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?
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You see streaks of oil on the windshield?
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You’re in solid IFR and you experience a failed gyro?
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You’re in solid IFR and ATC doesn’t hear your radio calls?
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You detect a subtle increase in vibration?
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The #3 cylinder EGT goes noticeably high?
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The low voltage light activates intermittently?
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The landing gear chatters during extension?
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The landing gear does not retract?
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Oil is dripping from the tail?
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You really need to fly today and it is snowing like crazy?
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You’re flying in winter and you and your passengers complain of headaches?
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The kids say they are cold?
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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

Tucson AZFri, Apr 24Ryan Airfield
Kassel GermanyFri, Jun 12Kassel Airport
Manchester NHFri, Sep 11Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Wichita KSTBD October 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Ai
Kerrville TX with Mooney MAX (Not on Sale Yet)TBD October 2026Kerrville Texas
Williamsburg VATBD September 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)Newport News/Williamsburg International
Grand Rapids MITBD June 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Lakeland FLTBD January 2027 (Not on Sale Yet)Lakeland Linder International Airport
Santa Maria CATBD April 2027 (Not On Sale Yet)Santa Maria Airport
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
