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July 02, 2017

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (07.02.17): Fuel Remaining

Fuel Remaining A phrase used by either pilots or controllers when relating to the fuel remaining on board until actual fuel exhaustion. When transmitting such information in response to either a controller question or pilot initiated cautionary advisory to air traffic control, pilots will state the APPROXIMATE NUMBER OF MINUTES the flight can continue with the fuel remaining. All reserve fuel SHOULD BE INCLUDED in the time stated, as should an allowance for established fuel gauge system error.

Aero Linx: The Utah General Aviation Association (UGAA) The Utah General Aviation Association (UGAA) preserves, promotes, and protects the interests of all involved in and served by General Aviation. The UGAA was formed in 1998 to serve as a voice for general aviation in the State of Utah. Since then they have worked hard to: Monitor state and local laws, ordinances and administrative actions affecting aviation Encourage the construction, improvement, and maintenance of air facilities and airports, both mainstream and back country Conduct activities designed to promote good relations between airport users Advance Ut

"This is a significant milestone in any squadron history by reaching the century mark. It’s particularly appropriate that the Bomber Barons here are spending our 100th dropping bombs in combat.” Source: Lt. Col. Mike Maginness, the 23rd Bomb Squadron commander, speaking about the vital missions the 23rd has carried out for just over 100 years. The 23rd and the associated aircraft maintenance units have played a critical role in delivering combat airpower dating back to June 16, 1917, an astounding record of 100 years of existence.