Your Next BFR

Aviation engages us in various checks and balances, all in the name of safety-ours as well as those on the ground. Consider the checks faced by aircraft owners and pilots. We have annual inspections and 100-hour checks for aircraft commercially engaged. The goal, of course, is assuring the airworthiness and safe operating condition of the aircraft, spinner to tailcone. Humans also face an "airworthiness" check, the medical exam. The intervals vary, too. Beyond our own "airframe" inspection, our favorite aviation agency also requires a periodic demonstration of our competence every two years called the flight review.

Key Takeaways:

• The Biennial Flight Review (BFR) is a mandatory FAA requirement, typically involving one hour of ground and one hour of flight instruction every two years, designed to ensure pilot competence and aviation safety.
• Although some pilots perceive it as an inconvenience or source of anxiety, the BFR is intended to be a valuable and flexible opportunity for pilots to improve their skills and address any developing bad habits.
• The structure of a BFR allows for customization based on the pilot's experience and typical flying, focusing on regulations, maneuvers, and judgment.
• Pilots can fulfill the BFR requirement through alternative means, such as participating in the FAA WINGS proficiency program or obtaining a new pilot rating or endorsement.

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