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Proficiency Programs

Improving aviation safety for Mooney pilots

FAA regulations require a pilot to maintain currency in order to exercise the privileges for carrying passengers, carrying passengers at night, and/or instrument flying.  Depending on the situation, currency can be satisfied by a minimum of various operations (landings and take-offs, instrument approaches, etc.) AND Biannual Flight Reviews. However, currency doesn’t necessary equate to proficiency.  Currency is merely the minimum standards as required by the FAA to remain legal. Proficiency, on the other hand, is being prepared to handle aviation situations safely.
The Mooney Safety Foundation’s pilot proficiency programs focus on the skills that allow pilots to fly safely and with confidence.  Imagine how you would deal with following “What ifs”:

What if?

  • You see streaks of oil on the windshield?

  • You’re in solid IFR and you experience a failed gyro?

  • You’re in solid IFR and ATC doesn’t hear your radio calls?

  • You detect a subtle increase in vibration?

  • The #3 cylinder EGT goes noticeably high?

  • The low voltage light activates intermittently?

  • The landing gear chatters during extension?

  • The landing gear does not retract?

  • Oil is dripping from the tail?

  • You really need to fly today and it is snowing like crazy?

  • You’re flying in winter and you and your passengers complain of headaches?

  • The kids say they are cold?

  • Your spouse will not fly with you?

These situations, and many more, are addressed in the Pilot Proficiency Programs. (Of course, our pilots get a BFR log-book sign-off, too.)

Upcoming Events

Give us three days and we’ll make you a safer pilot!

Refund and Cancellation Policy

 

Registration fees are subject to the following refund and cancellation terms. All refunds are issued minus any non-refundable processing and service fees.

 

Cancellation Schedule
  • More than four (4) weeks prior to the scheduled event: No cancellation penalty will apply. A full refund, less applicable processing and service fees, will be issued.

  • Two (2) to four (4) weeks prior to the scheduled event: A cancellation penalty equal to forty percent (40%) of the registration fee will be retained. The remaining balance, less applicable processing and service fees, will be refunded or credited at the organization’s discretion.

  • One (1) to two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled event: A cancellation penalty of $650 will be retained. Any remaining balance, less applicable processing and service fees, will be refunded or credited at the organization’s discretion.

  • Less than seven (7) days prior to the scheduled event: All registration fees are forfeited. No refunds or credits will be issued.

 

Weather-Related Cancellations

If a cancellation is due to adverse weather conditions, the Board will review the circumstances on a case-by-case basis. Any refund or credit issued as a result of such review is at the sole discretion of the Board and is not guaranteed.

Policy Enforcement

This policy is effective upon publication on this website and applies to all registrations. By completing registration, participants acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Refund and Cancellation Policy.

Explanation:

Hotels are making us guarantee how many guest we have at least 20 days before the class, and we are penalized for the entire amount of the hotel stay when the pilot cancels within that 20 day period. Additionally, we have instructors that have made airline and rental car arrangements to attend which adds to the costs of the Program when students cancel.

 

​Please note that lodging is not included in your registration. Lodging information, logistics, and scheduling details are located on the web site when you purchase tickets. click on the "Show More".

 
We will reserve a block of rooms, but you will need to contact the hotel directly to book your stay before the cutoff date to get the discounted rate.

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CONTACT
Lela Hughes
CELL: 210-289-6939
EMAIL: lelahughes49@gmail.com

FACEBOOK: Mooney Safety Foundation

  • Tucson AZ
    Tucson AZ
    Fri, Apr 24
    Apr 24, 2026, 6:00 AM – Apr 26, 2026, 9:00 AM
    Ryan Airfield, 9698 W Tucson-Ajo Hwy, Tucson, AZ 85735, USA
    Come and join us for a weekend of Mooney training including ground and flight sessions Qualifying for a FR and an IPC in your ship with our qualified instructors. We do these Mooney Pilot Proficiency Program at varying locations around the country. Click the "Buy Ticket" button for more information.
  • Kassel Germany
    Kassel Germany
    Jun 12, 2026, 6:00 AM – Jun 14, 2026, 9:00 AM
    Kassel Airport, Fieseler-Storch-Straße 40, 34379 Calden, Germany
    Come and join us for a weekend of Mooney training in Germany. Sign up info is at the link below in the about the event section.
  • Manchester NH
    Manchester NH
    Fri, Sep 11
    Sep 11, 2026, 6:00 AM – Sep 13, 2026, 9:00 AM
    Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, 1 Airport Rd, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
    Come and join us for a weekend of Mooney training including ground and flight sessions Qualifying for a FR and an IPC in your ship with our qualified instructors. We do these Mooney Pilot Proficiency Program at varying locations around the country. Click the "Buy Ticket" button for more information.
  • Wichita KS
    Wichita KS
    TBD October 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)
    TBD October 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)
    Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Ai, 2277 Eisenhower Airport Pkwy, Wichita, KS 67209, USA
    Come and join us for a weekend of Mooney training including ground and flight sessions Qualifying for a FR and an IPC in your ship with our qualified instructors. We do these Mooney Pilot Proficiency Program at varying locations around the country. Click the "Buy Ticket" button for more information.
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