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Safety Briefing

FAA Safety Briefing - March/April 2009

Technology Soars into Tomorrow

In this issue, we highlight advances in aviation technology that could bring about a host of safety benefits to old and new aircraft alike.

FAA Safety Briefing - January/February 2009

Pilot's Guide to Aeromedical Issues

In this issue, we focus on the FAA’s approach to key aeromedical issues, including authorization for special issuance medicals and other "fit to fly" topics.

FAA Safety Briefing - November/December 2010

Handling Abnormal and Emergency Situations

The November/December 2010 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on planning for the "unplanned" and outlines the tools and resources pilots need to handle abnormal and emergency situations. Articles provide tips on unusual attitude recovery, partial-...

FAA Safety Briefing - September/October 2010

Proficiency: Going Beyond Currency

In this issue we focus on proficiency and its absolute importance for pilots and aviation maintenance technicians. We provide tips on developing your personal improvement plan, address getting back to flying after an absence, give suggestions on how AMTs can...

FAA Safety Briefing - July/August 2010

Strategies for Coping with Mother Nature

In this issue we focus on aviation weather and its critical effect on safe GA flying. Articles address obtaining and interpreting weather data, developing strategies for avoiding marginal or hazardous weather, and what services ATC can and cannot...

FAA Safety Briefing - May/June 2010

Introducing the Next Generation Air Transportation System

In this issue, we introduce the Next Generation Air Transportation System, or NextGen, and highlight the changes and the enabling technologies that will bring more efficient navigation, more effective communications, and greatly...

FAA Safety Briefing - March/April 2010

Promoting Safety Through Outreach and Education

In this issue, we focus on the FAA Safety Team’s (FAASTeam) role in promoting safer skies through outreach, training, and education.

FAA Safety Briefing - January/February 2010

Human Factors

In this issue, we focus on the critical role human factors play in aviation safety. Articles address fatigue, decision making, aircraft design and technology, and more.

FAA Safety Briefing - November/December 2011

All About Airports

The November/December 2011 issue of FAA Safety Briefing takes an in-depth look at the nation’s wide array of public-use airports. Articles highlight the benefits of exploring new places to land as well as help raise awareness of runway safety and wildlife hazards.

FAA Safety Briefing - September/October 2011

The Wide World of Flying

The September/October 2011 issue of FAA Safety Briefing presents the wide world of flying and showcases many of the training and educational opportunities available in aviation. Articles highlight the benefits of seeking out and sharpening your general aviation skill...