FAAST Blast — Week of April 18, 2016 – Apr 25, 2016
Biweekly FAA Safety Briefing News Update
New Rule Increases Allowed Use of ATDs for Pilot Training
Last week, the FAA issued a final rule that permits a person to log a maximum of 20 hours of aeronautical experience acquired in an approved aviation training device (ATD) toward the requirements for an instrument rating. Under part 61, students can now log up to 10 hours in basic aviation training devices (BATDs), and up to 20 hours in advanced aviation training devices (AATDs), with the combined total not to exceed 20 hours. The rule also increases allowances for part 141 programs, where students can now get up to 25% of creditable time in BATDs and 40% of creditable time for AATDs (not to exceed 40% total time) for the instrument rating. In addition, the rule also removes the requirement to wear a view limiting device while training in an ATD. To view more details on the rule, which goes into effect May 12, 2016, go to https://federalregister.gov/a/2016-08388.
Piper/Cessna ADs Issued
The FAA last week issued two Airworthiness Directives (ADs) that affect several models in the Piper and Cessna GA fleets. The Cessna AD (https://t.co/Bh3t45Hqyc) affects certain models in the 300/400 series and involves replacement and repetitive inspection of hardware securing the elevator trim push-pull rod. The Piper AD (https://t.co/6l4dmOWpgi) affects certain Piper PA-28 models and requires inspection of the right wing rib. Both ADs go into effect on April 26, 2016.
ACS Course Now on FAASafety.gov
You can now get WINGS credit while learning about the Airman Certification Standards (ACS)! Go to FAASafety.gov and look for ALC-449, Understanding the Airman Certification Standards.
Going Up?
Takeoffs are a breeze, right? Accident data would indicate otherwise. In fact, takeoff and departure accidents averaged just about 150 per year between 2003 and 2012. Although often overlooked, there’s a whole lot more to consider than just punching in the power. For example, do you know where your abort point is? And when was the last time you rehearsed your engine out procedures? For more tips on how to take back control of takeoffs and perfect your plan for a safe departure, check out the article “Going Up?” in March/April 2016 edition of FAA Safety Briefing at http://1.usa.gov/FAA_ASB.
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