Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

is one of the simplest and best known federal aviation regulations, and it clearly defines the most essential job as a pilot: to be the boss for the entire flight. Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft.

Pilot in Command 95

Pilot in Command Pilot Approach Airplanes 95

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Oh, and did I mention, most of this complex interaction between student and instructor takes place in a cramped and noisy cockpit “classroom,” in turbulence, and in a busy air traffic environment? In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer. Piece of cake.

Flight Deck 96

Flight Deck Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Approach 96

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Dispatchers are often considered “pilots on the ground” and play an important part in airlines. In an airline environment, pilots have many responsibilities. Flight dispatchers also communicate with pilots and update them about weather, turbulence, and other variables that could affect their flight. What Does a Dispatcher Do?

Weather 52

Weather Center of Gravity Turbulence Federal Aviation Regulations 52

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The roar of the engine and loud force of air turbulence can impede communication and damage a pilot’s hearing. The aviation industry projects a positive employment outlook for the next decade. One government study predicts 18,500 openings will become available for airline and commercial pilots every year through 2033.

Pilot 96

Pilot Cockpit Crosswind Federal Aviation Regulations 96

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Oh, and did I mention, most of this complex interaction between student and instructor takes place in a cramped and noisy cockpit “classroom,” in turbulence, and in a busy air traffic environment? In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer. Piece of cake.

Flight Deck 52

Flight Deck Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Approach 52

AV Web

APRIL 15, 2025

Seems the accident helicopter was the subject of a FAA Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR), which specified academic, flight training, qualification, and currency requirements for pilots acting as pilot-in-command. Airlines of all flags have shared woes recently. Again, post-accident formalities proved awkward.

Pilot 52

Pilot Airplanes Runway Descent 52