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Champ Ornament of Aviation Appreciation

Jetwhine

Each year for as long as I can remember, Sporty’s Pilot Shop has sent its annual crystal airplane ornament with the Christmas card it sends to members of the aviation media. We hung our growing collection of them each year until our boys moved on and out to start their own families, and our downsized tree wasn’t robust enough to sustain them. Instead of creating a Charlie Brown Christmas tree of airplane ornaments, we passed along the ornaments to friends and family who look up when they hear an

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Master the Skies: Elevate Your Pilot Journey with CFI Academy’s 2-Week Instrument Rating (IR) Course

CFI Academy

Unleashing Your Full Potential: Introducing CFI Academy's 2-Week Instrument Rating (IR) Course Are you ready to take your flying skills to new heights? CFI Academy presents an exhilarating opportunity for aviation enthusiasts with our 2-Week Instrument Rating (IR) Course. Designed to enhance your abilities and ensure safe flying in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) weather, this intensive program is your key to mastering the skies.

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What If Santa Was a Bush Pilot? Exploring a Unique Christmas Tale

Fly Around Alaska

Introduction: A Fascinating Concept Imagine a world where Santa Claus, the beloved figure of Christmas, swaps his traditional sleigh and reindeer for a more unconventional mode of transport – a bush plane. This concept reimagines Santa as a skilled bush pilot, navigating places like Alaska’s vast and challenging terrains to deliver gifts. This fun scenario not only fuels our holiday spirit but also aligns with the adventurous essence of our Professional Pilot Programs and Private Pilot Pro

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Part 141 Vs Part 61: A DPE’s Take

Fullthrottle Aviation

I often get asked the question by prospective flight school students on the best places to go for flight school. There are so many options and so many different paths to obtaining a career in aviation, and it’s often hard to determine the best course of action. However, one of the most common questions I get asked is whether or not to go part 61 (informal instruction) or part 141 (formal and highly regulated).