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The January/February 2020 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on how to better "Know Your Aircraft." Feature articles cover each major section of an aircraft, highlighting the many design, performance and structural variations you’ll likely see and how they affect...
The November/December 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on the FAA’s efforts to inspire our nation’s youth, especially young women and those from diverse backgrounds, to pursue aerospace careers and create a consistent...
The September/October 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on airports and airspace, which are integral parts of the National Airspace System's (NAS) infrastructure. Articles in this issue explore the value of our nation's vast array of public-use airports and their...
The July/August 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on how FAA seeks to advance aviation in an environmentally-responsible and energy-efficient manner by considering noise, emissions, and other environmental issues. Articles also...
The May/June 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on the FAA’s integration strategies for new entrants and emerging aviation technologies in the National Airspace System (NAS). Articles cover some of the regulatory changes and technological solutions that...
The March/April 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on the many facets of airport surface safety. Feature articles and departments provide a "road map" to the various tools, resources, and strategies airmen can use to steer clear of risk during the ramp-to...
The January/February 2021 issue of FAA Safety Briefing takes a unique look at the "challenge and response" environment that is prevalent within the aviation community. Feature articles and departments provide a variety of tools and resources that can help you rise to...
Today’s pilots enjoy an abundance of weather information sources, but having weather information available is only part of the weather decision-making equation. Knowing how to acquire, interpret, and make operational decisions based on weather information is essential to safe flying. This fact...
The GAJSC has determined that a significant number of general aviation accidents could be avoided if pilots were to establish personal minimums for flight in windy conditions. Identifying and adhering to personal wind limitations can significantly reduce the number of wind-related aircraft...