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Mar 4, 2025 · Flight TrainingWhat Is CTAF and How Do You Use It? | CTAF vs UNICOMIn this article we’re going to explore the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency, also known as CTAF. Radio communications can be one of the most stressful parts of…Read →
Mar 3, 2025 · Flight TrainingHigh Wing vs Low Wing: Which is Better?In this article we’re going to wade into one of the great aviation debates, high wing vs low wing. Many things have no good answer, yet people debate them endlessly.…Read →
Feb 22, 2025 · Flight TrainingWhat Happens When You Lose Contact with ATC?Lost comms are high on the pilot stressful-scenario scale, but not because there’s anything inherently dangerous about not having radios. Instead, it’s the complex set…Read →
Feb 13, 2025 · Flight TrainingWhat is the Fastest Jet in the World? Discover 16 Contenders“I wanna go fast.” Ricky Bobby said it, and most pilots have said it, too. And while NASCAR drivers do get to go fast (212 mph is the record, which is 184 knots or…Read →
Feb 5, 2025 · Flight TrainingPerforming the Cessna 172 Preflight ChecklistSometimes called the walk-around, the Cessna 172 preflight checklist is the initial inspection a pilot makes of the aircraft right before they take it flying. It’s a…Read →
Feb 4, 2025 · Flight TrainingTypes of Pilot Licenses – A Guide for New PilotsThis article provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of pilot licenses available for aspiring pilots. In the US, a pilot license is issued by the FAA…Read →
Feb 1, 2025 · Flight TrainingWhat Is the Difference Between AIRMETs and SIGMETs?In this article we’re going to explore the difference between AIRMETs and SIGMETs, and understand the types of sigmets and how they differ from airmets. A wise pilot…Read →
Jan 14, 2025 · Flight TrainingLearn Airplane Parts & Their Function in Our Essential GuideThe anatomy of an airplane is complex, with each component meticulously designed for safety, efficiency, and performance. In this article we’ll go over all of the…Read →
Jan 13, 2025 · Flight TrainingCategory, Class, and Type of Aircraft: What Pilots Must KnowWhen I first started my flight training I found it difficult to remember the difference between category, class, and type of aircraft. If you’re a new pilot, hopefully…Read →
Jan 13, 2025 · Flight TrainingHelp Flight Students Overcome Learning PlateausFlight instructors know that learning plateaus are a natural part of learning a new skill. It’s happened to all of us at one point during our training. You’re…Read →
Jan 2, 2025 · Flight TrainingUnderstanding V-Speeds | Vx, Vy, Va, Vs, Vfe, and MoreHow fast can that plane fly? Or, as pilots, we know to ask the more interesting question: How slow can that plane fly? But there are tons of other speeds that pilots…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Flight TrainingA TOMATO FLAMES | FLAPS | GRAB CARD DIn this article we’ll cover easy ways to remember an aircraft’s required equipment. When learning to fly, the question often arises: what would you do if this were…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Flight TrainingHow to Become a Pilot: A Step-by-Step GuideThis article is here to teach you how to become a pilot and give you a more complete understanding of how long it will take, your eligibility, and the cost. People…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Flight TrainingThe Difference Between VFR vs IFRWhen you first start flying, one of the most challenging concepts to pin down is the difference between IFR vs VFR. VFR and IFR are the two different sets of rules for…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Flight Training4 Best Handheld Aviation Radios | The Best Radios for PilotsIn this post, we’ll take a look at the best handheld aviation radios and showcase two of the most popular brands: Icom vs Yaesu. One piece of backup equipment that…Read →
Dec 10, 2024 · Flight TrainingWhat Is an Airworthiness Certificate?The FAA doesn’t just license pilots. It also licenses mechanics, air traffic controllers, businesses like airlines, maintenance shops, flight schools, and even…Read →
Dec 9, 2024 · Flight TrainingWhat Is an Airworthiness Directive?Understanding airworthiness directives is vital for every pilot, especially airplane owners. Many people are familiar with recalls in the car world. Car makers work…Read →
Dec 9, 2024 · Flight TrainingThe Differences Between Parts 91, 121, and 135In this post I’ll cover the differences between Part 91 vs 121 vs 135. It’s not uncommon to hear a DPE say, “Here is your ticket to learn more,” as they hand you your…Read →
Dec 9, 2024 · Flight TrainingUltralight Aircraft | Airplanes You Fly Without a Pilot LicenseIn this article I’ll cover exactly what airplanes you can fly without a pilot license. Love aviation but not sure you want to go through the time and expense of…Read →
Dec 9, 2024 · Flight TrainingHow Much Does a Plane Cost?What pilot hasn’t dreamed about owning their own plane? Imagine driving to the airport ramp and pulling up to your craft, hopping in, and flying wherever you like,…Read →
Dec 7, 2024 · Flight TrainingAircraft Holding Patterns – What They are & How to Fly ThemThe term “holding pattern” is probably the aviation term most often borrowed by non-aviators – the phrase is even included in the Merriam-Webster dictionary as a…Read →
Dec 7, 2024 · Flight TrainingIFR Acronyms Every Instrument Pilot Should KnowIn this post we’ll walk through a few IFR acronyms every instrument pilot should memorize. Pilots are crazy for acronyms. If a non-pilot walks up to a group of pilots…Read →
Dec 4, 2024 · Flight TrainingFlying Basics – How to Fly a PlaneIn this article we’re going to cover flying basics; how airplanes fly and the basic parts of an airplane. They say that the flying is the easy part. Once you start…Read →
Dec 4, 2024 · Flight TrainingHow to Chair FlyIn this article I’m going to teach you how to chair fly. As a CFI, I’ve walked many students through the process of chair flying. I’ve put together my exact advice in…Read →Reading about it is the cheap part.
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