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June the National Safety Month and we are going to talk about keeping our passengers and ourselves safe in our home and workplace which is the airport. – This is the National Safety Council’s annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace

Preflight:

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC – you can find them at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https://www.strumorlaw.com/

Cruise Flight:

Talking Points:

Safety is more than just flying. We operate in a unique environment both on the ground and in flight.
Hangar Safety.
What tools do you have in your hangar?
Fire extinguisher
Eye cleaning supplies
Chocks – never trust the parking brake
Tie down in open t hanger
Accident prevention
Evacuation Plan
Adequate lighting in your hangar.
Fall prevention.
Pest control. Matt suggested fire ant powder
Airport operation safety
Walking at the airport
Driving at the airport.
Slow down!
Stop and pick up or report FOD.
Hangar & Airport Security
Everyone is the eyes and ears.
https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security

After Landing Checklist:

Pick Of The Week:

Carl – https://www.redcross.org learn first aid, cpr, and more.

Russ – Remote pick of the week.

Leslie – AOPA General Aviation TSA Security Awareness Training
https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/online-learning/online-courses/general-aviation-security

Chris – https://www.avemco.com/

Links:

https://www.nsc.org
https://www.avemco.com/

https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes

https://nbaa.org/aircraft-operations/safety/hangar-ground-safety/

Upcoming Events and Air Shows:

Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025
https://www.floridaairshow.com