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ARIZONA AVIATION NEWS
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Greetings!
Well an exciting new year of great Arizona flying is underway. Ushering in this new year however are some very cold mornings! In this issue, we've decided to feature some best practices for winter flying. Our very own instructors have weighed in on the topic, and are available to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
You'll also notice several upcoming FAAST wings seminars listed, which I highly recommend. They are very informative, well organized, and enjoyable. (and of course, free food and beverages are always provided...what better way is there to lure pilots than that!)
We look forward to your continued business and support in 2011.
Thanks again for your patronage,
Sarah Clark
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THESE SKIES WERE MEANT FOR FLYIN' JAN 13TH-16TH WEATHER
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RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE FOR AIRPLANE COLD START
Arizona Aviation Flight Services recommends use of aircraft POH guidelines for cold weather operations.
While we rarely experience intensely cold temperatures here in the Valley, adhering to cold weather operations as prescribed by aircraft POH manuals is a good practice to limit engine wear and ensure proper function.
Be extra sensitive to using superfluous battery power during pre-flight. Follow the pre-flight checklist, and refrain from carelessly repeating steps involving use of the master switch.
We have highlighted a portion of the cold weather operations out of the 1975 C-172M POH.
STARTING
Prior to starting on a cold morning, it is advisable to pull the propeller through several times by hand to "break loose" or "limber" the oil, thus conserving battery energy.
NOTE
When pulling the propeller through by hand, treat it as if the ignition switch is turned on. A loose or broken ground wire on either magneto could cause the engine to fire.
For the entire procedure please reference the aircraft POH.
If you would like to discuss this practice with an instructor, please feel free to call the office at 480.396.4404.
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WINTER FLYING-CARB ICE VS CARB HEAT
So often we hear about carb ice sneaking up on even the highest time pilots. It's important to review the atmospheric conditions that can cause the phenomenon and the procedures to prevent icing problems. It serves as a good reminder that even in Arizona we are susceptible to carb ice.
Pete Humphrey of FAA Aviation News summarizes Advisory Circular 20-113 in the article "Carb Ice Versus Carburetor Heat." (I also suggest reviewing the actual Advisory Circular 20-113) Pete explains:
"Many accidents and off-airport landings may have occurred because unsuspecting pilots - having noted decreasing engine power during cruise - pulled on carburetor heat.
Their engine immediately began running very roughly and/or backfiring. In response to such noise, they removed carburetor heat and continued on their way. Continued, that is, until the engine continued to slow and eventually quit.
What happened? When the pilot applied carburetor heat at the first sign of decreasing power, the warm air from the engine compartment did just what it was supposed to do.
It melted the ice from the carburetor throat and throttle plate. Where did the melted ice (now water) go? Right into the engine that wants to burn gasoline, not water; hence, a momentarily rough and perhaps backfiring engine.
If carburetor heat had been kept on long, the hot engine and warm carburetor heat air would have kept the carburetor ice-free."
Read the entire article here. For the full Advisory Circular, click here.
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FAASafety EVENT
"AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS FOR G.A. PILOTS" TOPIC 1. AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS UNDER 14CFR, PART 91 TOPIC 2. DISCUSSION ON CURRENT CONSIDERATIONS OF DVT TRAFFIC OPERATIONS Thursday January 13th, 2011 at 7:00pm Location:
Honeywell Facility 21111 N. 19th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Speaker(s):
Ed Daror, FAASTeam Lead Rep., Jim McMahon, Manager DVT Tower
Presentation and discussion of Regulatory and Safety aircraft airworthiness requirements and considerations for pilots, who own, rent or operate G.A. aircraft. Questions will be responded to.
Discussion by the new Manager of DVT Tower of current procedures and concerns.
For more info, click here. |
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FAASafety EVENT
"WINGS SAFETY PROGRAM-ARIZONA WINTER WEATHER" Topic: Arizona's Winter Weather Wednesday January 19th, 2011 at 7:00pm
Location:
Mesa Public Safety Training Facility Auditorium
3260 N. 40th St
Mesa, AZ 85215
Speaker(s):
LESLIE WANEK, AVIATION PROGRAM LEADER FROM THE PHOENIX NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OFFICE Winter weather patterns and hazards here in the desert southwest, and the expected winter outlook for 2011. For more info, click here.
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 FAASafety EVENT
"DEER VALLEY PILOT'S ASSOC. DVT AIRPORT RUNWAY SAFETY & WINGS PROGRAM SEMINAR"
TOPIC: RUNWAY SAFETY OUTREACH AND THE FAA WINGS PROGRAM
Saturday January 22nd, 2011 at 9:00am
Location:
Deer Valley Airport-Hangar 24-01 North Side
Speaker(s):
FAASTeam Lead Reps SAMIR KANUGA & JIM ANDERSON
Runway Incursions are happening at airports throughout the country. This presentation will help you to learn new ways to keep you safe & incident free on the airport property. You'll learn about Runway Incursions, what they are, why they happen and how to prevent them. Also study examples of prior accidents & incidents and learn new Runway safety phraseology.
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PHOENIX PILOT GROUP
If you're a pilot or aviation enthusiast in the Phoenix area, The Phoenix Pilot Group invites you to come join one of the largest and fastest growing Aviation Meetup around. All pilots are welcome, as is anyone with a love of flying. Our spouses, family, and friends may not always understand us, but with Phoenix Pilot Group you'll always have someone who shares your passion for flight.
UPCOMING MEETUPS:
JANUARY 15- HAVASU HIJINKS
Saturday 10:00 AM
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 ARIZONA AVIATION WELCOMES FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR AMANDA STUBBLEFIED- CFI, CFII, MEI
Originally from the Bay Area, California, Amanda recently relocated to Arizona and is excited to be a part of our great team of flight instructors. She is available for instruction in Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Multi, as well as high performance and complex.
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WEEKEND SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
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PICTURE OF THE WEEK
 | CAF's B-17 Sentimental Journey basking in a
beautiful Arizona sunset |
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AIRCRAFT SALES
For more information, please call the office at (480) 396-4404. |
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1979 CESSNA 172N 1665 SMOH
$27,500
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1972 C182P SKYLANE
$42,000
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C182Q SKYLANE WITH FLOAT KIT
$85,000
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1974 ARROW R200 ONLY 2450 TT
$55,900
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Arizona Aviation Flight Services specializes in Flight Training, Aircraft Rental, Aircraft Maintenance, Inspections, Flight Reviews, Pilot Training, Discovery Flights(Intro-Flight), Scenic Flights, and Airplane Rides.
Questions? Comments? We want to hear from you!
What challenges can we help you with?
What are we doing best?
To become perfect, what would we have to do different?
Email me: sarah@arizonaaviation.com
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