From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Sun Aug 2 20:43:37 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2026 15:43:37 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] Tuesday 4 August 2026 Message-ID: First, a couple of items: 1) Pizza consumption has been intermittant and lacking for the past few months, so we will have to discontinue. 2) As there were a lot of folks @AirVenture since the last meeting, feel free to bring pics or items to shage! (A thumb drive would be simplest, .. but HDMI or Screencast is also available.) QotM ==== IMC 3 - Below DA or MDA You are flying an instrument approach in IMC. At DA/MDA, you can see approach lights but not the runway, threshold, or touchdown zone. May you continue below DA/MDA and land? Scenario ======== You're a controller who has concerns about a Mooney pilot trying to end a long IFR flight after midnight. The pilot seems unconcerned - and even offers to fly faster for better flow with airliners you have stacked up on approach. Do you trust the pilot or your intuition that trouble is brewing? Tuesday 4 August 2025 1H0 Pilot Lounge 1830 CDT From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Tue Aug 4 20:46:31 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2026 15:46:31 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] [CE03145876] OST - Twelve Habits that Keep Us Out of the Statistics - FAASafety.gov (fwd) Message-ID: -- FAASafety.gov -------------------------------------------------------- You have asked us to notify you when a webinar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following webinar may be of interest to you: "OST - Twelve Habits that Keep Us Out of the Statistics" Topic: Learn about Twelve Research-Backed Behaviors that Any Aviator Can Adopt to Reduce Risk On Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 19:00 Central Daylight Time (17:00 PDT; 18:00 MDT; 20:00 EDT; 14:00 HST; 16:00 AKDT; 17:00 Arizona; Thursday, August 13, 2026 00:00 GMT) Select Number: CE03145876 Description: Aviators will recognize familiar safety themes. Maintainers will see clear parallels to the FAA’s Dirty Dozen. Controllers, UAS operators, and flight-line personnel will recognize the same human traps under different operational pressures. Presented in a checklist-style format, this episode helps aviators self-assess and make small changes that pay off over an entire career. Aviation maintenance technicians (AMT's) will see especially direct alignment with the FAA’s Dirty Dozen human factors framework. To view further details and registration information for this webinar, click here: http://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/event_details.aspx?eid=145876 The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: AMT: 1.00Basic Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page: https://www.FAASafety.gov/OnlineHelp/Default.aspx?page=/WINGS/pub/default.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Earn your WINGS to get a chance to win a prize. Go to https://www.wingsindustry.com/WINGS-Sweepstakes for more info. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GASafety/ From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Wed Aug 5 19:01:23 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2026 14:01:23 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] [GL13145082] Precursor to Emergency Prioritizing for Success - FAASafety.gov (fwd) Message-ID: -- FAASafety.gov -------------------------------------------------------- You have asked us to notify you when a webinar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following webinar may be of interest to you: "Precursor to Emergency Prioritizing for Success" Topic: Learn Tips and Strategies for Responding to Inflight Emergencies. On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 19:00 Central Daylight Time (17:00 PDT; 18:00 MDT; 20:00 EDT; 14:00 HST; 16:00 AKDT; 17:00 Arizona; Thursday, August 20, 2026 00:00 GMT) Select Number: GL13145082 Description: Many in-flight emergencies do not occur without warning. Often, subtle anomalies and abnormal indications provide pilots with valuable time to assess the situation, make informed decisions, and take actions that can significantly reduce risk and improve outcomes. Join American Bonanza Society Air Safety Foundation (ASF) Executive Director, Tom Turner, as he examines three real-world NTSB accident and incident reports that illustrate how seemingly minor issues can evolve into serious emergencies. Through each case study, Tom will explore the sequence of events, identify critical decision points, and discuss alternative actions that may have changed the outcome. Participants will gain practical insights into emergency management, aeronautical decision-making, and cockpit prioritization techniques. To view further details and registration information for this webinar, click here: http://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/event_details.aspx?eid=145082 The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Basic Knowledge 1 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page: https://www.FAASafety.gov/OnlineHelp/Default.aspx?page=/WINGS/pub/default.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Earn your WINGS to get a chance to win a prize. Go to https://www.wingsindustry.com/WINGS-Sweepstakes for more info. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GASafety/ From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Fri Aug 7 18:30:17 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2026 13:30:17 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] [SW19145918] Cockpit2Cowl with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon Stupid Pilot Tricks - FAASafety.gov (fwd) Message-ID: -- FAASafety.gov -------------------------------------------------------- You have asked us to notify you when a webinar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following webinar may be of interest to you: "Cockpit2Cowl with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon Stupid Pilot Tricks" Topic: Pilot & Mechanic Experts Explore Aviation Safety Topics Relevant to YOU On Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 19:00 Central Daylight Time (17:00 PDT; 18:00 MDT; 20:00 EDT; 14:00 HST; 16:00 AKDT; 17:00 Arizona; Wednesday, August 12, 2026 00:00 GMT) Select Number: SW19145918 Description: This month, Brian and Jeff will discuss why smart pilots and mechanics do dumb things. Cockpit 2 Cowl, with Brian Schiff and Jeff Simon, is a program that explores General Aviation safety topics from the combined perspectives of Flight Instructors, Pilots, and Mechanics, examining both man & machine to make aviation safer and more enjoyable.� Attendees will learn about maintenance topics, how to manage maintenance, handle emergencies, and improve communication between pilots and mechanics. To view further details and registration information for this webinar, click here: http://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/event_details.aspx?eid=145918 The sponsor for this seminar is: NTX FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: AMT: 1.00Basic Knowledge 3 - 1 Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page: https://www.FAASafety.gov/OnlineHelp/Default.aspx?page=/WINGS/pub/default.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Earn your WINGS to get a chance to win a prize. Go to https://www.wingsindustry.com/WINGS-Sweepstakes for more info. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GASafety/ From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Fri Aug 7 18:31:16 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2026 13:31:16 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] [CE03145927] The Schiff Show - Fit to Fly? When Health / Training / and Pride Collide in the Cockpit - FAASafety.gov (fwd) Message-ID: -- FAASafety.gov -------------------------------------------------------- You have asked us to notify you when a webinar is scheduled that meets your criteria. The following webinar may be of interest to you: "The Schiff Show - Fit to Fly? When Health / Training / and Pride Collide in the Cockpit" Topic: This Course Examines How Health and Fitness Problems Can Affect a Pilot Long Before They Appear in the Cockpit. On Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 19:00 Central Daylight Time (17:00 PDT; 18:00 MDT; 20:00 EDT; 14:00 HST; 16:00 AKDT; 17:00 Arizona; Friday, August 14, 2026 00:00 GMT) Select Number: CE03145927 Description: This course uses real accident examples that link fatigue, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and heart disease to the safety risks pilots can't afford to ignore. The key takeaway is simple: being fit to fly is part of good aeronautical decision-making. We'll talk about warning signs that are easy to miss, like constant fatigue, poor sleep, and changes in how you feel or perform. The course also covers honest self-assessment, open conversations with your AME, and building healthier habits. With Lashae Bacon of Mile High Health Club bringing her aviation and fitness experience to the discussion, the course remains practical, relatable, and focused on what pilots can actually do to be fit for flight. To view further details and registration information for this webinar, click here: http://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/event_details.aspx?eid=145927 The sponsor for this seminar is: FAASTeam The following credit(s) are available for the WINGS/AMT Programs: Advanced Knowledge 1 - 1 CreditAdvanced Knowledge 2 - ½ Credit Click here to view the WINGS help page: https://www.FAASafety.gov/OnlineHelp/Default.aspx?page=/WINGS/pub/default.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Earn your WINGS to get a chance to win a prize. Go to https://www.wingsindustry.com/WINGS-Sweepstakes for more info. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GASafety/ From members at stlaviationmeetup.org Sun Aug 16 19:33:21 2026 From: members at stlaviationmeetup.org (St. Louis Aviation Meetup Members List) Date: Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:33:21 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [Members] 18 August 2026 Message-ID: QotM ==== After landing on a windy day, you clear the runway and taxi with a strong wind from your right rear quarter. The airplane suddenly feels light on the upwind wing. Which control inputs help, and why does this matter after the landing is "over"? Scenario ======== It's a short flight on a clear morning, departing just before sunrise, one of those mornings where things are running well and the tower controller has time to banter on the radio. The only other traffic is an airplane on approach to a nearby airport-or so everyone thought. Now it's dead ahead and landing. 18 August 2026 1H0 Pilot Lounge 1830 CDT