Epic and WINGS

Captain Judy’s Corner: Flight Training Safety Factors Is flight training safe? Many factors impact the answer to this question. Epic and WINGS are synonymous with safety. The Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 91.3 states clearly it is the responsibility and authority of the pilot in command. (a) The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. The pilot is responsible for the safety of flight. Student pilots with limited experience sometimes are unsure on where to begin this safety process, especially when choosing a flight school. A few considerations to determine if a school meets a high safety standard. Epic’s Safety Culture Epic Flight Academy is a model for a WINGS school with regard to … Read more

Aug 17

Red Tails

Captain Judy’s Corner: Epic’s Red Tail Project Safety First “Aircraft on final for runway 9, winds favor runway 27. Red Grumman departing runway 27.” Over 25 years ago, and I still vividly recall the departure at this Class G, uncontrolled airport. The incoming white aircraft never acknowledged my radio call. Every year, runway incursions, traffic conflicts, mid-air collisions, and near misses occur. The FAA FAST Team reports an average of 30 mid-air collisions in the United States each year. Mid-air collisions are generally reported below 8,000 feet AGL, within 30 miles of an airport, and involving aircraft with communication equipment. Radios are not required equipment in Class E, Class G, or at uncontrolled airports. The FAA advises playing it safe … Read more