How does this automated WINGS – Pilot Proficiency Program differ from the old Wings Award Program?
The old (paper-based) Wings Award Program was in place for many years. After some time, it became apparent that the safety goals were not being achieved with that program. While pilots were required to fly with an instructor, there were no standards of performance established; it was simply time-based. The new (automated) WINGS – Pilot Proficiency Program was instituted to overcome that deficiency. This program is proficiency based. While we applaud the efforts of pilots in achieving Wings awards (and receiving Wings pins), that old program has ended. When pilots earn a Phase of WINGS in the new program, the phase numbers start over with 1. Note that in the old program, 20 phases were authorized. There is no limit to the number of Phases a pilot may earn in the new WINGS Program.
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