Pilot Institute

MARCH 29, 2025

Aircraft, especially smaller general aviation airplanes, come in various sizes and cockpit configurations. Myth: Height Restrictions Are Just About the Cockpit Size The cockpit dimensions are not the sole reason for height requirements.

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AV Web

JUNE 16, 2024

Please don’t paint your lame general aviation spam can like a USAF or Navy fighter. I have enemy-listed pilots who leave trash and detritus all over the cockpit when they leave. Sigh… The post CEO Of The Cockpit: The Enemies List (Corrected) appeared first on AVweb. If you want to fly a warbird, buy one.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Junkers’ new American life Since the early 1980s, WACO Classic Aircraft Corporation, based in Battle Creek, Michigan, has established a niche in the US general aviation market by reviving some of the most storied aerospace brands in the world. In fact, the company takes its name from another famed manufacturer from the 1920s.

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Flight Training Central

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In the small, unpressurized cabins of general aviation aircraft, any carbon monoxide (CO) that enters the cabin can quickly reach a significant and dangerous concentration. A crack in the exhaust sytem of the helicopter I was flying meant unfiltered exhaust gasses were pouring into the cockpit every time I pulled the cabin heat knob.

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AV Web

JANUARY 1, 2025

Having seen the capability of Generative AI, how soon will it be in the cockpit? For example, the only thing digital about the first general aviation digital autopilot was a four-bit microprocessor in the control panel. It wasnt that long ago that engineers said: If it works, it isnt AI. However, those days are long gone.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 16, 2024

“Twenty years ago, Garmin redefined the general aviation cockpit with the G1000, our first integrated flight deck. Additionally, the new advanced multi-touch touchscreen interface can recognize up to 10 simultaneous inputs, enabling both the pilot and copilot to interact with the same display simultaneously.

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Airline crews have a “sterile cockpit rule” that means below 10,000 feet there is no extraneous conversation, no nonessential duties, and certainly no talking on cellphones. When flying alone, general aviation pilots should follow the same rules. The post Too Much Going On appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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Inspire

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A look at flight simulator cockpits and their value to potential pilots and the general aviation community at large. The post Bits and Pieces: Simulated Cockpits — An Unrealized Potential? first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 30, 2025

Science Behind the Safety of Restraints Accident investigators say occupant safety is simply about occupiable space in the cockpit. I would strongly encourage every pilot to use the equipment installed in the aircraft to help keep them safe. How much space is available?

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 15, 2025

Moreover, a cottage industry of companies contracting with public-use airports are now using ADS-B data to collect airport fees from general aviation pilots. The opportunity to have traffic and weather in the cockpit is fantastic. I use the app to note trends in engine monitoring, but the system also keeps flight data.

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Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Among the options available in the two-seat, 100 hp segment of general aviation, the majority come in the form of antiquated, 1940s-era taildraggers like Aeroncas and Luscombes or the trusty Cessna 150. For more information, email info@flyingfinance.com.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 8, 2025

Critical Angle of Attack As the AOA increases, the wing generates more lift, but only up to a specific point known as the critical angle of attack, typically around 15-20 degrees for general aviation aircraft (though this can vary depending on the wing design). Reduced control effectiveness(mushy controls). Aircraft buffeting.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is one of the most iconic aircraft in general aviation. First introduced in 1955, the Cessna 172 quickly became a favorite among flight schools, private pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. With its reliable performance, affordability, and ease of handling, the Cessna 172 is a staple in general aviation.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 18, 2025

Mastering night flying with your iPad: Tips for dimming, filters, and more iPad Pilot News For most general aviation pilots, flying at night is a pretty rare event, making up less than 10% of hours logged. Before the iPad, we relied on flashlights and other gadgets to light up the cockpit and view charts in the dark.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

At Leopard Aviation , we offer hands-on experience with both aircraft to help you make the best choice for your aviation goals. Aircraft Overview The Piper Seneca and Piper Seminole are both twin-engine aircraft designed for general aviation, but each serves a distinct purpose.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 30, 2024

This application was revealed early last week, ahead of the annual National Business Aviation Administration (NBAA) Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (BACE) in Las Vegas , Nevada. The system can be adapted to any aircraft type. CAE plans to officially roll out the program in Spring 2025.

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iPad Pilot News

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

While these high-performance pro models would suit (and honestly exceed) most pilots’ needs in the cockpit, there are some other options and features worth considering when purchasing an iPad for use in aviation. It uses the powerful M2 processor which can handle the most demanding aviation app with ease.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Other important measures included agreeing to hire and train up to 3,000 new air traffic controllers; increasing the length of cockpit voice recordings to 25 hours (from two hours); and extending the time frame for airline passengers to redeem travel credits to at least five years.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 21, 2025

While these options are welcome additions to the cockpit and allow you to stay in touch with friends and family on the ground, they are limited to low-bandwidth text messaging and do not provide full internet connectivity. Is using Starlink satellite internet legal in my airplane?

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 25, 2025

After moving to Detroit, Stinson received support in the form of $25,000 from the Detroit Board of Commerce’s Aviation Committee to design and build a prototype for a 4-place biplane with an enclosed cockpit and cabin, powered by a Wright J-4 Whirlwind air-cooled radial engine.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

Cockpit and Avionics Sitting in the cockpit of a Cessna 172, one is immediately struck by the advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite that dominates the instrument panel. First introduced in 2005, this all-glass cockpit revolutionized the flying experience for pilots by providing a comprehensive and intuitive interface.

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Simple Flying

JANUARY 6, 2025

Examples include my personal favorite airplane ever, the A-10 Warthog , and the Fairchild FC-2, the first US aircraft to include a fully enclosed cockpit and hydraulic landing gear. In this article we will look at some iconic Fairchild Aircraft , and examine how the business aviation industry took shape as a result of their innovations.

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Flying Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

The history of general aviation will be on public display overhead in Washington, D.C., The round-engine Staggerwing biplane was one of the first to feature an enclosed cockpit. It’s going to be a special time for AOPA and for general aviation,” Baker said.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 15, 2024

A few feet behind him, Captain Gerald Dobberfuhl, an experienced reconnaissance officer, settled into the rear cockpit of their camera-equipped RF-4C Phantom fighter. millimeter round blasted a hole through the front-cockpit canopy. Forward visibility from the RF-4C’s rear cockpit was blocked by an instrument panel and electronic gear.

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Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

These two simple features power three of the most important cockpit instruments. Even if your general aviation aircraft has only one system, calling out airspeed on takeoff ensures the pitot tube is working and uncovered. This setup is called the pitot-static system.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit. Here we’ll cover the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Advisory Circulars (ACs). But first one suggestion: don’t get caught up in all the minutiae.

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Fear of Landing

AUGUST 9, 2024

A standard pattern at a general aviation airport is a loop, usually to the left, shaped a bit like a race track. A standard traffic pattern by [Wikimedia user Begoon]([link] Left-hand patterns are most common because it allows the pilot, in the left seat of the cockpit, to keep the runway in sight. Courtesy of the NTSB.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This new application is designated the Virtual Cockpit Procedure and Walkaround Trainer (VPT). On Thursday, October 31, AXIS Flight Simulation officially unveiled its newest state-of-the-art flight training product.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Ultra-Modern: Cirrus SR22 If what turns your head is a sophisticated aircraft with advanced avionics, comfortable cockpit, and safety features such as a whole-airframe parachute, consider the Cirrus SR22 series. Is there anything more iconic in general aviation than a little yellow Piper J-3 Cub?

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Air Facts

AUGUST 2, 2024

For example, how many pilots have at some point fantasized that one day they might be called to the cockpit in an emergency? With armored cockpits and big jets, this isn’t even a viable daydream. A few minutes later we were on the ground at the general aviation FBO. Fess up now.) We decided to stay two days.

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Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Wright State University) The original configuration of the Bell Model 68 was an open cockpit all-metal monoplane with fixed landing gear that was powered by two Armstrong Siddeley Viper turbojet engines with thrust deflectors located at the aircraft’s center of gravity.

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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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Air Facts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In 2017, I got hired to be the personal pilot for a family in Pennsylvania flying their high-tech, all glass cockpit $5m, Pilatus PC-12NG single engine turboprop. I got hired to be the personal pilot on an all glass cockpit $5m, Pilatus PC-12NG. In fact, I have been their Chief Pilot for nearly eight years.

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Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

What NTSB Reports Say About Impossible Turns and Angle of Attack—Part 2: Analysis, Questions Raised, and Next Steps The current emphasis in general aviation (GA) safety is on visual angle of attack (AOA) indicators and impossible turns (return to the airport following engine failure). for several general aviation airplanes.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The next step involves carefully climbing into the diminutive cockpit, always aware of the spinning prop less than an arm’s length away. However, its major contribution to general aviation is that it inspired an entire line of Mooney singles that have flown nearly 40 million flight hours.

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 23, 2025

Round dials are generally cheaper than glass. However, if you find an airplane with a previously installed and debugged glass cockpit, with modern GPS, ADS-B, etc., And while you are at it, think about the avionics. it is likely cheaper than installing it yourself after the sale.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 13, 2024

Key Takeaways The Cirrus SR22 has evolved significantly since its certification in 2000, introducing key innovations like the Avidyne Entegra glass cockpit in 2003 and the turbocharged SR22 Turbo in 2006, which have set new standards in general aviation.

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