Pilot Institute

APRIL 22, 2025

The requirement applies to private, commercial, and airline transport pilots, as well as flight engineers and navigators who fly internationally. The majority of pilots also need a medical certificate to exercise the privileges of their pilot certificate. Hold a commercial or an airline transport pilot certificate.

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Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Lift Airplanes 86

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

Knowledge of these inspections is a required element to pass a checkride. It’s the responsibility of the pilot-in-command (PIC) to confirm that the inspections have been performed and the aircraft airworthy before conducting a flight.

Annual Inspection 65

Annual Inspection VOR Instrument Flight Rules Altimeter 65

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.

Aeronautical Information Manual 52

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. Pilot Workshops Explore Pilot Workshops’ collection of pilot proficiency courses in this app. Are you current?

Weather 91

Weather Pilot Flight Plan Airplanes 91

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.

Pilot 52

Pilot Weight-Shift-Control Pilot in Command Crosswind 52