Thrust Flight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In this article I’m going to teach you how to calculate density altitude. The earthbound among us have a very black-and-white view of altitude. Well, pilots know there’s a lot more to that story! There’s true altitude, indicated altitude, and absolute altitude!

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Northstar VFR

JULY 28, 2023

Most people aren't pilots , though. Pilots know that weather has an intense impact on flying. This includes our altitude! In aviation, altitude isn’t a simple blanket term to be thrown over our height above the ground. Altitude (without sounding like Captain Obvious) might just be the most important thing to a pilot.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

In aviation, altitude is far more complex than its dictionary definition. Pilots use several types of altitude for varying purposes, which include reading aeronautical charts, communicating with ATC, and calculating aircraft performance. In this short guide, youll learn about the different altitude types and their significance.

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