Fly Areo Guard

JULY 15, 2024

When it came to conquering checkride nerves, she dedicated time to studying, preparing, praying, and trusting her training and instructor. She’s loved getting to make connections with other Piper Ambassadors and expanding her knowledge of general aviation, and the beauty of it all.

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Pilot Checkride General Aviation Airplanes 52

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 14, 2025

The FAA requires a minimum of 40 flight hours for a PPL, but students usually take around 5570 hours before theyre ready for checkride. Generally, older models like a classic Cessna 172 are more affordable than modern ones with glass cockpits. Checkride: Typically $600 to $800 for the practical exam.

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Pilot Checkride Airlines Airline 52

Air Facts

DECEMBER 2, 2024

GAI was a general aviation airport, was more convenient, and had more aircraft, including a Seminole that I used for my multi-engine rating. That November, I passed my commercial checkrides. Annabelle Fera, my commercial DPE, had conducted checkrides from Private to ATP for over 35 years before retiring in the ’90s.

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General Aviation Checkride Pilot Cockpit 52

Northstar VFR

JULY 28, 2024

As a student you should become extremely familiar with the contents of part 91, not only to pass your checkride, but so that as the pilot in command (PIC) you can make smart, safe decisions about your flight. you will have a shiny new license in no time.

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Aeronautical Information Manual Federal Aviation Regulations Checkride Air Traffic Control 52

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

FlightAware Flight Tracker This app allows you to track real-time flight status and tracking map of any commercial flight worldwide, and can also track general aviation flights in the US and Canada. Improve your stick and rudder skills as a private pilot go beyond the instrument checkride with these advanced courses.

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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.

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Lift Aileron Drag Pilot 52

Air Facts

MAY 1, 2024

Many times as a teenager I would hang around the airport watching the general aviation planes come and go. Ask your instructor to include them along your journey so that when checkride time comes, you are not trying to get used to them again. My dad did get his Private Pilot license and my mom only soloed.

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Checkride Lift Pilot Air Traffic Control 97

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Loss of Control Why does loss of control happen in general aviation (GA)? Well, it typically goes the same way your checkride does. Accident Prevention Skill and mastery play a big part in preventing accidents caused by disorientation and poor aircraft handling. These five are the most common root causes.

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Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Pilot in Command Crosswind 52

Pilot Institute

AUGUST 2, 2024

One of the leading causes of fatal general aviation accidents is the loss of aircraft control. Commercial Pilot ACS Standards You will have to recover from an unusual attitude during your checkride. Imagine you’re stuck in a spiral dive, hurtling toward the ground. Completely disoriented and unsure of which way is up.

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Altimeter Descent Turbulence Lift 52

Pilot Institute

JUNE 26, 2024

Yet, statistics show that go-arounds are among the riskiest maneuvers in general aviation. Private and Commercial Pilot ACS Standards During a checkride, you must perform a go-around. After all, stopping landing while you’re already flying shouldn’t be too complicated.

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Wind Shear Runway Approach Aeronautical Decision-Making 52