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Join SAFE at Sun 'N Fun; C-19/20. This enters you in sweepstakes for a Lightspeed "Delta Zulu" headset, an Aerox PrO2 oxygen system, or a Sporty's PJ2+ handheld radio. https://bit.ly/SAFE-3B Members who "step-up" or donate are also eligible to win! #SAFEpilots #CFIpro ...#MasterCFI #flySAFE #SnF23

The SAFE Spring Sweepstakes starts tomorrow (3/20)! Join/Donate/Step-Up to enter for a chance to win a Lightspeed “Delta-Zulu” or AerOx PrO2 oxygen system, or Sporty’s PJ2+ handheld🤣👍 #SAFEpilots #flySAFE #MasterCFI #CFIpro #SnF23 #flySnF #aviation

Takeoff and initial climb contain under-appreciated risk. Add *awareness* to your take-off script *BEFORE* adding power to go flying. https://bit.ly/SAFE-KeyFob See today's #SAFEblog. #flySAFE #CFIpro #MasterCFI #SAFEpilots

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Add Safety (Awareness) *Before* Flight! - Aviation Ideas and Discussion!

Add greater safety to your flying with takeoff awareness and preflight preparation. More CFI emphasis here saves lives.

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Watch this excellent AOPA early analysis of the Winterhaven mid-air. https://bit.ly/SAFE-Mid-Air Many planes still operate without ADS-B and "see-and-avoid" is a trained skill requiring constant vigilance; many lessons here! #flySAFE #CFIpro #MasterCFI #SAFEpilots

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Early Analysis: Midair Collision March 7, 2023 Winter Haven, FL

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education &...

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Mechanical issues are the root cause of many accidents. We need to maintain vigilance and sharp maintenance techs. to find these *before* trouble occurs. Here are some known bad actors from incident reports! #flySAFE #CFIpro #MasterCFI #SAFEpilots

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Getting The Shaft - Aviation Safety

Cessna U206E Stationair Broken Fuel Selector Shaft The fuel selector shaft’s top u-joint (p/n 1216608200) was twisted and a tab broke as the pilot...

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IFR safety depends on fastidious attention to detail and comprehension of nuanced differences. https://bit.ly/SAFE-SBP Read this great article explaining some IFR subtleties that can snare the unaware pilot. #flySAFE #CFIpro #MasterCFI #SAFEpilots

Beta is pursuing certification of a conventional TO/L electric aircraft, which uses airport runways, while simultaneously working on eVTOL technology. The Avia plane has flown a total of 22,000 miles and completed a 386-mile flight during two years of human-crewed testing. Compare a $20 recharge to... $500-$700 in fuel for a similar turbine. #flySAFE #CFIpro #MasterCFI #SAFEpilots #betaflight

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Electric plane manufacturer BETA Technologies aims for eCTOL and eVTOL markets

The Burlington, Vermont-based company is well on its way to certification.

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Help us create the aviation education profession we all want... An organization that promotes accountability, transparency, professionalism and fairness in everything we do.  Join SAFE today!

I believe SAFE is bringing a new level of professionalism and pride to being an aviation educator”

- R. Hempel, TX

VISIT SAFE At Major Air Shows

Each year, SAFE participates in Air Shows across the country.  Starting in the spring with Sun-n-Fun in Lakeland, Florida thru the Summer and Fall months at EAA AirVenture, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.  Stop by our booth to discover the ways SAFE supports Aviation Educators. 

SAFE members-only Online Training Courses

SAFE provides a members-only Resource Center, with online courses and teaching aids.

These resources are available for members after logging in to our members only website.

Top 5 Reasons to Join SAFE:


Reason #1: 


SAFE is a Member-Centric Organization


  • Members Elect 100% of the Board of Directors
  • All Directors held accountable to the membership
  • Members have a say in governance and other activities
  • Member recognition for outstanding contributions to the organization
  • No other comparable organization comes close to this open governance model!

Reason #2: 


Our Exclusive Member Benefits


  • Discounts available from more than two dozen corporate partners
  • Discounted subscription to FLYING Magazine (print and digital)*
  • Comprehensive CFI Lability Insurance Program
  • Needs-based Mentoring Program
  • Members-Only Resource Center
  • Special Activities for members and special guests
  • The only organization of it's kind offering such an array of benefits!

Reason #3: 


Ability to Promote Yourself Through the SAFE Website


  • Your listing included in our online Find a SAFE Member database
  • Your profile included in SAFE's directory of Member profiles
  • Your events and news considered for posting in the "Calendar of Events" and "News" areas
  • Increase your credibility/visibility as an expert by contributing to our online Resource Centers
  • Interact with other members across the spectrum of aviation topics

Reason #4: 


Support & Defense of Members' Interests


Reason #5: 


Aviation Educators Worldwide are Welcome


  • Open to anyone involved, or even interested in Aviation Education on any level
  • Recognition that "Aviation Education" is far broader than just flight instruction
  • Sponsor of K-12 Classroom Teacher Grants
  • The only organization of it's kind where different aviation education disciplines can interact and coordinate efforts!

"I am truly impressed by the efforts and accomplishments of SAFE…. The desire to be a member centric organization is the main draw. SAFE has earned the respect of many big names in aviation and that says a lot…"

- J. Runner, CA

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The SAFE Toolkit App is the "go to news and tools" for the professional aviation educator.  Includes quick reference guides for instructor endorsements, Test Codes Key, ACS/PTS/FAR/AIM, Tail Number Lookups, FAA Wings Decoder and so much more.