Northstar VFR

OCTOBER 6, 2024

The checkride feels like an event in the distant future. The next thing you know, the instructor says it’s time to schedule your checkride and asks, “You’ve been studying for the oral exam, right?” Don’t let your checkride preparation sneak up on you! The Airman Certification Standards (ACS) is the guide to the checkride.

Checkride 74

Checkride Pilot Aeronautical Information Manual Drag 74

Northstar VFR

JULY 28, 2024

By Ally Melick CRJ Pilot, CFI-I, MEI The Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM) is the pilot’s bible. From picking a flight school to how many hours you can work as an airline pilot, the FAR AIM has all of the answers. Other noteworthy contents in part 91 are 91.3

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Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI A flight review is a periodic evaluation of a pilot’s aeronautical knowledge and basic flying skills. To operate safely in the National Airspace System, the FAA requires certificated pilots to be assessed a minimum of every 24 calendar months. What does a pilot do on a flight review?

Checkride 60

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Northstar VFR

JULY 2, 2023

By Jordan Bullock CFI, FO B737 Almost every single pilot at some point or another has heard of the FAR/AIM. We’ll break down some important regulations all pilots should be aware of later, but for now let's discuss the formatting. For example, qualifications required for each type of pilot license would be in section 61 (aka Part 61).

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Federal Aviation Regulations Aeronautical Information Manual Crosswind Pilot 52