SQL Non-Movement Area Restrictions

Recent taxiway incidents elsewhere on the field serve as a reminder to us, the San Carlos airport community, that safety awareness is critical. Remember to brief your passengers about ramp safety and awareness. In addition to safety around airplanes, be sure to point out the non-movement area boundaries and how important it is to stay out of the areas marked "RESTRICTED AREA - AIRCRAFT ONLY". Airport surface safety is everyone's responsibility.

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Flight Center Ramp Vehicle Gate Operations

Airport security ranks right up there in importance with safety. When you access the south parking area via the remote-controlled vehicle gate, pause momentarily. Before you walk away, be sure to watch the gate close behind you, making sure no one enters behind you. It only takes a few extra seconds, and helps maintain airport security.

Please join us in welcoming Aaron Insler to the CFI Staff. Aaron brings with him a range of flying and teaching experiences. 

SCFC: What Inspired you to learn to fly?

AI: I traveled often with my family while I was growing up, and my favorite parts were the plane rides. When I got my copy of Microsoft Flight Simulator 98, I became a pretty hardcore flight sim geek all through high school. For some reason, I dropped the hobby altogether and went to college to study journalism. I soon realized that a desk job was just not for me - the sky was where I belonged. I transferred to the University of North Dakota for aviation in the fall of 2011, interned as a copilot for a small regional airline last fall, and finished last month will all of my ratings. The best decision of my life.

SCFC: What made you want to teach flying?

AI: I think that the best things in life are enjoyed with others. And since SCFC and our active community of members seem to think the same, I can't think of a better group of people for me to share my passion with. It's people who are excited about flying and eager to learn.

SCFC: What is the coolest flight or flying trip you have been on?

AI: I had the privilege of ferrying an airplane to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Over the course of two days, we departed the North East in winter conditions, stopped for fuel in the Bahamas (where we experienced the differences in ICAO flight rules and procedures), and spent a night on the beach in Puerto Rico. I really enjoyed the extra responsibilities that this adventurous and independent trip required. It was hardly "work"!

SCFC: What do you like to do when you're not flying?

AI: Enjoying the outdoors and exploring the Bay Area. I can't wait to find all of the neat running and hiking trails. I'm also a fairly dedicated (but mediocre) Crossfit enthusiast.  I love sports, particularly baseball and football.  I enjoy cooking, and I'm a very passionate international traveler.

I'd just like to share how excited I am by the opportunity to join what you all have established as the #1 flying community in the country. I cannot wait to share my passion for flying, my unique experiences and perspectives. I am glad to be an active member of the SCFC community.