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Monthly Archives: January 2014

Untapped Potential of Flight Simulation – AOPA

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Scott Manley

 

I subscribe to AOPA’s electronic newsletter.  One of today’s Top Stories was Simulation’s Untapped Potential.  I can relate.

 

Posted in Interesting Reading

gliderCFI.com hires Megan Strickland to design this site

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Scott Manley

 

As yet another indication of his dedication to excellence, CFIG Scott Manley has retained the services of Megan Strickland to design, develop, and consult on his new website. 

 

Is Ms. Strickland an artistic geek or a geeky artist?  You decide.

 

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