{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"SMAC341 FAA Compliance Program","description":"The FAA Compliance Program Explained This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC - you can find them at https:\/\/www.strumorlaw.com\/ The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC, handles various aviation matters, including FAA safety investigations and pilot medical certifications. You can find them on the web at https:\/\/www.strumorlaw.com\/ Cruise Flight: Talking Points: Also referred to as the or \u201cCompliance Program.\u201d (Previously \u201c\u201cCompliance Philosophy\u201d) \u2022 Works on the premise that errors should be corrected not punished \u2022 Voluntary Participation \u2022 Work with FAA inspector, do not ignore FAA investigations \u2022 Compliance Action may be as simple as coaching over the phone, or may have additional steps like a flight with aa CFI \u2022 Generally does not result in legal action \u2022 Generally not placed in the Pilot Records Database (PRD) \u2022 Compliance Actions are much less hassle than legal actions Filing an Aviation Safety Report (ASR, aka NASA Form) not required but a good idea. Save the confirmation number, and save a copy of the report. From FAA website: \u201cThe Compliance Program represents a focus on using \u2014 where appropriate \u2014 non-enforcement methods, or "Compliance Actions." A Compliance Action can be described as FAA's non-enforcement methods for correcting unintentional deviations or noncompliance that arise from factors such as flawed systems and procedures, simple mistakes, lack of understanding, or diminished skills. A Compliance Action is not a legal adjudication, nor does it constitute a finding of violation.\u201d \u2022 Information provided can be used in future investigations and legal proceedings by the FAA, but compliance is almost always the best option After Landing Checklist: Pick Of The Week: https:\/\/amzn.to\/446pp13 He\u2019s a former Blackhawk pilot just trying to put his past behind him\u2014but when a plane goes missing, Luke Angel is the only one who can untangle the truth. If you love flying fiction that actually gets the aviation right, check out TROPIC ANGEL by Nate Van Coops. It\u2019s the first in a series of fast-paced aviation thrillers featuring seaplanes, shady airports, and a pilot who just wants a quiet life\u2014but always gets pulled back into the action. The books are narrated by Scott Brick, one of the best in the business, and book three hits audio soon. So if you like your mysteries airborne and expertly voiced, start now with TROPIC ANGEL on Audible. Links: Upcoming Events and Air Shows: Florida International Airshow November 1-2, 2025 https:\/\/www.floridaairshow.com","author_name":"Stuck Mic AvCast - An Aviation Podcast About Learning to Fly, Living to Fly, and Loving to Fly!","author_url":"http:\/\/stuckmicavcast.libsyn.com","html":"