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FAA releases AIM update (change 2) effective May 19, 2022
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The FAA recently released change 2 of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) effective May 19, 2022. AIM updates include:



Pilots can now track medical applications in real-time
The FAA recently added a new feature to its online medical application system, MedXPress, that allows pilots to track the status of their medical certificates online throughout the application and review process. Prior to adding this new feature, pilots had to call to check their application status, or, in many cases, remain in the dark.



Pilot/Controller Glossary – change 2 effective May 19, 2022
The Pilot/Controller Glossary was compiled to promote a common understanding of the terms used in the Air Traffic
Control system.



Video tip: takeoff and landing techniques from a short runway
You'll need to modify your takeoff and landing procedures when operating from shorter runways to obtain the maximum performance from the airplane. These techniques will allow you to shorten the ground roll and also provide additional clearance over obstacles if they are present near the runway.


The most important skill for new pilots to master: airspeed control
At the end of the day, is there a single skill that is most important? One that would, if mastered, have the greatest impact on your ability to fly safely? It may not sound as exciting as crosswind landings or short field takeoffs, but learning to precisely control your airspeed is a foundational skill that makes these other skills easier to master. It demands discipline, practice, and attention, but it rewards you with smoother, safer flights.
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