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Special VFR
Going Glass
Milestones
Wake Turbulance II
Unusual Attitudes

Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 09:56 AM ET

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Sizzling Summer Safety Series by Jolie Lucas provides pilots and their companions with tools to recognize and manage the human factors that can compromise aviation safety and decision making. [Credit: Mooney]

Key Takeaways:

The lead article, "Aloft on One Engine," emphasizes that engine failures in multi-engine aircraft are often survivable with proper pilot training, proficiency in single-engine operations, and sound decision-making, with many accidents stemming from pilot error post-failure rather than the mechanical issue itself.
The magazine stresses the critical importance of regular practice for engine-out procedures and understanding aircraft limitations, such as Vmc, to effectively manage emergencies and mitigate risks associated with power loss.
Beyond engine failures, the issue also addresses other significant general aviation safety topics, including effective strategies for preventing runway incursions and comprehensive preflight weather planning.