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6/9//08

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Accident Reporting
AeroMedical
Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
Airport Facility Directory
Airport Markings
Airport Operations
Air Shows, Fly-Ins & Podcasts
Airspace
ASTM
Cold Weather Operation
Cruising Altitude - VFR Cruising Altitude
Density Altitude
Emergency
Endorsements
Engines
Flight Plan
Flight Planning
Flight Currency (Recency Requirements)
Flight Review (Biennial Flight Review)
Formation Flying
Fuel Management
Ground Training
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Pilot in Command (PIC)
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Practical Test
Radio Communication & Frequencies
Safety Seminar, FAAST
Sectional Charts - New
Sport Pilot Rule & Light Sport Aircraft
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    DAR (Designated Aircraft Representative)
    Light Sport Pilot
    Light Sport Instructor
Sport Pilot by the FAA (Pilot, Instructor, DPE, DAR)
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TSA
VASI (Visual Approach Slope Indicator)
Visibility & Cloud Clearance
Weather
Weather Services FSS (Flight Service Station) Flight Briefing

Accident Reporting NTSB-830

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks to us about the requirements to report aviation accidents and incidents. He talks about the reporting differences between ultralights and light sport aircraft. Jim also talks about how to determine what kinds of accidents and incidents are reportable and how to make the report. The reference for this discussion is NTSB 830. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (8/15/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks to us about the requirements to report aviation accidents and incidents. He talks about the reporting differences between ultralights and light sport aircraft. Jim also talks about how to determine what kinds of accidents and incidents are reportable and how to make the report. The reference for this discussion is NTSB 830. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (8/15/06)

Aero-Medical

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (12/5/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (12/5/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney visits with us about Aeromedical Factors. We talk about things having to do with the body and oxygen while flying. We'll learn about terms like hypoxia, hyperventilation, and carbon monoxide poisoning. This is the kind of stuff that keeps you safe. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (1/31/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney visits with us about Aeromedical Factors. We talk about things having to do with the body and oxygen while flying. We'll learn about terms like hypoxia, hyperventilation, and carbon monoxide poisoning. This is the kind of stuff that keeps you safe. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (1/31/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about alcohol, drugs, cars, and planes. As you can imagine, they don't mix very well. Jim talks about the limits the FAA puts on that mixture of activities and talks about how even over-the-counter medicines can get you in trouble while flying. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (6/7/05)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Aero-Medical factors are not mentioned that often in the ultralight world, but they should be. There are a number of things that can impair your enjoyment of the sky and possibly even cause a dangerous situation. Jim tells us about how to stay safe. nappf.com/nappf_aero_medical.htm (Part 1) (3/30/04)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Aero-Medical factors are not mentioned that often in the ultralight world, but they should be. There are a number of things that can impair your enjoyment of the sky and possibly even cause a dangerous situation. Jim tells us about how to stay safe. nappf.com/nappf_aero_medical.htm (Part 2) (3/30/04)

Text for Aero Medical Sound Clip at    nappf.com/nappf_aero_medical.htm

Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
We continue our discussion from a couple of weeks ago about memory aids. Jim talks about other memory assists that help when the going gets a little hectic in the cockpit. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (5/1/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Jim discusses the importance of check lists and memory aids. We go over how they compliment each other and the place for each while preparing to fly and in flight. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (4/10/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim explains Aeronautical Decision Making. The "human factor" still accounts for up to 75% of all aviation accidents. We can become safer pilots by better understanding some of the pitfalls that are out there. Luckily, the FAA has spent a lot of time studying this issue and Jim shows us what they have learned over the years. You can get more out of this segment by following along on this Aeronautical Decision Making link. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (1/18/05)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim explains Aeronautical Decision Making. The "human factor" still accounts for up to 75% of all aviation accidents. We can become safer pilots by better understanding some of the pitfalls that are out there. Luckily, the FAA has spent a lot of time studying this issue and Jim shows us what they have learned over the years. You can get more out of this segment by following along on this Aeronautical Decision Making link. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (1/18/05)

Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about the things you want to study in both the Federal Aviation Regulations and the Airman's Information Manual in order to become a Sport Pilot. To see a list of the areas themselves, click here. SweeneyCorp (9/11/07)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim joins us to talk about a great source of information, the Aeronautical Information Manual or AIM. Learn why even as a ultralighter, you should have a copy of this reference. NAPPF Aeronautical Information Manual Guide (5/4/03)


Text for AIM Sound Clip at    http://nappf.com/nappf_aeronautical_information_manual.htm

 Airport Facility Directory

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about the importance of using official published information about airports when planning cross-countries. We talk about the information found in the Airport/Facilities Directory. SweeneyCorp (7/3/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney joins us to finish a topic we promised to cover a while ago. That is, how to use an Airport Facility Directory (AFD). In order to follow along, you should click here. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (9/13/05)

Airport Markings

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Do you know what this striping means when painted on the asphalt at the local airport?

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you don't, you should listen to this week's segment with Jim Sweeney. Even if you already know what it means, you'll probably still learn something from new from Jim. I always seem to. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/1/06)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Ever fly to an airport and wonder what those mysterious signs and markings on the pavement were? Hopefully not! Jim joins us to talk about those signs and markings in order to you avoid the dreaded Runway Incursion. Follow along with the Runway Markings web page! (Part 1) (2/24/04)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Ever fly to an airport and wonder what those mysterious signs and markings on the pavement were? Hopefully not! Jim joins us to talk about those signs and markings in order to you avoid the dreaded Runway Incursion. Follow along with the Runway Markings web page! (Part 2) (2/24/04)


Text for Airport Markings Sound Clip at    http://nappf.com/nappf_airport_markings.htm

Airport Operations

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney is fresh back from a live Flight Instructor Refresher Course and he tells us about it. With the number of CFIs in the course, there were hundreds of years of aviation experience represented and you may be surprised at some of the topics that were still discussed. SweeneyCorp (11/6/07) (Part 1)


Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney is fresh back from a live Flight Instructor Refresher Course and he tells us about it. With the number of CFIs in the course, there were hundreds of years of aviation experience represented and you may be surprised at some of the topics that were still discussed. SweeneyCorp (11/6/07) (Part 2)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
With spring coming, we get thawed ground and rains, especially in the more northern climates. The combination makes for some very soft grass fields to operate from. Jim joins us to talk about the hazards of soft field operations, what to avoid, and what measures to take when you must use a soft field. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (3/20/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks with us about how to approach non-towered airports. Since sport aviators may fly a little lower than other pilots; answers to questions about how to go around an airport, or enter the pattern, or just fly over the top of an airport are sometimes a little bit different than for other pilots. And of course some of it is the same. Jim sorts it all out for us. To follow along, you may want to visit: Getting Around the Traffic Pattern. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (4/25/06)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks with us about how to approach non-towered airports. Since sport aviators may fly a little lower than other pilots; answers to questions about how to go around an airport, or enter the pattern, or just fly over the top of an airport are sometimes a little bit different than for other pilots. And of course some of it is the same. Jim sorts it all out for us. To follow along, you may want to visit: Getting Around the Traffic Pattern. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (4/25/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about the speed limits for taxiing at an airport and on your private field. He also talks about why you should be careful with your taxi speeds and some of the challenges from different aircraft configurations. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (3/7/06)

Jim Sweeney
"Leaving the Pattern". Jim Sweeney goes over some of the things you need to keep in mind before and when you fly away from your home base. (Part 1) nappf.com, usua.org (9/30/03)

Jim Sweeney
"Leaving the Pattern". Jim Sweeney goes over some of the things you need to keep in mind before and when you fly away from your home base. (Part 2) nappf.com, usua.org (9/30/03)

Jim Sweeney
Jim Sweeney joins to talk about ultralight patterns at airports. (9/9/03)

Jim Sweeney
Jim Sweeney joins to talk about ultralight patterns at airports. (Part 2) (9/16/03)

Jim Sweeney
Jim Sweeney shares some of the points of Airport Etiquette. In this part we will address special considerations you should make when flying into a fly-in or other airport event. (Part 1) (9/2/03)


Jim Sweeney
Jim Sweeney shares some of the points of Airport Etiquette. In this part we will address special considerations you should make when flying into a fly-in or other airport event. (Part 2) (9/2/03)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
If you fly or want to fly your ultralight out of an airport, there are things it helps to know to keep you in good graces with other pilots and airport management. Jim Sweeney shares some of the points of Airport Etiquette. Parts 2 & 3 will deal with flying into an airport. (8/26/03)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
If you fly or want to fly your ultralight out of an airport, there are things it helps to know to keep you in good graces with other pilots and airport management. Jim Sweeney shares some of the points of Airport Etiquette. Parts 2 & 3 will deal with flying into an airport. (8/26/03)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
If you fly or want to fly your ultralight out of an airport, there are things it helps to know to keep you in good graces with other pilots and airport management. Jim Sweeney shares some of the points of Airport Etiquette. (Part 1, Tailoring Your Aircraft to the Airport) (8/19/03)


Text for Airport Operations Sound Clip at    http://nappf.com/nappf_airport_operations.htm

Air Shows, Fly-Ins & Podcasts

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney is on site at the GA side of Sun 'n Fun. He talks with us about how the opening of the show is going on that side of the world. SweeneyCorp (4/8/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
We finish the show with Jim Sweeney, who also attended the events in Sebring, Florida. He talks about some of the things he saw and participated in on site. SweeneyCorp (1/22/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
A first time event happened at Oshkosh this year. Several aviation podcasters got together for a joint forum and broadcast. Jim Sweeney represented UltraFlight Radio at the meeting and he tells us about the event that you can listen to right here. SweeneyCorp (7/31/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney is at AirVenture and gives us an overview of some of the new aircraft being introduced at this year's event. This year seems to be busy with introductions. SweeneyCorp (7/24/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
One of the joys of flying is flying with others at fly-ins. The congestion at almost any fly-in means that organizers have rules, briefings, and procedures that should be followed during the event. The safety rules shouldn't discourage you from attending a fly-in and knowing what to expect ahead of time will actually make fly-ins more fun. Jim Sweeney goes over things you can expect to see at fly-ins that you wouldn't normally experience flying around the home patch. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (4/3/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney is on the ground at AirVenture and gives us an on the scene report about the goings on at Oshkosh so far this week. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (7/25/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney spent last week at Oshkosh visiting with vendors, attending meetings, and taking in the event. He talks about the things he experienced at this years AirVenture and perhaps a little about the sport pilot clinic coming up on 11-14 August. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/2/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney is on station at AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and is ready to give us a report on what he is seeing. Jim tells us about some of the things to look for at this year's show. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF and don't forget about the sport pilot clinic coming up on 19-21 August. (7/26/05)

Airspace

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
We talk about the differences in the types of special use airspace. There are MOAs, Warning Areas, Prohibited Areas, Alert Areas and more. Jim points out not only the differences in the areas, but also how you can learn more about them on a sectional chart. Click here for graphics that go with the segment. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (11/14/06)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
We talk about the differences in the types of special use airspace. There are MOAs, Warning Areas, Prohibited Areas, Alert Areas and more. Jim points out not only the differences in the areas, but also how you can learn more about them on a sectional chart. Click here for graphics that go with the segment. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (11/14/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Now that we are realistically able to look at the opportunities to fly Light Sport Aircraft over congested areas, we talk with Jim Sweeney about the rules regarding flying over town. Federal Aviation Rule (FAR) 91.119 is the pertinent rule and Jim talks about how it applies to sport pilots flying light sport aircraft. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (7/18/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
The bulk of the airspace everyone shy of an Air Transport Pilot flies in is class E and class G airspace. Recognizing what is what and where is where is still a mystery for some. Unfortunately, the training chart put out by the FAA is not the clearest. Well, Jim Sweeney helps us take some of the mystery out of reading the sectionals and the US Airspace at a Glance Chart. To follow along, you may want to visit: Reading the US Airspace at a Glance Chart. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (4/18/06)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
The bulk of the airspace everyone shy of an Air Transport Pilot flies in is class E and class G airspace. Recognizing what is what and where is where is still a mystery for some. Unfortunately, the training chart put out by the FAA is not the clearest. Well, Jim Sweeney helps us take some of the mystery out of reading the sectionals and the US Airspace at a Glance Chart. To follow along, you may want to visit: Reading the US Airspace at a Glance Chart. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (4/18/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
There have been some questions about Mode C veils, Light Sport Aircraft and encoding transponders. What do you do as an N-numbered aircraft flying in the Mode C veil? Luckily we have Jim Sweeney available to sort out what you need to do to keep yourself straight. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (3/21/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
There have been some questions about Mode C veils, Light Sport Aircraft and encoding transponders. What do you do as an N-numbered aircraft flying in the Mode C veil? Luckily we have Jim Sweeney available to sort out what you need to do to keep yourself straight. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (3/21/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
A lot of pilots live close to or even under Military Operation Areas (MOAs). While it is a good idea to avoid flying in an MOA, it is also good to know when the MOA really is active so you can avoid flying during busy training times. Jim Sweeney talks about how you can learn more about MOAs. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (9/6/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
A listener wrote in with a question about flying rules and etiquette over wetlands, national parks and such. Of course we have Jim Sweeney on call to answer questions just like that. He tells us all about that special airspace, how you can find it (or avoid it), and how you should behave in it. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/16/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Most pilots are used to looking at Special use Airspace (Restricted Areas, Alert Areas, etc.) and Military Operational Areas (MOAs) as airspace that starts at Ground Level and terminates somewhere close to the moon. Actually, the airspaces have specific floors and ceilings that you should know about if you live close to one. Jim Sweeney tells us how to find the altitudes so you can stay safe and worry-free. Special Use Airspace in 3 Dimensions. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (6/21/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
We visit with Jim Sweeney about flying in Class D Airspace. We talk about finding the right frequencies, communicating with the tower and more. Follow along with us on our page about Operating in Class D Airspace. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (6/14/05)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim brings up the subject of maneuvering through the some of the most common types of airspace you normally pilot through, Class E and G. Learn what you need to know to navigate through these areas! Follow along on the Class E and G Airspace web page! (Part 1) (3/16/04)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim brings up the subject of maneuvering through the some of the most common types of airspace you normally pilot through, Class E and G. Learn what you need to know to navigate through these areas! Follow along on the Class E and G Airspace web page! (Part 2) (3/16/04)

Text for Class E and G Airspace can be found at  Text & Graphic for Class E & Class G Airspace Sound Clip

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim brings up the subject of maneuvering through the one of the most common controlled types of airspace you may have to pilot through, Class D. Learn what you need to know to navigate through these areas! Follow along on the Class D and E Airspace web page! (Part 1) (3/2/04)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Jim brings up the subject of maneuvering through the one of the most common controlled types of airspace you may have to pilot through, Class D. Learn what you need to know to navigate through these areas! Follow along on the Class D and E Airspace web page! (Part 2) (3/2/04)


Text for Class D & E Airspace can be found at Text & Graphic for Class D & Class E Airspace

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
"Special Use Airspace". Knowing how to recognize military operation areas, alert areas, training routes and the like is important if they are in your area. Learn if they are! Part 1 covers Prohibited Areas, Restricted Areas, and Warning Areas and how they look on a Sectional. (Part 1) (12/9/03)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
"Special Use Airspace". Knowing how to recognize military operation areas, alert areas, training routes and the like is important if they are in your area. Learn if they are! Part 2 covers Military Operational Areas (MOAs), and Military Training Routes and how they look on a Sectional. (Part 2) (12/9/03)


Text for Special Use Airspace can be found at Text & Graphics for Special Use Airspace

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
A while back we began talking with Jim about Special Use Airspace. Those are the Military Operational Areas, Restricted Airspace and the like. Jim joins us to finish up our conversation about this important topic. www.nappf.com (7/29/03)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
Unlocking the secrets of Special Use Airspace. Learn about Alert Areas, Military Operational Areas, Restricted Areas, Prohibited Areas and more. Jim Sweeney will help us determine where they are, what they are and if and when we can fly in them. www.nappf.com (6/17/03)

ASTM

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
One of the big stories to come out of Oshkosh was the new ASTM specification that calls out a minimum empty weight for airplanes. With the maximum gross weight of a Light Sport Aircraft defined in the regulations as 1,320 lbs, the minimum empty weight is designed to leave a reasonable useful load for LSA airplanes. SweeneyCorp (7/31/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney stays with us to talk about the FAA's signed acceptance of the first industry developed consensus standards for light-sport aircraft last week. This is getting the industry closer to being able to produce special light-sport aircraft (S-LSA) and experimental light-sport aircraft (E-LSA) kits. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (2/22/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney checks in with a report on the ASTM meetings in Sebring, Florida as well as the a report on the very first U.S. Sport Aviation Expo held at the same location. The Expo proves that there is a lot of interest in Light Sport Aviation and the people in the ASTM meetings are helping make the new rules work. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1, the ASTM Meeting) (11/2/04)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney checks in with a report on the ASTM meetings in Sebring, Florida as well as the a report on the very first U.S. Sport Aviation Expo held at the same location. The Expo proves that there is a lot of interest in Light Sport Aviation and the people in the ASTM meetings are helping make the new rules work. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 2, the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo) (11/2/04)

Cold Weather Operation

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about winter flying. If you are in a colder climate, there are different procedures and aerodynamics that you should be aware of to enjoy the winter skies. SweeneyCorp (1/29/08) (Part 1 of 2)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about winter flying. If you are in a colder climate, there are different procedures and aerodynamics that you should be aware of to enjoy the winter skies. We also talk about a new ultralight Jim saw at the Sebring Sport Aviation Expo. SweeneyCorp (1/29/08) (Part 2 of 2)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
 Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (12/5/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about the special concerns connected to flying in the cold of winter. (Hint: It doesn't just include a warmer coat.) There are things you need to consider in the flight planning process, for the aircraft, and for the pilot and passenger. We also talk about possible emergencies and how to be prepared for them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (12/5/06)

Cruising Altitude - VFR Cruising Altitude

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about Visual Flight Rule (VFR) cruising altitudes. What they are. Why they are important. What you need to know when flying at altitude. SweeneyCorp (11/20/07)

Density Altitude

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
We talk with Jim Sweeney about the challenges of high altitude flight operations. There are things that people from low altitudes need to know before heading to the mountains to fly. We discuss power requirements, power availability, and general mountain operations. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (10/25/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Summer seems to have finally arrived... mostly. In any case, it is time to think about how the heat and humidity of summer can reduce the capability of your aircraft. Even though summer flying can be some of the most fun, you can get in trouble if you don't take into account that reduced capability. Jim Sweeney tells us about it. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (5/31/05)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Summer seems to have finally arrived... mostly. In any case, it is time to think about how the heat and humidity of summer can reduce the capability of your aircraft. Even though summer flying can be some of the most fun, you can get in trouble if you don't take into account that reduced capability. Jim Sweeney tells us about it. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (5/31/05)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
Part one of learning how to cope with changes in density altitude. With summer here, you need to recognize that there are differences in density altitude and understand how it changes your flying. Jim Sweeney explains it from the beginning. www.nappf.com/Hints (6/24/03)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF
Part two of learning how to cope with changes in density altitude. Jim Sweeney covers issues including those operating in high altitudes and carburetion. www.nappf.com/Hints (6/24/03)


Text for Density Altitude  Sound Clip at    http://nappf.com/nappf_density_altitude.htm

Emergency

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Keeping with the traveling theme, Jim Sweeney goes over the things to do if you get lost while flying. He covers courses of action, how to get oriented, identifying landmarks, navigation systems and (yes ladies) even how to ask for directions. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (5/9/06)

Endorsements

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney discusses FAA Advisory Circular 61-65E. This tool should be part of every flight instructor's library. We learn why this publication is so useful for CFI's. SweeneyCorp (6/5/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
There is some confusion out in the flying world about endorsements for make and model sets for sport pilots. Jim Sweeney simplifies the process for those making the transition to different categories of aircraft. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 1) (4/26/05)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
There is some confusion out in the flying world about endorsements for make and model sets for sport pilots. Jim Sweeney simplifies the process for those making the transition to different categories of aircraft. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (Part 2) (4/26/05)



Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Getting ready to solo in an ultralight? Maybe even a two-seat ultralight trainer? Jim talks with us about the paperwork and instructor endorsements needed to keep your flying legal. (Part 1) (1/27/04)


Jim Sweeney, NAPPF President and USUA Board Member
Getting ready to solo in an ultralight? Maybe even a two-seat ultralight trainer? Jim talks with us about the paperwork and instructor endorsements needed to keep your flying legal. (Part 2) (1/27/04)


Text for Endorsements can be found at     http://nappf.com/nappf_endorsements.htm

Fuel Management

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about fuel management. For those that want to wander from the airport (and particularly those that want to wander with a license), there are certain minimum fuel requirements to keep in mind. Jim talks about what they are and how to calculate them. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/30/05)

Ground Training

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Often times student pilots head out to the airport for a little flight training only to get weathered out for some reason. If that happens, an opportunity presents itself for the all-important and often ignored ground training. Jim talks to us about things both flight instructors and students should know and be prepared for. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (3/27/07)

Instruments

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about upcoming changes in ELTs. He talks about the technology changes along with things you want to consider soon. SweeneyCorp (10/30/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about transponder requirements for aircraft. What you fly and where you fly both matter when determining when you should have an altitude encoding mode C transponder. Learn those details here. SweeneyCorp (10/23/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
You would think that if you were so many feet above the ground, then you would be at only one altitude. Of course that is true, but it depends where you are measuring your altitude from and what you are measuring it with. Jim Sweeney talks about a variety of different altitudes that measure different things for pilots. SweeneyCorp (10/9/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney talks about all you always wanted to know about the magnetic compass. We discuss why we still use them and how they work. You too     can understand terms like magnetic variance and magnetic deviation. For more information about the segment, click here. SweeneyCorp (8/7/07)

Knowledge Test

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about the things you want to study in both the Federal Aviation Regulations and the Airman's Information Manual in order to become a Sport Pilot. To see a list of the areas themselves, click here. SweeneyCorp (9/11/07)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney has had the best record for getting people prepared to take the Sport Pilot Knowledge Test through his 3 day ground schools. He talks about the breaking news that those knowledge tests are changing and what that will mean to both the training world and to those preparing to take the test. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (5/16/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney joins us to talk about the process of taking and passing your sport pilot knowledge test. Who needs to take the knowledge test? Where do you take the knowledge test? How do you get the endorsement to take the knowledge test? How do you study for the knowledge test? What is the difference between the knowledge test and the practical test? Jim covers it all. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (1/25/05)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney tells us more about the knowledge tests being developed for sport pilot. The focus this week is on private pilot testing, instructor testing, DPE testing and the practical test standards. USUA, NAPPF (11/16/04)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney more news in the world of sport pilot. The new knowledge test questions for the different levels of sport pilot have been published. Jim shares with us some of the background on that and introduces his new on-line, teleconference ground school. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 1) (11/9/04)


Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney more news in the world of sport pilot. The new knowledge test questions for the different levels of sport pilot have been published. Jim shares with us some of the background on that and introduces his new on-line, teleconference ground school. www.usua.org, www.nappf.com (Part 2) (11/9/04)

Log Book

Terry Myers, Transportation Security Administration, Aviation Security Inspector
Flight instructors and student pilots need to know details about the TSA requirements as part of the flight instruction process. Learn the rules, the exceptions, and how to conform with those rules. Transportation Security Administration (4/3/07)

TSA Log Book Endorsement for CFI's to Enter into Both the Student Log Book and Their Own Log Book (US Citizens Version):
"I certify that [insert student's name] has presented me a [insert type of document presented, such as a U.S. birth certificate or U.S. passport, and the relevant control or sequential number on the document, if any] establishing that he [or she] is a U.S. citizen or national in accordance with 49 CFR 1552.3(h). [Insert Date, Instructor's Signature and CFI Number.]"

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney tells us how to log training time towards a sport pilot rating. Basic Flight Instructors (BFIs) and Ultralight Flight Instructors (UFIs) can train pilots for Sport Pilot ratings. We have gotten some questions from both students and trainers on how to log that training time properly. You can get here what you can't get in FAA literature. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF (8/22/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney visits with us about logging time for student pilots. Who can log what for who and when and how long they can do it. This is important information for those getting started out in the sport and (again) for instructors that want to do it right. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (5/2/06)

Night Operations

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about aircraft lighting. We talk about the day and night VFR requirements for light Light Sport Aircraft as well as how early and late Sport Pilots can fly and what kind of lighting they need to take full advantage of their privileges. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (5/8/07)

Navigation

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about how to navigate with a compass. He focuses on how to determine your course, both magnetic and your compass course. If you thought those were the same thing, you definitely need to listen in. To make things easy, follow along with the magnetic and compass headings graphic Jim has provided. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 1) (2/21/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about how to navigate with a compass. He focuses on how to determine your course, both magnetic and your compass course. If you thought those were the same thing, you definitely need to listen in. To make things easy, follow along with the magnetic and compass headings graphic Jim has provided. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (Part 2) (2/21/06)

Jim Sweeney, USUA and NAPPF Board Member
Jim Sweeney talks about how to use a plotter. This basic navigational planning tool is used to determine both distances and headings on sectionals. Jim explains how it works. To make things easy, follow along with the plotter graphics Jim has provided. SweeneyCorp, USUA, NAPPF. (2/14/06)

NOTAM & TFR

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp
Everyone tells us we need to read the NOTAMs. However, reading a NOTAM can be confusing with some of the special abbreviations and contractions used by the NOTAM author. Jim Sweeney tells us about some of the odder contractions and how you can find the code breaking document. The FAA's big book of contractions. SweeneyCorp (1/8/08)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Weather, NOTAM information, TFR's, Flight Plan filing and briefings are all available from Flight Service (1 800 WX BRIEF). For pilots that want to self-brief, access to flight planning services are available on the internet. The two companies contracted to provide flight planning services are CSC DUATS and DTC DUAT. Golden Eagle is another service Jim talks about. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (2/13/07)

Jim Sweeney, Illinois Ultralight Advisory Council
Jim finishes talking about DUATS, but we don't let him go right away. While we have him on the line, we talk about the IUAC Safety Seminar. It's the largest and safety seminar in the country focusing on Light Sport Aviation. Jim talks about the speakers and other reasons to make it to Springfield, Illinois. Illinois Ultralight Advisory Council (2/13/07)

Jim Sweeney, SweeneyCorp, NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about a flight planning resource we didn't get a chance to talk about a couple of weeks ago, the FAA's graphical TFR List. This site not only lists all of the Temporary Flight Restrictions, it also shows them mapped on the the local sectional. Jim talks about how to navigate the site and some of the other things it offers as well as a couple of other resources (AeroPlanner.com , National Interagency Fire Center BLM , AOPA) that provide TFR information. SweeneyCorp, NAPPF (1/30/07)

Jim Sweeney, NAPPF Board Member
Jim talks about another great flight planning resource, the