AOPA safety

ATIS Aug 19, 2026

Sketch for Mastery, Why Drawing Your Aircraft's Systems From Memory Is the Systems Knowledge That Saves You When the Engine Quits

AOPA's 'Sketch for Mastery' tip says drawing your aircraft's systems from memory reveals the knowledge gaps that matter most in an emergency.

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ATIS Jul 29, 2026

Density Altitude and the Summer Trap of Thin Air

Density altitude - pressure altitude corrected for temperature - robs summer lift, thrust, and power, so plan for the airplane you actually have.

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ATIS Jul 1, 2026

The Numbers Behind the Impossible Turn - When to Try It and When to Fly It Straight

The 'impossible turn' after engine failure on departure isn't physically impossible - it's procedurally dangerous without pre-planned altitude minimums and aircraft-specific data.

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