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A Comprehensive Guide to Pilot Certificates and Ratings

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This guide covers the types of FAA pilot certifications, what they allow you to do, and the steps to achieve them. From Student to Airline Transport Pilot Certificates, find the information you need for your aviation goals. The certifications include the Student Pilot Certificate and the Sport Pilot Certificate.

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Everything You Need To Know About Ailerons

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From simple mechanical linkages in small aircraft to high-tech fly-by-wire systems in airliners, ailerons have evolved with aviation itself. You might be surprised to learn that tiny four-seater Cessna 172s and 140-passenger Boeing 707 airliners both use simple cables for moving the ailerons and elevators!

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