Air Facts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In 2017, I got hired to be the personal pilot for a family in Pennsylvania flying their high-tech, all glass cockpit $5m, Pilatus PC-12NG single engine turboprop. I got hired to be the personal pilot on an all glass cockpit $5m, Pilatus PC-12NG. In fact, I have been their Chief Pilot for nearly eight years.

Clearance 87

Clearance Airplanes Annual Inspection Pilot 87

Learn to Fly

AUGUST 15, 2024

Today, you arrive at the hangar and begin your preflight preparation. Check for any overdue inspections, outstanding Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and the resolution of any previously noted discrepancies. Physical inspection— Conduct a thorough preflight inspection. Pilot preparation— Reflect on your own readiness.

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Visual Flight Rules Federal Aviation Regulations Annual Inspection Checkride 40

Air Facts

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Beginning almost forty years ago, I spent time in the cockpit with a series of pilots whose influence I have only recently started to appreciate. Beginning almost forty years ago, I spent time in the cockpit with a series of pilots whose influence I have only recently started to appreciate. I’ve been a lucky man, indeed.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Checkride Pilot Cockpit 52

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Cockpit instruments and equipment also tend to be configured differently. Higher commitment: Unlike renting, owning means taking on maintenance, inspections, and repairs yourself. Youll need to rent or own a hangar or tie-down spot, which adds to the overall responsibility. Some are sinkers, while others are floaters.

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Airplanes Pilot Annual Inspection General Aviation 52