Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or just curious about the costs associated with flight, this blog is a must-read. Key Takeaways Gliders / Ultralights: $5,000 – $100,000 General Aviation Airplanes: $100,000 – $1,000,000 (New), $20,000 – $200,000 (Used) Small Private Jets / Single-Engine Turboprops: $2.2

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Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), 91% of fatal air accidents in general aviation (GA) back in 2005 were caused by a pilot’s loss of control of the aircraft, usually during approach and landing, or by flying into terrain. The CVS is available with the Pro Line Fusion flight deck.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 3, 2024

The airlines use their high-fidelity flight simulators to great advantage, and when combined with stick shakers, multicrew flight decks, and low-speed and stall-warning systems, the training is excellent. So back here in general aviation land, let’s take a look at where we might encounter unexpected stall conditions.

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Professional Pilot

DECEMBER 10, 2024

B747-8i, B737, MD11 Contributing Writer AI-powered system could be trained to assist in the cockpit and even land the plane in extreme emergencies, such as pilot incapacitation. The flight deck has to meet certification criteria such as field of vision, ergonomic aspects, and instrumentation. By J Peter Berendsen ATP/CFI.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

His team developed the concept in the late 1970s to improve “interpersonal communication, leadership, and decision-making” in aircraft flight decks. CRM has gone on to become a staple of airline and military flight training. The first step is to know the person you are sharing the cockpit with. Are they team-oriented?

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Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Oh, and did I mention, most of this complex interaction between student and instructor takes place in a cramped and noisy cockpit “classroom,” in turbulence, and in a busy air traffic environment? In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer.

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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. This app makes it a breeze to complete all the necessary forms right from your iPad.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 9, 2025

For a moment, you wonder what it would be like to swap your desk job for a flight deck. Whether you’re burnt out, looking for more adventure, or simply ready for a change, the path from cubicle to cockpit might be closerand more possiblethan you think. Reach out today to schedule a discovery flight or consultation!

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Ask the front porch gang at the local airport which is better, a “six-pack” full of traditional round dial instruments or a bright new glass cockpit screen, and the answers will be all over the map. So, the answer to the question— round dials or glass cockpit ?—is Round Dials or Glass Cockpits: Which Is Easier to Fly?

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Professional Pilot

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

PRESS RELEASE G3000 PRIME App Menu G armin introduced G3000 PRIME, its most advanced integrated flight deck yet. “Twenty years ago, Garmin redefined the general aviation cockpit with the G1000, our first integrated flight deck.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 14, 2024

With the rate of runway incursions increasing, there is a real need for increased safety tools in the cockpit,” said Phil Straub, Garmin executive vice president and managing director of aviation ROA technology. Crews are alerted of a possible event in time for them to take prompt and corrective action, according to the company.

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Airspeed Junkie

APRIL 4, 2022

What should I buy for my flight enthusiast? Any general aviation item such as flying shirts and apparel usually do the trick for enthusiasts. We do occasionally notice them in the cockpit. One thing most people do not realize is that most flight deck instrumentation are all LCD displays. Ugly sweater.

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Jetwhine

JULY 1, 2024

If the co-pilot was lucky, the captain might let them work the radios and help with a few navigational duties, but the phrase “Gear up and Shut up” was considered a normal cockpit environment. This finding highlighted the role of communication, decision-making, and leadership in cockpit behavior and the resulting accidents.

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Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

General aviation is driven by myriad forces. Flight Design can will the F2 with a GTN 650 in place of the 175, though Gutmann says hes also looking into using the Garmin GNX 375 GPS/transponder. In most ways, the cockpit is conventional, with twin center sticks and a prominent throttle lever on the center console.

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