​More than 430 lives have been saved by the BRS Whole Aircraft Rescue Parachute System. John and Greg get all the details about the system from  BRS Managing Director and President Enrique Dillon.

BRS invented the Whole Aircraft Rescue Parachute System in 1980. Since then, the system has been installed on more than 35,000 aircraft. It is a safety option that can be installed on virtually any general aviation plane.

The discussion covers details of proper installation and maintenance. They offer tips for pilots to make this safety system part of safe operations.

Listen for other aviation news and Greg and John’s take on the best leadership for the FAA.

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Experienced pilot Bob Jenkins joins Greg and John for this look at piloting challenges in business and charter aviation. COVID-19 is leading to increased interest in these flight options as a way to avoid the crowds of commercial aviation.

Pilots face demands of both aircraft and flight readiness. Pilots must be prepared to make flight safety decisions, even when they are unpopular with the employer on board.

Jenkins discusses the dangers of automation dependence, handling missed approaches, the importance of good relationships with maintenance crews and more. The value of professionalism is highlighted.

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Contact: Jay Johnson, AMFA National Secretary/Treasurer
Phone: (720) 744-6632

The AMFA National Executive Council (NEC) is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications until February 28, 2021, for two AMFA Scholarships for 2021. Scholarships will be $2500 and will be payable to each recipient’s institution of higher learning.

Last year’s scholarships were awarded to students at the Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Norfolk and Embry-Riddle in Daytona Beach South.

“Contributing to the education of the next generation of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians is one of AMFA’s ambitions,” said Bret Oestreich, AMFA National Director. “We are honored to be offering this opportunity as costs have risen to obtain a FAA Airframe & Powerplant license.”

Those who apply must be currently enrolled in a school or university to gain their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license, be a US Citizen, and submit a 500-word essay explaining “what the Dirty Dozen means to you.” For more information, visit the AMFA National website.

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Founded in 1962, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association is a craft oriented, independent aviation union. AMFA represents licensed and unlicensed technicians and related employees actively involved in the aviation industry. These technician and related employees work directly on aircraft and/or components, support equipment, and facilities. AMFA is committed to elevating the professional standing of technicians and to achieving progressive improvements in wages, benefits, and working conditions of the skilled craftsmen and women it represents. For more information about AMFA visit www.amfanational.org.

The Northrop Rice Foundation has arranged with the FAA’s written tests provider to pay test fees for students requiring financial support.

Test fee grants are now available and are described in the “Programs” portion of the foundation’s website. School administrators may download the poster linked below to market the opportunity to students.

For more information and to apply, visit the NRF website, or email FAAfeesgrant@northropricefoundation.org.

​January 21-23, 2021 from 8 AM – 12 PM PST (11am - 3pm EST)

FAA Approved IA Refresher Training Event – Leave with your 8-hour certificate
Free Event
Select 2 of the 3 days available
Online - Space is limited
 
Classes start promptly at 8AM.
Email cholder@concordebattery.com for additional information