FAA Safety Briefing Magazine
The FAA Safety Policy Voice of Non-commercial General Aviation
Weather Tech and Automation
The May/June 2025 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine focuses on the variety of tools and technology pilots use to safely avoid and mitigate risk during flight. Feature articles cover some of the FAA’s latest weather research work and programs and provide important tips on how to properly “tame” your technology. We also explore the many benefits of participating in the annual GA and Part 135 Activity Survey.
Download the May/June 2025 issue or use the links below to read each article online.
Feature Articles
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The Foundation of ForecastingHow FAA Research Has Helped Redefine Access to Weather Technology |
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Giving Color to Aviation SafetyNew Graphics Enhancements Debut on 1800WxBrief.com |
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The Dangers of Overreliance on AutomationSafety Concerns and Mitigation Strategies for Pilots |
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Just in Time WeatherUsing Technology to Help Navigate Fickle Flight Weather |
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Appraising Aviation ActivityHow the GA Survey is Making Your Voice Heard |
Departments
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Taming TechnologyJumpseat: An Executive Policy Perspective |
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Building the Right TeamAeromedical Advisory: A Checkup on All Things Aeromedical |
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Outside Your Comfort Zone?Checklist: FAA Resources and Safety Reminders |
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The Fast Pass for DronesDrone Debrief: Drone Safety Roundup |
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The Care and Keeping of BatteriesNuts, Bolts, and Electrons: GA Maintenance Issues |
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Weather or NotVertically Speaking: Safety Issues for Rotorcraft Pilots |
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On the UpgradeOn Final: An Editor’s Perspective |
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James Kenney, FAA's Flight Technologies and Procedures DivisionFaces: FAA Employee Profile |
Last updated: Monday, May 5, 2025