Flight planning is also an important part of any flight. Too often in my life, I have needed to make changes to a route. Weather, mechanical and human factors contribute to the safe outcome of a flight. Human factors also contribute to aeronautical decision-making and is important to the safe outcome of a flight. Many pilots feel that their instrument flying skills have deteriorated over time but are too embarrassed to seek the help of a professional flight instructor. Don’t think you are alone, as I see many pilots who cannot hand-fly an approach. When this happens, I encourage you to call a flight instructor for help. You will be surprised at how quickly these skills can improve. Safe flying and enjoy reading Midwest Flyer Magazine!
EDITOR’S NOTE: Michael J. “Mick” Kaufman is a Certified Instrument Flight Instructor (CFII) and the program manager of flight operations with the “Bonanza/Baron Pilot Training” organization. He conducts pilot clinics and specialized instruction throughout the U.S. in many makes and models of aircraft, which are equipped with a variety of avionics. Mick is based in Richland Center (93C) and Eagle River, Wisconsin (KEGV). He was named “FAA’s Safety Team Representative of the Year” for Wisconsin in 2008. Readers are encouraged to email questions to captmick@me.com or call 817-988-0174. DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this column is the expressed opinion of the author only, and readers are advised to seek the advice of their personal flight instructor and others, and refer to the Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA Aeronautical Information Manual and instructional materials before attempting any procedures discussed herein. q
Celebrates Four Decades of Service
WATERTOWN, WIS – Wisconsin Aviation, a leader in the general aviation services industry, was founded on July 22, 1981, by Owner/President/CEO Jeff Baum – four decades ago! From the beginning, Baum’s mission was to be an organization which customers would want to do business with, and a place where its colleagues would want to work. The company’s focus has always been to deliver the best possible customer service. This was true 40 years ago and still holds true today. “This year marks a significant milestone in our company’s history, and we would like to thank our customers, partners, employees, and vendors for their trust, loyalty, and support of the Wisconsin Aviation mission and strategy,” said Jeff Baum. “From three employees in 1981 to 140 today, from piston Senecas to Citation jets, from a 3200-foot runway to Dane County Regional, it’s been quite a journey. The challenges seem to come from more directions, but so do the opportunities. We are proud of where we have come from, but even more excited about where we can go. We will do it by concentrating on providing the best customer service, prudent financial
The Watertown Municipal Airport terminal building in Watertown, Wisconsin, and Wisconsin Aviation’s home at the time of its inception in 1981.
management, and making sure we enjoy the journey along the way.” The Wisconsin Aviation team consists of over 140 employees, with several serving the company for over 30 years. The corporation has grown from its meager beginnings in 1981 at Watertown Municipal Airport, its corporate headquarters, to Dodge County Airport in Juneau (1983), and then to its flagship operation at Dane County Regional Airport in Madison (1994). The company’s full lineup of general aviation services includes air charter, flight training, aircraft rental, maintenance, avionics, interiors, aircraft sales and management, and ramp services. Wisconsin Aviation has supported the general aviation industry by being longstanding members of many associations, including the following: Air Charter Safety Foundation, National Air Transportation Association (NATA), National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA), Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), among many others. To learn more about Wisconsin Aviation and its services, visit www.WisconsinAviation.com.
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