM Centered at 332952N1063639W or the TCS056036 The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2023/Dec/WSMRNM_23-33_GPS_Flight_Advisory_.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of any GPS tests.
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Electronic Proving Ground, AZ
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING ELECTRONIC PROVING GROUND_ARIZONA (EPG_AZ) 23-22 11 – 15 December Electronic Proving Ground, AZ Centered at 313554N1101640W or the OLS057031 The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2023/Dec/EPG_AZ_23-22_GPS_Flight_Advisory.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of any GPS tests.