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Sep 8, 2026 · Flight Training6 Best Apps for Pilots | A Guide for Student PilotsIn this article you’ll find the 6 apps every student pilot should have on their tablet or phone. Imagine if the Apollo astronauts who landed on the Moon had had…Read →
Sep 8, 2026 · Flight Training7 Aviation Podcasts Every Pilot Should Listen ToIn this post I’m sharing some of the best pilot podcasts I enjoy on my drive to the airport. Podcasts are a fantastic way to dive into the world of aviation. Like…Read →
Sep 8, 2026 · Flight TrainingUsing Flight Simulators During Flight TrainingFlight simulators have been popular personal computer games since Microsoft released Version 1.0 of Flight Simulator in 1982. Technology and graphics have come a long…Read →
Sep 8, 2026 · Flight TrainingHow to Replace Your Lost Pilot’s LicenseMisplaced your pilot’s license and not sure how to get it back? Whether you lost your pilot’s license recently or it’s been missing for a while, the replacement…Read →
Sep 8, 2026 · Airline Pilot CareerHow To Get an FCC LicenseIn aviation, we spend a lot of time discussing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the associated rules and regulations. But there are other agencies and…Read →
Sep 1, 2026 · Airline Pilot CareerFinding the Best Airline to Work for As a PilotTrying to pick the best airline to work for as a pilot? As someone who recently went through this process and has started working as an airline pilot I’ll share my…Read →
Sep 1, 2026 · Flight TrainingCan Airplanes Fly in the Rain?The simple answer is yes, airplanes fly in the rain. Modern aircraft are built to handle a wide range of weather conditions, and rain by itself is rarely a…Read →
Sep 1, 2026 · Flight TrainingAirplane Lights and What They MeanIn this article we’re going to cover exactly what airplane lights mean. An important part of a pilot’s job is flipping switches. Not only does flipping switches look…Read →
Sep 1, 2026 · Flight TrainingHow Much Does a Cessna 172 Cost?The price of a new Cessna 172 runs between $450,000 and $600,000, while a used Cessna Skyhawk can range from $50,000 to $300,000 depending on age, configuration, and…Read →
Aug 26, 2026 · Flight TrainingICEFLAGS – 8 Illusions Pilots Must KnowFlying can play tricks on your senses. As a pilot, you may experience aviation illusions, sensations that don’t match what’s really happening with your aircraft.…Read →
Aug 26, 2026 · Flight TrainingDo You Know The 5 Types of Altitude in Aviation?In this article we’ll explore the different types of altitude every pilot needs to understand. Most ground-pounders think of altitude in black-and-white terms—how high…Read →
Aug 26, 2026 · Flight TrainingThe Pilot’s Bill of Rights: How Does it Protect You?The Pilot’s Bill of Rights (PBR) is a federal law that gives pilots and other FAA certificate holders specific rights during FAA enforcement actions. Before the…Read →
Aug 25, 2026 · Gear for PilotsFaro G2 ANR Headset ReviewA pilot’s headset choices have been set by budget for decades, and this Faro G2 ANR aviation headset review will show you how that changes at under $400. Most pilots…Read →
Aug 25, 2026 · Flight Training10 Worst Aviation Movies of All TimeSometimes, you’re stoked to sit down and enjoy a good aviation flick, only to become disgruntled halfway through. That’s not what air traffic control would say! What…Read →
Aug 25, 2026 · Flight TrainingWhat Is Dutch Roll?Deep in the pages of the aerodynamics manual, you come across some of those big things that you don’t think about too much when flying little planes. One of those…Read →
Aug 25, 2026 · Flight TrainingWhat Does a Chief Pilot Do?Nearly every type of aviation operator, from flight schools to the major airlines, has a chief pilot. In many ways, it’s a generic term that means exactly what it…Read →
Aug 25, 2026 · Flight TrainingBest Flight Simulators: X-Plane vs MSFSFlight simulators can be great aids to help you with flight training. No matter what type of computer you have at home, you can download one of these programs and get…Read →Aug 19, 2026 · Press ReleasesThrust Flight Expands East With New Virginia Campus and Hampton University PartnershipThrust Flight partners with Hampton University’s Flight Education program at its first Virginia campus, which will also offer Zero Time to Airline® and A&P mechanic…Read →
Aug 17, 2026 · Flight Training10 Famous Female Pilots Everyone Should KnowAviation history is filled with remarkable women who have broken barriers and set new standards. This article highlights ten famous female pilots whose contributions…Read →
Aug 17, 2026 · Airline Pilot CareerEnvoy Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as an Envoy Air PilotEnvoy Air is a U.S Regional airline founded in 1984 as American Eagle. It was a collection of regional airlines that carried the American Eagle brand name. In 2014 the…Read →
Aug 17, 2026 · Airline Pilot CareerAir Wisconsin Pilot Salary | Work as an Air Wisconsin PilotThis article provides an overview of Air Wisconsin pilot pay, offering insights into the financial aspects of a career with the airline. With salaries varying based on…Read →
Aug 7, 2026 · Flight TrainingUnited vs Delta vs American Airlines for PilotsChoosing the best airlines to work for as a pilot is no easy task. You want to pick the best option for your career. The top three U.S. airlines – United, Delta, and…Read →
Aug 1, 2026 · Flight TrainingAilerons – What are They, and How do They Work?Ailerons are one of the main controls you use to fly the plane, so it’s important to understand how ailerons work. This is also one of those times when understanding a…Read →
Jul 16, 2026 · Flight TrainingWhat Are the Best Ways to Find Airline Job Openings Online?The best ways to find airline job openings online are specialized aviation job boards like Aviation Job Search, JSfirm, and AeroScout, applying directly through…Read →Reading about it is the cheap part.
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