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Learning to Fly

AOPA Flight Training
Tips and tools for students and instructors, aviation career information, Flight Training Magazine articles and free subscription, and directories of flight schools and aviation colleges

AOPA Let's Go Flying!
Information for prospective pilots including the benefits of flying, how to start training, and frequently asked questions

FAA Student Pilot Guide (pdf)
A "how-to" guide on obtaining student pilot, sport pilot, recreational pilot, and private pilot certificates

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Medical Certification

14 CFR Part 67
FAA regulations governing medical standards and certification

AOPA Medical Certification Center (AOPA members only)
Types of certificates, special issuance, health conditions that may affect certification, AOPA Medical Services Program

FAA Medical Certification
FAA site with info on how to obtain a medical certificate, online application form, frequently asked questions, and an aeromedical examiner (AME) directory

Flight Physicals at Jet Air
Contact information for our on-site aviation medical examiner, Dr. Bruce Bressler, M.D.  Obtain your second- or third-class medical certificate here in Green Bay.

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Aviation Security

AOPA's Guide to TSA's Alien Flight Training/Citizenship Validation Rule
If you are giving or receiving flight training in an aircraft weighing less than 12,500 pounds, whether you are a U.S. citizen or alien, this rule affects you.

Austin Straubel Int'l Airport Security I.D. Application
Application forms and contact information for those requesting airport I.D. badges in Green Bay.  Jet Air students and renters need the "Unescorted AOA Application."

TSA Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP)
Official website non-U.S. citizens/nationals must use to apply for flight training in the United States. Also includes information on legislation, an application guide, and frequently asked questions.

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Airport Information

AirNav.com
Online airport directory, fuel prices, business listings, tools for planning fuel stops, Airboss fuel card program, pilot shop, iPhone app

AOPA Airports
Online airport directory, fuel prices, business listings, mobile apps

FAA Digital Airport/Facility Directory (A/FD)
The official Airport/Facility Directory available as downloadable PDF files

FAA Digital Terminal Procedures Publication (TPP) and Airport Diagrams
Approach plates and airport diagrams available as PDF files

Illinois DOT Airport Directory
Searchable online airport directory

Iowa DOT Airport Directory
A clickable map with links to individual airport directory listings

Michigan DOT Airport Directory
Download pages grouped alphabetically as PDF files, or order a hard copy

Minnesota DOT Airport Directory
Download individual pages or the entire directory as PDF files, or order a hard copy

Radar Services for VFR Practice Instrument Approaches within Green Bay Approach Airspace (pdf)
Letter from Green Bay air traffic control

Wisconsin DOT Airport Directory
Download individual pages or the entire directory as PDF files, or order a hard copy

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Weather and Flight Planning

AOPA Internet Flight Planner (members only; free trial available)
Plan routes, view real-time weather maps, obtain FAA-certified weather briefings, check TFRs, file flight plans, and print navigation logs

CSC DUATS
DTC DUAT
Two web sites providing DUATs service -- free FAA-approved weather information, briefings, flight plan filing, and other tools for pilots.  Registration required.

NOAA Aviation Weather Center
Weather information to help pilots better visualize weather and weather-related hazards.  Not a substitute for an official weather briefing obtained from a Flight Service Station or DUATS.

SkyVector
View aeronautical charts online. Zoom in, drag the map, and create a route with "rubber-banding" capability.  Hover the mouse over airports to view weather.  Print sections of maps.  Not for official navigation or preflight use, but a great planning tool.

FltPlan.com
A free service to assist pilots in creating and filing flight plans, obtaining a weather briefing, obtaining navigation logs, and much more.

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FAA Regulations and Guidelines

Advisory Circulars (ACs)
Nonregulatory information on a wide variety of topics

Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
Official guide to basic flight information and ATC procedures

Federal Aviation Regulations
Current and historical aviation regulations listed by part

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Aviation Safety

AOPA Air Safety Institute
Dedicated to making flying easier and safer for general aviation pilots.  Site features interactive online courses, accident analysis, quizzes, safety seminar listings, articles, and CFI certificate renewals.

Joseph T. Nall Report
An annual review of general aviation accidents that occurred in the previous year.

FAA Safety Team
Activities, courses, in-person seminars, WINGS pilot proficiency program

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Aviation Organizations

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)
With a membership base of more than 400,000 pilots and aviation enthusiasts in the United States, AOPA is the largest, most influential aviation association in the world. AOPA has achieved its prominent position through effective advocacy, enlightened leadership, technical competence, and hard work. Providing member services that range from representation at the federal, state, and local levels to legal services, advice, and other assistance, AOPA has built a service organization that far exceeds any other in the aviation community.

Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
EAA is a growing and diverse organization of members with a wide range of aviation interests and backgrounds. EAA was founded in 1953 by a group of individuals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who were interested in building their own airplanes. Through the decades, the organization expanded its mission to include antiques, classics, warbirds, aerobatic aircraft, ultralights, helicopters, and contemporary manufactured aircraft.

Area EAA Chapters:

EAA Chapter 651 - Green Bay

EAA UL Chapter 41 - Neenah

EAA Chapter 444 - Northport / Appleton

EAA Chapter 252 - Oshkosh

Women in Aviation International
A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing networking, education, mentoring, and scholarship opportunities for women and men who are striving for challenging and fulfilling careers in the aviation and aerospace industries.

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Events

Wisconsin Fly-Ins and Air Shows
Calendar of events maintained by the Wisconsin DOT

EAA Calendar of Events
World's Largest Aviation Calendar searchable by distance, state/country, and keywords.

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Social Media

Frontline Aviation Facebook Page
Our flight school's latest happenings

Oshkosh 365
An online community with group discussions and forums, personalized news, weather, and events

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