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Great News! Special offer! Buy "Avoid Fatal Flying Traps" by Johan Lottering

ENDORSEMENTS

'It is no secret that the standard of flying in South Africa is dropping, a factor already

recognized by those in authority. What is needed is not more legislation, policing and

other similar such moves, but a sense of greater professionalism by pilots. Flying

today, at all levels from grassroots to the top of the airline profession, demands

utmost professionalism and safety consciousness. Experience is the best teacher. To

obtain that one needs guidance. The very wake up call general aviation needs,

especially in South Africa is a book such as written by Johan Lottering – Avoiding

Fatal Flying Traps. What you learn by reading and digesting the contents could one

day very well save your life'

Tom Chalmers – Editor: World Airnews (Former corporate pilot)

‘Avoiding Fatal Flying Traps should be prescribed study for everyone who flies. The

invaluable insights it provides are brought to life with vivid case studies. The lessons

that can be taken from this work will save many lives. Johan Lottering brings a

lifetime of study and insight to the challenges of flying safely. This book makes his

wealth of experience and expertise available to everyone who flies. It is one of the

best investments in air safety any pilot can make.’

Guy Leitch – Editor: SA Flyer and FlightCom (Private pilot)

‘The right attitude ensures flying safety. Should you wish to make the right attitude

part of your flying career read this book, then read it again. Only then you can allow

others with safety into your aircraft.’

Wouter Botes – Announcer: Radio Pretoria (Commercial pilot)

The Talmud states that if someone saves a life it is as if that person saved the whole

world. It is my considered opinion both as a commercial instrument rated pilot and

as a senior aviation medical examiner that this book will save many lives not only by

virtue of its ease of reading, but more importantly by highlighting common avoidable

mistakes.

Prof. Barry Jacobson - MBChB, MMed, FRCS, PhD

President Southern African Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis

Senior Aviation Medical Examiner

Consultant to Institute of Aviation medicine

What is A.O.P.A. - S.A. ?

AOPA is the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of South Africa. It is a member of US based AOPA International, the largest aviation organisation in the world with 450 000 members. Its vision is the promotion and protection of general aviation. Its functions include governmental advocacy and negotiation, public awareness campaigns, education, collective bargaining and safety awareness.

What do you get for your money?

As a member you will receive representation and participation in the effort to render general aviation economical and safe in South Africa. You will receive a year's subscription to World Airnews Magazine, the official mouthpiece of AOPA. Donor Members will also receive a year's subscription to AOPA Pilot magazine. All members receive a personalised Crew Card identifying the bearer . Other benefits include access to special portals on the forum where AOPA related discussions take place and will allow you to electronically have your say in this great hobby/career that is flying. You will also have access to legal opinions from management members with legal background. Future initiatives include lodge & restaurant rebates.

How much does it cost?

You may choose from 4 types of membership:

Student: R100 per annum (restricted to student pilots)
Full member: R350-00 per annum.
Donor member: R1000 per annum. Includes IAOPA membership and subscription to AOPA Pilot magazine.
Platinum: R2000 or more voluntary sponsorship.

As a registered and paid member, you will automatically gain access to the forum, where you can make yourself heard and do your bit to make flying in SA better, safer and more enjoyable.

How do I apply?

Select your category of membership (see above) and deposit the fee into the account: AOPA, ABSA Brooklyn, 20163909 using your name as reference. Then fax the proof to 0866340322 or e-mail to kosie@iburst.co.za

Click here and follow the instructions.

You can now order this flight bag, (picture above) specially designed for AOPA members. The example shown is for a 210 and it fits exactly in between the two front seats. The bag consists of several sections, some of which containing for example first aid kits and strips or oxygen bottles, remain in the aircraft. The top part is your flight bag which contains your maps and flight log and also your headset, portable GPS and handheld radio. This part is detachable and travels with you.

Click here to take AOPA's safety courses. It is for free and will make you a better pilot.


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