by Norman Montes De Oca | Nov 11, 2021 | Safety & Education, Uncategorized
Why did nobody tell me how amazing it is to fly in the clouds? After years of dreading those fluffy monsters and postponing flights at the first sign of any moisture, I finally flew my first ride into actual instrument meteorological conditions. My Northway flight...
by George Futas | Sep 13, 2021 | Safety & Education
A VFR Flight can quickly change to IFR Every year we encounter fires and this year they have increased dramatically and started earlier. Along with the damage on the ground, the production of large amounts of smoke and heat is significant. Some of the fires are...
by George Futas | Feb 5, 2021 | Safety & Education
Following is my personal experience, which enforces the value of using a flight simulator for flights into unfamiliar places. I share my embarrassment with the hope others benefit from it. I was planning a long cross-country flight which included an overnight stop at...
by George Futas | May 6, 2021 | Safety & Education
As pilots, we need to be aware of our physiology limitations, which can lead us into serious trouble, and know what to do about it. A leading cause of non-survivable aviation incidents is the subject title of this article. Spatial disorientation means our...
by George Futas | Dec 30, 2020 | Safety & Education
Winter weather is upon us and requires extra caution. However, in both summer and winter weather is a major cause of GA accidents. Be informed, use good judgment, be safe. 25% of 60,000 GA accidents studied were weather related35% of ALL FATAL GA accidents were due to...
by George Futas | Sep 1, 2020 | Safety & Education
With all the restaurant and destination closures, this past spring and summer has been a downer for flying for most of us. Our flying proficiency has suffered, along with our emotional desire to be in the air. We try to stay legally current. Then, as...
by George Futas | Mar 31, 2020 | Safety & Education
While the COVID-19 epidemic is impacting our lives, we are postponing the safety and education forums. Our host facility is closed during this epidemic. During this COVID-19 situation, remember that your airplane cabin is easily contaminated if you or a...
by Richard Jones | Mar 1, 2020 | President's Corner, Events, Safety & Education
Stephanie and I attended the VMC/IMC Forum at Simulation Flight on Wednesday 2/19/20. George Futas walked us through an interesting scenario involving a visual approach into a busy airport at the end of an IFR flight. I was reminded that we are still flying under...
by Newsletter Editor | Jan 28, 2020 | Safety & Education, Membership
In fall of 2018, one of WPA’s members, Norman Montes De Oca, founded the Husky Aviation Club at the University of Washington Bothell Campus. As an Advanced Ground Instructor, Monty sought to spread the joy of flying to students who might otherwise not get the...
by George Futas | Jan 28, 2020 | Safety & Education
After the summer hiatus and September’s CFI VMC/IMC Forum, our chapter’s VMC/IMC Forums are be returning in January! For those who are not aware, our WPA Paine Chapter and Simulation Flight will be continuing to sponsor and hold monthly safety and education...
