Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

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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Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Pilot in Command Crosswind 52

Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Pilots observe checklist use and learn their importance starting at the first flight lesson. Checklist use is an element that pilots are tested on during checkrides at every level of training. Following a checklist ensures that procedures for safe flight, aircraft operation, and emergencies are followed.

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Pilot Weather Checkride Annual Inspection 72

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Air Navigation Pro This flight planning and GPS navigation app is designed for VFR pilots and offers international support, including charts for the US, Europe, South America and more. FlashPass eAPIS Pilots flying internationally across any US bordermust submit passenger manifests to US Customs. Are you current?

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Weather Pilot Flight Plan Airplanes 91

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

This is a crucial skill for any professional pilot, as it enables them to safely navigate through adverse weather conditions and avoid hard-to-see obstacles. To obtain an instrument rating, you will need to complete additional flight training beyond the PPL.

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Pilot in Command Airline 52

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires at least 40 hours of flight time, though most students take around 50 to 70 hours to become proficient enough to pass the checkride. Key Components of PPL Training: The training includes both flight hours and ground school, covering aviation theory, flight maneuvers, and navigation.

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Pilot Weather Pilot in Command Flight Computer 52

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 18, 2024

The change from the Practical Test Standards (PTS) to the ACS was a long-anticipated update for flight instructor applicants and Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). The newest update was effective for checkrides on 5/31/24 or later. At the same time, the FAA also made an update to the Private Pilot AC S.

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Checkride Weather Pilot Flight Plan 83