Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

Knowledge of these inspections is a required element to pass a checkride. These required inspections are vitally important to the safe operation of general aviation aircraft, so even student pilots are required to know the basics to pass a Private Pilot checkride.

Annual Inspection 65

Annual Inspection VOR Instrument Flight Rules Altimeter 65

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Altimeter+ Calculates the altitude of your current location via GPS, or from the built-in barometer included on newer iPhones and iPads.Offers Apple Watch app. Improve your stick and rudder skills as a private pilot go beyond the instrument checkride with these advanced courses.

Weather 91

Weather Pilot Flight Plan Airplanes 91

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

It’s as close to “evasive action” as you can get while flying a general aviation aircraft. Many applicants have failed the checkride due to not clearing the area. Steep turns should be one of the most fun maneuvers pilots learn. Pulling Gs in tight circles only adds to the feeling of overwhelm.

Lift 52

Lift Aileron Drag Pilot 52

Pilot Institute

AUGUST 2, 2024

One of the leading causes of fatal general aviation accidents is the loss of aircraft control. Increasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Decreasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Decreasing altitude – read from your altimeter. Completely disoriented and unsure of which way is up.

Altimeter 52

Altimeter Turbulence Descent Lift 52