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Hong Kong investigators release report on Atlas Air 747-400F hydraulic failure

Aerotime

There were four crew members and one passenger on board the cargo jet. After following the appropriate checklist and consulting the Atlas Air’s ground office, the pilot in command decided to return to Hong Kong. The crew dumped fuel and made a PAN-PAN call, before the aircraft made an ILS approach back to runway 25R.

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

Pilot Institute

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Palm Springs Air Museum Brings a SAAB 35 Draken Home

Vintage Aviation News

One month later, the Madame Butterfly arrived at Port Hueneme, California, and its cargo of Drakens were then brought to Inyokern Airport for reassembly and certification. After declaring an emergency the pilot climbed to 35,000 feet, where its engine flamed out. This is where AT-155 was registered with the FAA as N155XD.

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13 Low Hour Pilot Jobs To Jumpstart Your Career

Pilot Job Central

Part 135 Second In Command Part 135 operations involve carrying either cargo or passengers for hire. Part 135 often involves advanced and high performance airplanes that require 2 pilot crew. Serving as a first officer in part 135 does not require an airline transport pilot rating. Instrument rating. Instrument rating.

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Plane and Pilot

Reggie is the pilot in command and Bakeberg is the significant other turned right-seater, weatherwoman, trip planner, idea bouncer, and content gatherer, have owned N22318 since 2020. Young and young-at-heart pilots approach Reggie and Bakeburg everywhere they go to get an up-close-and-personal look at 22318.

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Fight The Pilot Shortage: Steps To Take After Receiving A PPL

Inflight Pilot Training

The training covers topics such as flight planning, navigation and instrument approaches. A commercial license allows you to fly for hire and compensation, and is necessary if you want to work as a professional pilot. To obtain an instrument rating, you will need to complete additional flight training beyond the PPL.

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Charting Your Course: Complete Guide to Airline Pilot Cadet Programs

Pilot Job Central

Through financial incentives, scholarships, and clear career progression paths, cadet programs aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates, including those who may not have previously considered a pilot career. Restrictive Career Path Once a pilot applicant has begun a cadet program it can be difficult to get out of the established path.

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