FROM THE ARCHIVES | The Terrible Truth About Wire Strikes (1995) Air Safety Institute 2026-09-22 | FROM THE ARCHIVES | The Terrible Truth About Wire Strikes (1995)
Accident Case Study: High Aspirations Air Safety Institute 2023-08-24 | On a hot summer afternoon, July 25, 2020, the pilot of N7677C—a normally aspirated Piper PA 32 Cherokee Lance - gets ready to depart South Valley Regional Airport, a small nontowered airport just southwest of Salt Lake City, Utah. The pilot has planned a cross-country flight to Page, Arizona, and then a sightseeing flight over the Grand Canyon - a treat to cap his family’s Utah vacation.Join the AOPA Air Safety Institute as we examine the circumstances that led to the tragic outcome of the flight just minutes after takeoff. We look at factors that would affect the flight, including high-density altitude conditions.ASI’s Accident Case Studies seek to share critical lessons to make us all safer pilots.Apply credit to your ASI transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/ACSHighAspirationCertThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Beyond Proficient: IFR Series | Warm Weather IFR Planning with ForeFlight Air Safety Institute 2023-07-27 | Part Four, Warm Weather IFR Planning With ForeFlight, offers tips for thorough IFR weather planning and to help identify conditions that could interrupt our flight by looking at various tools readily available during the planning process.Watch other videos in the series from the Beyond Proficient Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmZXwtLoBH8yE5s4QBqaCtpWaqEVwnDbv Check out FlightInsight (Dan’s) channel: youtube.com/@flightinsight9111The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Cessna 310 Crash July 18, 2023 Santa Fe, NM Air Safety Institute 2023-07-19 | The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Cessna Citation 550 Crash July 8, 2023 Murrieta/Temecula, CA Air Safety Institute 2023-07-11 | The AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident that occurred on July 8, 2023, about a Cessna Citation jet that crashed short of the runway into French Valley Airport in Murrieta/Temecula, California. The accident tragically took the lives of all six occupants.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Pilot Short Story | Into the Dark Air Safety Institute 2023-06-22 | An instrument-rated pilot and his family depart Martha’s Vineyard Airport over the vast Atlantic and into the dark of a sun-settled sky. Confused by his sudden lack of visual reference, the airman faces a critical decision. NOTE: The animation may not depict the exact events of the flight. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Citation Pilot Unresponsive During Intercept over Nation’s Capital Air Safety Institute 2023-06-07 | The AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident that occurred on June 4, 2023, about a Cessna Citation Jet that crashed into mountainous terrain in southwest Virginia after flying over the nation’s capital, prompting an intercept by F-16 fighter jets. The accident tragically took the lives of all four occupants.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Peak Performance: Flying the Fire Boss Air Safety Institute 2023-06-02 | Join AOPA’s Air Safety Institute Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden in this first installment as he visits Dauntless Air at their annual training exercise in Cleburne, Texas, to explore their firefighting mission in the amazing Air Tractor Fire Boss aircraft. Ride along to see what it takes to safely scoop 800 gallons of water out of a lake in 15 seconds and then release the roughly 6,600-pound load to douse simulated fires.Peak Performance videos explore high-risk, high-performing flight operations where pilots and crews push themselves and their aircraft to the edge of performance, doing so safely.Apply credit to your ASI transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/PPFireBossCreditThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Piper PA-25 Banner Tow Crash May 17, 2023 Hollywood, FL Air Safety Institute 2023-05-20 | The AOPA Air Safety Institute (ASI) makes a preliminary assessment of the accident that occurred on May 17th, 2023, involving a Piper PA-25 Pawnee banner tow aircraft. The aircraft impacted North Park Road in Hollywood, Florida. Tragically, the single occupant was killed. Sources:LiveATC.net liveatc.netFlightAware flightaware.comZachary Lewis youtube.com/@zacharylewis5268WKMG News 6 ClickOrlando youtube.com/@News6WKMGThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Piper Lance Black Hole Departure April 5, 2023 Venice, FL Air Safety Institute 2023-05-03 | The AOPA Air Safety Institute (ASI) makes a preliminary assessment of the accident that occurred on April 5, 2023, about a Piper PA-32R-300 Cherokee Lance descended into the Gulf of Mexico at night during the initial climb after takeoff from Runway 23 at Venice Municipal Airport in Venice, Florida, tragically ending the lives of all four occupants. Select graphics sourced from Boldmethod boldmethod.com The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Pilot Short Story | Stuck on a Feeling Air Safety Institute 2023-04-13 | In this, the newest Pilot Short Story produced by the AOPA Air Safety Institute, a pilot must make a split-second decision: either abort his takeoff or continue the flight up into uncertainty. Noting that his airplane doesn't usually shake excessively during the takeoff roll, the pilot cuts the power and safely taxis off the runway. After discovering that the number four exhaust valve was stuck, he concludes the lesson learned from this experience is to trust that pestering feeling when something doesn't feel right.NOTE: 1.The AOPA Sweepstakes Cessna 170B has since received a new Continental Prime IO-370 195-hp engine.2. When flying at a non-towered airport, all runways are considered active. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/flywithaopa#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Beyond Proficient: IFR Series | Flight Plan Filing: Tools and Tips Air Safety Institute 2023-04-06 | Part Three, IFR Flight Plan Filing: Tools and Tips, offers practical advice on anticipating a filed IFR route clearance. This makes things easier when copying and reading back a final clearance.Check out FlightInsight (Dan’s) channel: youtube.com/@flightinsight9111The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Accident Case Study: Risk Stacking Air Safety Institute 2023-03-23 | It’s a cold spring morning on April 13, 2022, when a cargo pilot in a Cessna 208 Caravan departs Salt Lake City International Airport in Utah. Her IFR flight plan takes her 133 nautical miles to the northwest, where she plans to fly the RNAV Runway 20 approach into Burley, Idaho.Join the AOPA Air Safety Institute as we examine the circumstances that led to a tragic outcome during the GPS approach at Burley Municipal Airport. We look at several risk factors - including weather conditions and a factory's steam stacks located below the flight path, close to the runway threshold - that turned out lethal during the final descent.ASI’s Accident Case Studies seek to share critical lessons to make us all safer pilots.Apply credit to your ASI transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/ACSRiskStackingCertNOTE: The video states that a new NOTAM has been issued for the Burley airport. Technically, it is a “Letter to Airmen” that was issued through the FAA’s NOTAM system. This LTA may not be found through all means of accessing NOTAMs, such as ForeFlight. We apologize for the discrepancy.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Beyond Proficient | Unpredictable Upset Air Safety Institute 2023-03-17 | Step into the cockpit of an Extra 300 for a demonstration of how to recover from an unpredictable upset such as, for example, caused by flying into wake turbulence.ASI’s Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden and Video Producer Tyler Pangborn take the Extra for a flight that allows Tyler to experience how he reacts to the upset caused by wake turbulence, even though he knew to expect it. You’ll learn what to do and what not to do to recover from such an upset in-flight that can quickly catch a pilot by surprise.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association(AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Midair Collision March 7, 2023 Winter Haven, FL Air Safety Institute 2023-03-11 | On March 7, 2023, a Piper Warrior and a Piper J-3 Cub on floats collided over Lake Hartridge, just east of Winter Haven Regional Airport in Winter Haven, Florida. Sadly, all four people on board the airplanes perished in the accident. The AOPA Air Safety Institute gives an early look into the factors surrounding the crash and addresses notable portions of the flight and highlights areas the NTSB will likely probe.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Beyond Proficient: IFR Series | Elements and Variations of Approach Clearances Air Safety Institute 2023-03-10 | Instrument flying expands our world and adds depth to our primary piloting skills. Part Two, Elements and Variations of IFR Approach Clearances, emphasizes honing one's aptitude concerning IFR approach clearances.PART ONE: youtu.be/sfdoRFCYXyYCheck out FlightInsight (Dan’s) channel: youtube.com/@flightinsight9111The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: PC-12 In-flight Breakup Over Stagecoach, Nevada Air Safety Institute 2023-02-28 | On February 25, a Pilatus PC-12 crashed about 14 minutes after departure. Sadly all five people on board the airplane perished in the accident. The AOPA Air Safety Institute gives an early look into the factors surrounding the crash and addresses notable portions of the flight and highlights areas the NTSB will likely probe.0:00 Intro0:28 Likely Causes0:35 The Conditions1:54 Likely Causes2:01 Aggressive Stall3:02 Icing4:10 Incorrect Unusual Attitude Recovery4:46 Turbulence5:13 Spatial Disorientation5:49 Takeaways7:35 Minimum Climb Speed in Icing9:07 OutroThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Beyond Proficient: IFR Series | Stabilized IFR Approach Air Safety Institute 2023-02-09 | Become a better, safer pilot with the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s Beyond Proficient: IFR video series. Whether you’re instrument-rated or recently enrolled in instrument training, you’ll learn tips and tricks to master complex instrument flying aspects. This video reviews the importance of flying a stabilized instrument approach. You’ll get insights into how to recapture situational awareness and identify and deal with task saturation during an IFR approach.PART TWO: youtu.be/w3E1hUvedeQCheck out FlightInsight (Dan’s) channel: youtube.com/@flightinsight9111Click here for the PDF version of the sample SOP profile: bit.ly/BP-IFRStabilizedApproachThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Pilot Short Story | Ident the Detent Air Safety Institute 2023-01-27 | It was the summer of 2018, and Cayla Hunt was a 130-hour private pilot. She was sitting in the front seat of a Beechcraft T–34 Mentor on the way to Oshkosh, Wisconsin, for the annual pilgrimage to EAA AirVenture. Cayla turned her attention toward the fuel selector. She moved the switch from the right to left tank, lining up the handle with the placard.The engine went from purring to a few gurgles and then a deafening silence.Read Cayla's full story: shorturl.at/fghTWIllustration by Sarah HansonThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Webinar | Mental Health Insights and Guidelines for GA Pilots Air Safety Institute 2023-01-03 | Join Richard McSpadden, ASI Senior Vice President, and Dr. Penny Giovanetti, Director of the FAA’s Medical Specialties Division in the Office of Aerospace Medicine, for a discussion on mental health treatment in general aviation. This candid conversation will focus on what pilots can do to ensure they get appropriate treatment for mental health concerns while on active flying status. It will also address how pilots can work with their physicians, AMEs and mental health providers to fully take advantage of FAA options and guidelines.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/MentalHealthWebCert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Webinar | Flying the Backcountry, Risks and Rewards EP:3 Air Safety Institute 2022-12-23 | When you say, “backcountry flying,” most pilots think about those challenging airstrips out west in the mountains or high desert, but there are a lot of backcountry airstrips east of the Mississippi. Join ASI Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden and AOPA Pilot Magazine Contributing Editor Ian Twombly, along with Alan White, Doug Turnbull and Chris Sullivan, state liaisons from the Recreational Aviation Foundation as they talk about the unique backcountry flying opportunities in their states.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/BCRewards3cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Webinar | Flight Deck Tech Strategies EP:3 What Went Wrong Air Safety Institute 2022-12-23 | Understanding the equipment you're flying behind is essential when you rely on it for safety. In this episode, ASI Manager of Aviation Safety Programs John Collins examines three accidents where unfamiliarity with onboard technology may have played a role, and what you can do to be better prepared with your flight deck tech to enjoy a safe flight.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/FDTech3cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Webinar | NTSB Insider EP:3 Preventing Weather-Related Accidents Air Safety Institute 2022-12-23 | As we transition from summer into fall, Air Safety Institute’s John Collins and the NTSB's current Acting Deputy Director for Regional Operations Kristi Dunks, will discuss the accident investigation process and the critical importance of understanding weather conditions along the route of flight.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/NTSBInsider3cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Webinar | Flying the Backcountry, Risks and Rewards EP:2 Group Flying Dynamics Air Safety Institute 2022-12-23 | Flying alone in the backcountry is not a recommended practice for numerous reasons, but flying with a group shouldn’t be an exercise in military formation flying either. Stay safe while enjoying the spectacular scenery and amazing airstrips by learning how to plan and prepare for a group backcountry flight. Richard McSpadden, Sr. VP ASI and a panel of seasoned backcountry pilots will distill best practices, tips and tricks from prior group flights to make your next group backcountry adventure the best one yet.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/BCRewards2cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.
Webinar | Weather Flying, Safety For All Seasons EP:2 VFR into IMC Avoidance Air Safety Institute 2022-12-23 | The AOPA Air Safety Institute aims at drastically reducing the number of inadvertent visual flight accidents into instrument meteorological conditions, known as VFR Into IMC accidents. While very small in number annually, they are the deadliest weather-related accident cause. Join John Collins, ASI Manager of Aviation Safety as he shares a recent accident and lessons learned from it. He’ll also look at ways to avoid getting into an inadvertent entry into IMC and what options you have to get out of it alive.Get ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/WXFlying2cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.
Early Analysis: Mysterious Crash Near the North Pole Air Safety Institute 2022-12-19 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of a recent mysterious aircraft accident near the North Pole.The AOPA Air Safety Institute wishes you and your family a happy holiday season!The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: UPDATE - Wings Over Dallas Midair Collision - NTSB Preliminary Report Released Air Safety Institute 2022-12-15 | The NTSB has released the Preliminary Report for the midair collision between a P-63 Kingcobra and a B-17 at the Wings Over Dallas WWII airshow in Texas on November 12, 2022.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Mooney M20J Power Line Strike November 27, 2022 Gaithersburg, MD Air Safety Institute 2022-11-30 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on November 27, 2022, when a Mooney M20J struck power lines during final approach to land at Montgomery County Airpark in Gaithersburg, MD.In this Early Analysis video, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Wings Over Dallas Midair Collision WWII Airshow November 12, 2022 Air Safety Institute 2022-11-15 | To see the NTSB report status of this accident, click here - http://airsafetyinstitute.org/EarlyAnalysis/DallasAirshowMidairASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on November 12, 2022, when a P-63 Kingcobra and a B-17 collided in midair during the Wings Over Dallas WWII airshow in Texas.In this Early Analysis video, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Pilot Short Story | The French Disconnection Air Safety Institute 2022-10-28 | After demonstrating his skills in the air, Mike Filucci prepares to land only to discover that his French-built Socata TB 30 Epsilon airplane has a gear failure. Watch this newest episode of the Pilot Short Story video series to learn how the pilot responded to a partial gear failure and made a safe landing.Click the links below to learn what the Air Safety Institute recommends in the event of a gear failure:Avoiding Gear-up Landings and Gear Collapses - http://www.airsafetyinstitute.org/insurance/avoiding-gearup-landingsSafety Center: Takeoffs and Landings - http://www.airsafetyinstitute.org/safetycenter/takeoffsandlandingsInterview and aerial footage courtesy of AOPA PilotImages courtesy of Mike Filucci Special thanks to Tyler Pangborn and Claire UrbanThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#airplanecrash #airplane #landing
Early Analysis: King Air Crash October 18, 2022 Air Safety Institute 2022-10-19 | On October 18, 2022, a Beechcraft King Air E-90 crashed into a car dealership parking lot while on short final for the RNAV RWY 21 approach into Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (KPKB) in Parkersburg, West Virginia. No one on the ground was injured. Sadly, both pilots onboard the airplane died in the crash.The King Air had been on a 30-minute IFR flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (KCMH) in Columbus, Ohio, to Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport. Just minutes before the accident, the flight had been cleared to land on Runway 21 at Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport.In Early Analysis: N515GK, the AOPA Air Safety Institute (ASI) makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#accidentinvestigation #earlyanalysis #aopa
Early Analysis: Flight Training Accident October 6, 2022 Newport News Williamsburg, VA Air Safety Institute 2022-10-11 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on October 6, 2022, when a Cessna 172 crashed during an instructional flight at the Newport News / Williamsburg International Airport in Virginia.In this Early Analysis video, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Jet Crash at Reno Air Races September 18, 2022 Air Safety Institute 2022-09-22 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on September 18, 2022, when an Aero Vodochody L-29 Super Delfin crashed at the Stihl National Championship Air Races in Reno, Nevada.In this Early Analysis video, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Early Analysis: Aircraft accident September 8, 2022 Santa Monica, CA Air Safety Institute 2022-09-18 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on September 8, 2022, when a PiperSport crashed at the Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) in Santa Monica, California.In this Early Analysis video, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilots#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
Pilot Short Story | Heavy Cost Air Safety Institute 2022-09-16 | Cody Goodan tells the story of an accident he experienced shortly after earning his private pilot certificate as a senior in high school. During a series of touch-and-goes in a Cessna 172 carrying three friends, the combination of weight and pilot error resulted in disaster.Listen to Cody's full story on the "There I Was..." podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cody-goodan/id1240482999?i=1000576143663Watch the previous Pilot Short Story episode:youtu.be/chjS9fZG3PoCheck out the Air Safety Institute:aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-instituteFollow AOPA on Twitter:twitter.com/AOPAFollow AOPA on Instagram:instagram.com/flywithaopaFollow AOPA on Facebook:facebook.com/AOPApilotsCredits:ProducerAdam RareySpecial ThanksCody GoodanClaire UrbanTyler PangbornImages courtesy of Kathryn's Report and Cody GoodanThe Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.#pilotshortstories #aircraftaccident #crashinvestigation
Companion Copilot | Emergency | Episode Five Air Safety Institute 2022-08-26 | LINK TO ALL EPISODES: aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilotThe fifth and final episode of the Companion Copilot series explains what to do in case of an emergency, such as an engine or other system failure. Emergency discusses how to fly the plane and help your pilot using the emergency checklist. The Companion Copilot video series provides frequent companion passengers—who are not pilots—an opportunity to learn more about how they can help their pilot and enjoy being an active participant in the flight.Additional Resources:Pilots and companion copilots can review ASI’s Critical Information: The Passenger Safety Briefing video. It covers often-overlooked items that should be part of every preflight passenger briefing.youtu.be/C86am84XMVMDownload and print out the Passenger Safety Briefing Card to indicate emergency equipment locations and operation. Keep the briefing card in a handy location in the cockpit.aopa.org/-/media/Files/AOPA/Home/Online%20Education/passenger_safety_briefing_card.pdfWant to learn more about manipulating the flight controls? Review the Companion Copilot Syllabus, which is designed to help non-pilot flying companions learn more about flying an airplane.aopa.org/-/media/Files/AOPA/Home/Pilot-Resources/ASI/Safety-Syllabi/CompanionCopilotSyllabus.pdfWant to learn more about flying? aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-flySponsored by PilotWorkshops: www.pilotworkshops.com Chapters:0:00 Intro0:25 Welcome to the Companion Copilot Emergency video0:42 What is an Emergency?1:31 The Checklist1:46 Engine Failure2:26 Landing Gear Malfunction3:04 Ill Passenger3:26 Ill Pilot4:41 Conclusion5:48 Outro#cessna #companioncopilot #preflight #generalaviation #safety #discoveryflight #aviation #AOPA #passenger #airplanes #CFI #womeninaviation #airsafetyinstitute #emergency
Companion Copilot | Communicate | Episode Four Air Safety Institute 2022-08-26 | LINK TO ALL EPISODES: aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilotIn episode four, learn about communication radios, how to tune and activate frequencies, and transponder use. Also, get tips on how to speak on the radio at towered and nontowered airports and how to work with ATC.The Companion Copilot video series provides frequent companion passengers—who are not pilots—an opportunity to learn more about how they can help their pilot and enjoy being an active participant in the flight.Want to learn more about flying? aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-flySponsored by PilotWorkshops: www.pilotworkshops.com Chapters:0:00 Intro 0:26 Welcome to the Companion Copilot Communicate video0:50 The Radios1:31 In the Cockpit2:08 Talking on the Radio3:47 See & Avoid4:49 Outro#cessna #companioncopilot #preflight #generalaviation #safety #discoveryflight #aviation #AOPA #passenger #airplanes #CFI #womeninaviation #airsafetyinstitute #communicate
Companion Copilot | Navigate | Episode Three Air Safety Institute 2022-08-26 | LINK TO ALL EPISODES: aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilotEpisode three reviews aeronautical charts used for flight route planning and navigation, including a discussion of GPS functions, how to locate airports, and using ATC to obtain taxi instructions.The Companion Copilot video series provides frequent companion passengers—who are not pilots—an opportunity to learn more about how they can help their pilot and enjoy being an active participant in the flight.Want to learn more about flying? aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-flySponsored by PilotWorkshops: www.pilotworkshops.com Chapters:0:00 Intro0:26 Welcome to the Companion Copilot Navigate video0:43 Charts1:42 In the Cockpit2:21 Using GPS3:28 Navigating the Airport4:04 Outro#cessna #companioncopilot #preflight #generalaviation #safety #discoveryflight #aviation #AOPA #passenger #airplanes #CFI #womeninaviation #airsafetyinstitute #navigate
Companion Copilot | Aviate | Episode Two Air Safety Institute 2022-08-26 | LINK TO ALL EPISODES: aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilotEpisode two explains basic aerodynamic concepts, how the flight controls work, and that the airplane can glide to a safe landing if an engine were to quit. Get a broad overview of glass and conventional avionics, including how to use and monitor those systems.The Companion Copilot video series provides frequent companion passengers—who are not pilots—an opportunity to learn more about how they can help their pilot and enjoy being an active participant in the flight.Want to learn more about flying? aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-flySponsored by PilotWorkshops: www.pilotworkshops.com Chapters:0:00 Intro0:25 Welcome to the Companion Copilot Aviate video0:44 Aerodynamics1:29 Flight Controls3:04 Engine Controls4:02 The Instruments4:34 The Checklists5:16 Outro#cessna #companioncopilot #preflight #generalaviation #safety #discoveryflight #aviation #AOPA #passenger #airplanes #CFI #womeninaviation #airsafetyinstitute #aviate
Companion Copilot | Preflight | Episode One Air Safety Institute 2022-08-26 | LINK TO ALL EPISODES: aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilotIn episode one, AOPA Foundation donor Libby Maus introduces viewers to this video series aimed at providing frequent companion passengers a positive flight experience as participating passengers. Learn about flight planning, route and weather considerations, go/no-go decisions, and the role you as a non-pilot can play in making a safe and enjoyable flight.Want to learn more about flying? aopa.org/training-and-safety/learn-to-flySponsored by PilotWorkshops: www.pilotworkshops.com Chapters:0:00 Libby Maus, Companion Copilot1:29 Intro1:44 Welcome to the Companion Copilot Preflight video2:02 The Plan3:05 Flight Prep4:55 Before Taxi6:24 Before Takeoff7:20 Outro#cessna #companioncopilot #preflight #generalaviation #safety #discoveryflight #aviation #AOPA #passenger #airplanes #CFI #womeninaviation #airsafetyinstitute
Early Analysis: Midair Collision August 18, 2022 Watsonville, CA Air Safety Institute 2022-08-20 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on August 18th 2022 when two aircraft collided at Watsonville Municipal Airport (KWVI). Three people perished in the incident.In this early analysis, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.
FROM THE ARCHIVES | Evaluating In-Flight Weather (1990) Air Safety Institute 2022-08-12 | Pulled from the AOPA Air Safety Institute archives, this video places the viewer in the cockpit of two general aviation aircraft— one on a VFR flight, the other on an IFR flight. It follows the pilots’ weather decisions during their respective flights. Did you know? The AOPA Air Safety Foundation (now Air Safety Institute) celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2000. Coinciding with the anniversary, was a safety outreach called “Project V” (for Video). Some 35,000 video tapes were sent free to newly minted private pilots and instrument pilots. The video Lost and Crossed was sent to pilots who had recently passed their FAA private pilot checkride and addressed the common fears of getting lost and getting "crossed up" in crosswinds. Weather Decision Making went to freshly rated instrument pilots, who often would feel unsure about their ability to find and use weather information.
Early Analysis: Midair Collision at North Las Vegas Air Safety Institute 2022-07-19 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on July 17th 2022 when two aircraft collided at North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT). Four people perished in the incident.In this early analysis, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.
Accident Case Study: Hazardous Attitudes Air Safety Institute 2022-07-11 | It’s an overcast afternoon on February 3, 2019, when the pilot of a Cessna 414 Chancellor departs Fullerton Municipal Airport in California. He plans to fly VFR to Minden, Nevada, 320 nautical miles to the north.Join the AOPA Air Safety Institute as we follow the flight that four minutes after departure encounters instrument meteorological conditions - weather air traffic control had warned the pilot about. Within another two minutes things turn from bad to ugly, in microburst conditions, turbulence, and rain showers. Learn how hazardous attitudes can betray pilots who don’t heed warnings.Apply credit to your ASI transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/ACSHazardousAttitudeCertTo help make videos like these possible, consider donating to the AOPA Foundation: aopa.org/donation/oneclickdonation?keycode=R2014WASIUTBecome an AOPA member, support aviation safety videos like this one. https://AOPA.org/PowerOfMembershipWatch more videos by the AOPA Air Safety Institute on our channel: youtube.com/AirSafetyInstitute
Beyond Proficient: Extra 300 Series | Part Three, Intro to Aerobatics Air Safety Institute 2022-06-28 | LINK TO PART ONE: youtu.be/9YMd_vRjdG4LINK TO PART TWO: youtu.be/el6rQw-yTYYPart Three, Introduction to Aerobatics, demonstrates how performing aerobatic maneuvers with a qualified instructor can help pilots improve situational awareness and build confidence in flying.The Extra 300 Series introduces upset recovery from turning and accelerated stalls—including base-to-final skidded and slipped turns leading to stall/spin scenarios—nose pitched down stall recovery, and aerobatics such as aileron rolls, loops, Cuban eights, split-S maneuvers, and more.The series is made possible by the generous support of the Hall-Halliburton Foundation. Special thanks to Bruce Williams who donated the Extra 300 to AOPA.
Beyond Proficient: Extra 300 Series | Part Two, The Flight Air Safety Institute 2022-06-28 | LINK TO PART ONE: youtu.be/9YMd_vRjdG4LINK TO PART THREE: youtu.be/Ut4MrsiFq8wPart Two, The Flight, shows why upset recovery training with a qualified instructor can help pilots better understand the dynamics of unusual attitudes and gain knowledge on how to safely recover from them.The Extra 300 Series introduces upset recovery from turning and accelerated stalls—including base-to-final skidded and slipped turns leading to stall/spin scenarios—nose pitched down stall recovery, and aerobatics such as aileron rolls, loops, Cuban eights, split-S maneuvers, and more.The series is made possible by the generous support of the Hall-Halliburton Foundation. Special thanks to Bruce Williams who donated the Extra 300 to AOPA.
Beyond Proficient: Extra 300 Series | Part One, Meet the Extra Air Safety Institute 2022-06-24 | LINK TO PART TWO: youtu.be/el6rQw-yTYYLINK TO PART THREE: youtu.be/Ut4MrsiFq8wPart one, Meet the Extra 300, introduces N105MM with a walk around to look at the powerful airplane and its airframe and engine components.The Extra 300 Series introduces upset recovery from turning and accelerated stalls—including base-to-final skidded and slipped turns leading to stall/spin scenarios—nose pitched down stall recovery, and aerobatics such as aileron rolls, loops, Cuban eights, split-S maneuvers, and more.The series is made possible by the generous support of the Hall-Halliburton Foundation. Special thanks to Bruce Williams who donated the Extra 300 to AOPA.
Pilot Short Story | Confused in the Clouds Air Safety Institute 2022-06-02 | In a new series from the AOPA Air Safety Institute we are highlighting the intimidating reality of accidentally flying into IMC conditions (VFR into IMC). ASI Senior Director and CFI Paul Deres recalls his experience becoming disoriented during an NDB approach. Listen as he discusses the insidious nature of spatial disorientation in IMC, even succumbing to this as an experienced instrument-rated flight instructor.
Webinar | NTSB Accident Investigation EP:2 Air Safety Institute 2022-06-01 | Sometimes the exact cause of an accident is not readily apparent, and it takes some exhaustive investigative fact-finding to figure out what really happened. Join ASI’s John Collins and NTSB Regional Investigator Lynn Spencer as she pulls back the curtain on what the NTSB does in order to find what they call the “golden BB” in this compelling and engaging webinar. Here’s what to expect:• We’ll look at three accident investigations • Each one is not what it seems from the initial investigation analysis• We’ll draw lessons learned from each accident to help make you saferGet ASI transcript credit by copying this URL bit.ly/NTSBInsider2cert and pasting it into the browser bar. Not eligible for WINGS.
Early Analysis: N76075 - Cessna 140 Crash at STOL Competition May 20, 2022 Wayne, NE Air Safety Institute 2022-05-24 | ASI Senior Vice President, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on May 20, 2022 when a Cessna 140 crashed at the MayDay STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) event taking place that weekend in Wayne, Nebraska. No one on the ground was injured. Sadly, pilot Tom Dafoe, the only occupant in the aircraft, died in the accident. Winds were too strong on that day to run the STOL Drag competition, a test of speed and precision measured by time and combined takeoff and landing distance. Dafoe and other pilots decided to fly a traditional STOL Demonstration where pilots fly a typical box pattern keeping the takeoff and landing distance as short as possible. It appeared Dafoe’s Cessna 140 made an S-turn for spacing behind a Zenith 701 to compensate for the Cessna’s faster speed leading to a stall/spin accident.In Early Analysis: N76075, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.
Early Analysis: N8845Z – Cessna 172 Forced Landing on Bridge May 14, 2022 Miami, FL Air Safety Institute 2022-05-18 | ASI Executive Director, Richard McSpadden, CFII, MEI, SES, MES, former Commander/Flight Leader for the USAF Thunderbirds, provides early analysis of an accident on May 14, 2022 when a Cessna 172 Skyhawk made an emergency landing on the Haulover Inlet Bridge in Miami Beach, Florida. On the ground, the airplane struck a minivan occupied by a woman and two small children who were not seriously injured. The collision caused the airplane to flip and catch fire. The pilot’s two adult relatives were able to escape the burning airplane with serious injuries. Sadly, 36 year old pilot and Miami International Airport tower controller Narciso Torres died in the accident. The flight departed North Perry Airport in Hollywood, Florida, around 12.:38 p.m., crossed the shoreline, and then flew south along the coast destined for Key West. It appears the pilot reported an engine problem to Miami’s Terminal Radar Approach Control facility shortly after flying along the coast. He then turned inland to the north in search of an emergency landing spot.In Early Analysis: N8845Z, the AOPA Air Safety Institute makes a preliminary assessment of the accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause.
