flying safety | Hartzell Propeller Airplane Propeller and Aircraft Propeller Systems Wed, 11 May 2022 18:05:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hartzellprop.com/wp-content/uploads/logo2-60x60.png flying safety | Hartzell Propeller 32 32 Get Ready for Spring Flying Season: 3 Commonly Overlooked To-Dos https://hartzellprop.com/get-ready-for-spring-flying-season/ Wed, 11 May 2022 18:05:25 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=23483 If your airplane has been sitting unused throughout the winter, it will take a little extra time and attention to ensure you’re ready for that first spring flight.

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]]> 5 Aviation New Year’s Resolutions for 2022 https://hartzellprop.com/aviation-new-years-resolutions-for-2022/ Mon, 27 Dec 2021 19:46:23 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=22702 As a pilot, setting New Year's Resolutions can motivate you to try new things, enhance your skills, and grow your passion for aviation.

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]]> Prepping Your Airplane for Spring Flying Season https://hartzellprop.com/prep-your-airplane-for-spring-flying/ Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:32:23 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=21891 As winter melts into spring, many general aviation pilots are eager to get back into the skies. It can be tempting to “kick the tires and light the fires” as soon as it’s warm outside, but cutting corners is never a good idea. After a period of inactivity, your airplane will need special care and […]

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]]> Seasons of Safety: Managing Risks During Cool Season Flying https://hartzellprop.com/managing-risks-during-cool-season-flying/ Tue, 24 Nov 2020 15:59:25 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=21212 At Hartzell Propeller, we’re passionate about promoting proficiency among pilots of all experience levels. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s (ASI) new webinar series, “Seasons of Safety.” The four-part live webinar series focuses on the seasonal challenges of staying a safe, proficient pilot. The latest webinar, “Managing Risks During Cool […]

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]]> Welcome Back to the Skies: AOPA Introduces New Return-to-Flight Proficiency Plan https://hartzellprop.com/return-to-flight-proficiency-plan/ Mon, 08 Jun 2020 14:51:21 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=20419 Ready to get back to the skies after a break from flying? We thought so! Although you might be eager to fly after an extended period of flight inactivity, such as being grounded due to local quarantine orders, it’s important to take time to refresh your skills and regain proficiency before your next flight. The […]

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]]> Coming out of Hangar Hibernation: Spring Flying Safety Tips https://hartzellprop.com/seasons-of-safety-spring/ Fri, 20 Mar 2020 18:59:13 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=20208 At Hartzell Propeller, we’re passionate about flight safety and pilot proficiency. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s (ASI) newest video series, “Seasons of Safety.” At the start of each season, ASI is live-streaming a video with tips from Executive Director, Richard McSpadden. The debut episode, “The Awakening: Coming Out of […]

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]]> Cold-Weather Flying Checklist https://hartzellprop.com/cold-weather-flying-checklist/ Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:37:44 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19928 Old Man Winter has arrived, bringing with him plenty of wind, snow, and ice. These conditions can pose a unique set of challenges both on the ground and in the air. But while cold-weather flying can be difficult, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to hangar your airplane all winter long. Some pilots consider wintertime […]

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]]> 5 Amazing Fall Flying Destinations to Visit This Year https://hartzellprop.com/fall-flying-destinations/ Mon, 14 Oct 2019 18:26:38 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19692 Autumn has arrived, which means it’s peak flying season in many parts of the United States. There are so many reasons to love fall flying. With cooler temperatures, there’s lower density altitude, which contributes to more efficient engine performance. Best of all, flying during the autumn months offers pilots and passengers scenic views of the […]

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]]> Watch Out for These 5 Night Flight Illusions https://hartzellprop.com/watch-out-for-night-flight-illusions/ Tue, 24 Sep 2019 20:50:40 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19397 Night flight is an entirely new way to experience the joy of flying. But like anything, night flying comes with its share of challenges and risks. Of all the senses, vision is the most important for safe flying. When flying in conditions with limited visibility as in nighttime operations, pilots can fall victim to optical […]

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]]> Staying Safe in the Clouds: How to Prevent Vestibular Illusions https://hartzellprop.com/how-to-prevent-vestibular-illusions/ Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:54:42 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19214 When you’re flying, your eyes are your primary sensory input. You depend on visual cues to let you know where you are in relation to the earth. But when you’re flying in the clouds, your visual references are limited at best. Without visual cues, your eyes and ears may start to disagree about which way […]

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