FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available for Those Who Still Require Safe Housing
FEMA Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available for Those Who Still Require Safe Housing TALLAHASSEE, Fla.– Floridians affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby who have received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while they work towards their permanent housing goals should stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Rental Assistance may be available for those who qualify. Rental Assistance is available as an initial temporary one to two months grant for homeowners and renters to pay for somewhere to live while they repair or rebuild their home. After the first one to two months, survivors can apply
NAAA Fly Safe Campaign for Wire Strike Avoidance
National Agricultural Aviation Association April 1, 2024 Fly Safe Campaign Maintain Accident Awareness Don't become a statistic! Make avoiding wire strike accidents a top priority in your 2024 Season! As activity increases throughout the country, now is a good time to focus on safety. A top concern must be avoiding wire strike accidents. Wire strikes caused 28% of the ag aviation accidents in 2023, and eight pilots lost their lives last year after hitting a wire. Throughout your 2024 season, no matter how busy you get, you cannot allow anything to take your focus off wires and other obstacles in
Agricultural Aircraft Operations – Stay Safe and Aware
Recently, there has been an increase in accidents involving agricultural aircraft operations. We suggest the following actions to help improve safety in Aerial Application Operations: Focus on pre-flight decisions and assess hazards during takeoff, landing and during application e.g., terrain, trees, wire, and tower hazards. Conduct field reconnaissance prior to each application. Consider terrain, obstructions, and adjacent congested areas. Note application product, type, and quantity and compute weight and balance for each load. Assess current and forecast weather including wind and density altitude. Use the IMSAFE Checklist and consider any human factors that could compromise safety e.g., dehydration, fatigue, complacency
Fly Safe: In-flight Weather Resources
In-flight Weather Resources The 21st Century has brought an unprecedented wealth of information to general aviation cockpits. Near real-time graphical and textual weather products contribute greatly to pilot situational awareness and decision-making. However, pilots must understand the capabilities and limitations of the equipment and the information it provides. Explore how general aviation pilots can use available weather information sources to make well-informed weather decisions below. Read More on Wx Resources #FlySafe Printable Fact Sheet Archive #FlySafe Topic Archive on Blog Bonus Resource: Runway Safety at Your Airport Make the FAA’s From the Flight Deck videos, pilot handbooks and arrival alert
FEMA Approves Assistance for the Line Fire in California and Three Other Active Wildfires in Western States, Urges People to Stay Safe and Listen to Local Officials
FEMA Approves Assistance for the Line Fire in California and Three Other Active Wildfires in Western States, Urges People to Stay Safe and Listen to Local Officials WASHINGTON – The Line Fire in Southern California has spread to more than 20,000 acres, forced the evacuation of thousands of homes in San Bernardino County and is threatening more than 36,000 structures. FEMA is urging residents and visitors to listen to instructions from local officials and to evacuate immediately if told to do so. The FEMA approved funds will help states mitigate, manage and control active wildfires in California, including the Line