Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

It shows the navigation track, weather, and traffic. Data Display With both of these cockpits, the flight data is displayed differently. In glass cockpits, the data from the pitot-static system is processed through an air data computer. Glass cockpits can display extra information, including weather, traffic, and moving maps.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 16, 2024

The written exam, known as the PAR (private pilot airplane) or PPL written, is a multiple-choice timed knowledge test. The written test is taken at a computer testing center and requires an endorsement from a CFI stating the student is ready to take the test. Airplanes have a weight limit, and limitations on where weight is placed.

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Density Altitude Pilot Center of Gravity VOR 80

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Be wary about putting money on account at a flight school unless it has a refund policy and it is in writing. If you are pursuing a certificate to fly an airplane, you will need to have it before you are allowed to solo. Learn to Use a Mechanical E6-B Flight Computer Don’t let it intimidate you.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

For example, one could be an L-shaped, military-issue C-cell battery strapped to a shoulder harness so it projects on the instrument panel during night flights. A kneeboard is like a lap desk you use in the airplane. Courtesy: Sporty’s Pilot Shop] Kneeboard A kneeboard is like a lap desk you use in the airplane.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

The student pilot may initially struggle to understand the functions of an E6B flight computer. But pilots around the globe rely on this indispensable gadget for charting their flights, crunching numbers to determine time in transit, fuel usage, and necessary adjustments for wind shifts. Be careful interpreting the scales.

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Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 30, 2025

Flight simulator software/hardware One of the best ways to refine flight maneuvers and procedures without the cost of renting an aircraft (and burning avgas) is with a flight simulator. Portable aviation weather and traffic receiver Weather is one of the most critical considerations for every pilot.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2025

When flying through a high-pressure weather system, the same volume of air contains more molecules. The opposite is true for low-pressure weather systems. Flight Computers Flight computers such as the E6B have the functionality to calculate density altitude.

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Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 2, 2024

2 Headset Airplanes are noisy. Aviation Weather Handbook ($49.95) FAR/AIM ($19.95) Airplane Flying Handbook ($17.95) Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowlege ($17.95) #4 Fuel Tester One of the many pre-flight tasks pilots perform on aircraft involves fuel, and it’s not just confirming you have enough for your flight and required reserve.

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Fear of Landing

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

I hope you enjoy her account of navigating instrument failure in severe weather conditions – a situation that would test any pilot’s skills and nerve. How I conquered malfunctioning instruments in bad weather…on a scheduled flight that should’ve never taken off! ” He ignores me. Gavin sniggers.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

Landing an airplane is not easy, even for experienced pilots. But don’t hang up your headset just because the weather isn’t perfect. Plan for the Conditions During your flight planning: Look up the expected winds at your estimated arrival time. Use weather forecast charts, METARs, and Terminal Area Forecasts (TAFs).

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Professional Pilot

JUNE 10, 2024

S enior readers probably recall risking back strain just to board their airplanes lugging a bag with up to 40 lb of charts, manuals, and miscellaneous paper. For most pilots, electronic flight bags (EFBs) have sent all that paper for recycling. Automatic flight logging and reporting.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Additional training in night flying and cross-country flights (flights over 50 nautical miles). Alongside flight training, you’re going to take ground school classes. You’ll learn about aviation theory, including aerodynamics, weather, navigation, and FAA regulations. What Is an Introductory Flight?

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