Ask Captain Lim

JANUARY 31, 2024

Air Nippon Airways B787 at Haneda Airport Photo credit: Masahiro TAKAGI ( [link] ) On January 17, 2024, a distressing incident happened aboard a Boeing 787 en route from Tokyo to Seattle as a 55-year-old American passenger displayed unruly behavior, biting a flight attendant’s arm. The disruptive conduct prompted the captain to make the unusual decision to return to Haneda Airport, just an hour after departure.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 31, 2024

The flight deck of every airplane includes a collection of flight instruments that display important information, like airspeed, altitude, heading and turn information. In this video we’ll go over the standard 6 instruments you’ll find in a Cessna 172 and how to interpret their indications.

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Captain Laura

JANUARY 31, 2024

(Image: Freepik) Smooth Sailing: Budget-Friendly Travel Tips for Stress-Free Adventures with Kids Traveling with young children, while incredibly rewarding, presents a unique set of challenges. From unpredictable mood swings to the logistics of moving from one destination to another, family vacations can test the patience of even the most seasoned travelers.

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Pilots Who Ask Why

JANUARY 28, 2024

Rotor Downwash: The topic that is either actively avoided by pilots, or assumed to be some dark magic that no puny mortal could possibly understand. Unfortunately it’s not a topic that gets a lot of attention from sources that make it really easy to understand properly. Well, that’s what we’re […] The post Understanding Rotor Downwash: The Ultimate Pilot Guide first appeared on Pilots Who Ask Why.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

Learn about all aspects of the aviation sector and launch your career as a pilot at Leopard Aviation. Call us today to speak with a specialist about enrolling in flight school. In an age when the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, it’s important to find ways to reduce carbon emissions for the greater good of the planet. Modern air travel presents challenges but aviation sustainability is possible.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Dominican Republic occupies the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola. The second-largest Caribbean nation after Cuba, the Dominican Republic has a population of more than 10 million. It is a popular destination for general aviation (GA) business and tourism movements. Airport infrastructure, ground handling services, ground support equipment (GSE) availability and fuel uplift options are very good at all major airports throughout the Dominican Republic.

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 28, 2024

By Josh Page, CFI One of the most important things to consider when starting your flight training is who will be your flight instructor ( CFI ). Your CFI will set the tone for your training, and they have the ability to make or break this special journey to earning your private pilot certificate. The last thing you want is to end up with someone who’s not right for you.

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Aircorps Aviation

JANUARY 26, 2024

Assits everyone in the fabrication shop. Tasks would include everything from loading and running a CNC machine, to deburring, grinding, and part cleaning. The post Fabrication Assistant/Shop Helper appeared first on AirCorps Aviation.

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Aeroclass Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

The Safety Management System (SMS) in aviation is typically defined as a systematic approach to managing safety risks in operations. This task is achieved by establishing necessary organizational structures, accountabilities, policies, and procedures. Depending on the regulatory environment, the size of an organization, and the nature of its operations, this process can become quite sophisticated.

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Take Flight OC

JANUARY 24, 2024

Embark on Professional Pilot Training with 100% Job Placement Are you dreaming of a rewarding career in aviation but unsure where to start? Look no further than Take Flight Aviation. Why Choose Take Flight Aviation’s Professional Pilot Program? Proven Success : Our program boasts a remarkable 90% first-time pass rate on checkrides over the last three years, demonstrating our commitment to your success. 100% Job Placement : Our Certified Flight Instructors enjoy a 100% job placement rate wh

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

For more information on Ireland airports, visit our destination guides: Shannon Preclearance destination guide Shannon Airport (EINN) is known as one of the best tech stops in Europe due to its ease of operation, low fuel prices, availability of pre-clearance to the United States, and no value-added taxes. Here’s everything you need to know about operating to Shannon.

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Planes.com

JANUARY 23, 2024

Whether you’re flying economy or business, aeroplane models & airline designs are coming under scrutiny from passengers looking to get comfortable travelling in the sky, without breaking the bank. Most seating configurations in airlines don’t differ much. That’s why knowing the aeroplane models can help you understand which flights will be the smoothest.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 26, 2024

The Arrival Alert Notice (AAN) became effective January 25 in the FAA Chart Supplement (formerly the A/FD). These Arrival Alert Notices are graphics visually depicting the approach to a particular airport with a history of aircraft misalignment. The new notices describe this misalignment risk. When an AAN exists for an airport, it will be indicated in the Airport/Facility Directory section at the end of the AIRPORT REMARKS field for the specific airport.

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Fly Areo Guard

JANUARY 23, 2024

AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a leading institution in the flight training industry, is pleased to announce a recent agreement with Aeroplanned, a cutting-edge software system designed to forecast resources required for flight school expansion. This collaboration displays AeroGuard’s commitment to innovation and growth in the aviation industry.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 22, 2024

Welcome to my first Greece domestic flight trip report! This is Sky Express A320neo registered SX-GRE, bound for Heraklion. Introduction Only 2 airlines operate this domestic route, Athens to Thessaloniki, they are Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. So I don't have much choice here, I decided to book with Sky Express from Athens to Thessaloniki and on the return route with Aegean Airlines, as the Star Alliance airline operates the A320CEO version, I can do a comparison between the new and old vari

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 21, 2024

By Jordan Bullock, A321 Pilot Well, you finally made it. You’ve achieved your dream. All the countless nights of studying, memorizing the FAR AIM (save time by using the NorthStar pre-tabbed FAR AIM ), chair flying your maneuvers and endless stress over checkrides has finally paid off. You’ve been hired by a major airline and you can finally walk through the terminal at the airport in your flight uniform!

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

In 2019, a general aviation terminal (GAT) opened at São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (SBGR). This terminal is owned and operated by GATGRU, a consortium that was awarded by the SBGR airport authorities. Here’s everything business aviation operators need to know. São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport History of the GAT The new GAT opened on Oct. 21, 2019, for GA operations at SBGR.

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Fly Around Alaska

JANUARY 20, 2024

Celebrating Women’s Achievements in Aviation 2024 marks a pivotal year in aviation, highlighted by Women in Aviation International’s (WAI) 35th annual conference. This event celebrates the significant contributions of women in this field and inducts trailblazers like Katherine Johnson into the WAI Pioneer Hall of Fame. These women have paved the way for future generations in both commercial and military aviation.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 24, 2024

Earning a multiengine rating can open up a world of adventure, from reliable cross-country travel to new career options. Our latest video tip includes a segment from Sporty’s Multiengine Training Course , to give you a feel for the steps to safely operate a multiengine airplane on a normal VFR flight, from startup to landing. Learn more and sign up for Sporty’s Multiengine Course here.

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Take Flight OC

JANUARY 17, 2024

Certified Flight Instructor in three weeks! Are you ready to elevate your aviation career by becoming a Certified Flight Instructor? Look no further than Take Flight Aviation! Our comprehensive three-week CFI course, culminating in a checkride, has helped our applicants earn an impressive 98% first-time pass rate. What Sets Our CFI Course Apart? Small Class Sizes : Experience personalized learning with 4-6 students per class, ensuring a conducive environment for positive results.

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Aeroclass Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Safety is the top priority in the aviation industry. As described by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), “the shared goal is for every flight to take off and land safely.” In the high-stakes world of aviation, where the safety of passengers and crew is paramount, effective safety management is not just a regulatory requirement but a moral imperative.

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AeroSavvy

JANUARY 16, 2024

A METAR map is a custom-made map with LED lights positioned at selected airports or reporting stations. The lights change color to indicate weather conditions based on METAR reports via internet. I’ve wanted to make a METAR map for a few years and finally took the plunge, and I’m thrilled with the results. Creating a map is not difficult and requires only basic tools (scissors, electric drill, hot glue gun).

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 26, 2024

For more information on Japan, visit our destination guides: Japan Tokyo Tourism in Japan during cherry blossom season, or “Sakura,” is one of Japan’s busiest peak seasons for business aviation travel. The season, typically spanning late March to early April, offers a unique opportunity for visitors to experience Japan’s rich cultural tapestry and stunning natural beauty.

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Ask Captain Lim

JANUARY 16, 2024

A Gaping Hole on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 Photo credit: RickyCourtney ( [link] ) How fortunate were the passengers and crew of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 that the door blew out at a lower altitude rather than during cruising! It was indeed lucky that the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 was still climbing at around 16,000 feet when the door plug blew off.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 22, 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of the Flight Maneuver Spotlight series. Here we’ll highlight the various maneuvers you’ll practice during your flight training and be expected to demonstrate during your private pilot checkride. Each maneuver is part of Sporty’s 2024 Learn to Fly Course and includes a narrated video animation, along with step-by-step instructions that include performance standards and common errors.

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Aircorps Aviation

JANUARY 16, 2024

One good example of a busman’s holiday is AirCorps Aviation component specialist John Gregory’s build of a Sonex kit plane. The Sonex is described by the manufacturer as “a basic and economical, easy to build, all metal two place monoplane.” The post John’s Sonex, a Busman’s Holiday appeared first on AirCorps Aviation.

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Flexair

JANUARY 15, 2024

Welcome to the world of aviation, where you will step into the pilots' hub - the airplane cockpit. This guide will provide in-depth information about the cockpit, the pilots' central command area which governs every aspect of the aircraft's journey from takeoff to landing. As you delve deeper, you'll understand that the cockpit's sophistication goes well beyond just a pilot, co-pilot, and an instrument panel.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 14, 2024

Welcome to my 2024 New Year trip report! My ride: SX-NEC in the airline's new livery Introduction Flying with Aegean Airlines has been in my mind for a while and when the chance presented itself, I decided to go for it. This Star Alliance member is probably one of the more popular airlines in Europe as they are quite well known for its milege program (Miles+Bonus) and also I heard praises about their in-flight service and meals (especially on business class).

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 25, 2024

ATTENTION: Embedded Video Playback Unavailable - Due to your current cookie preferences, videos embedded on this page cannot be displayed. We respect your decision to control your personal data. You have the option to adjust your cookie preferences. Please accept preferences, statistics, marketing cookies to watch this video. This webinar is a deep dive discussing the latest regulatory news, and a run-down on ops trends by region, an update on Mexico permits and planning for the 2024 Paris Summe

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Pilots Who Ask Why

JANUARY 14, 2024

Becoming and being a pilot can be extremely fulfilling. It has lots of different ways for self development, and a huge amount of day-to-day variety that keeps things interesting. But it isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. It requires lots of sacrifices, and the industry definitely has multiple issues that really […] The post Pay to Fly: Exposing the Dark Side of Hiring for Profit first appeared on Pilots Who Ask Why.

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 19, 2024

The application window is open for more than $1 million in awards from the AOPA Foundation. Scholarships are available in multiple categories: primary (sport, recreational, and private pilot) certification, instrument and advanced ratings, and aviation maintenance technician certification. The awards, ranging from $2,500 to $14,000, can help significantly reduce training costs and accelerate your training.

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Gary's Flight Journal

JANUARY 12, 2024

This is not exactly the way I would like to start the new year with a first flight for service. I installed my new battery a few days ago and I'm ready to have the down lock switch installed on the left main gear. Sussex Aero had an opening today so I pre-heated over night and launched for Delaware Coastal (KGED) at 8:30am. This is a short ten minute hop and I'll fly it gear down.

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 8, 2024

By Josh Page, CFI Whenever I’m in an airplane as a passenger or a pilot , I still marvel that this heavy machine can get off the ground, soar through the sky, and land at my destination. It’s simply amazing. One of the first and foundational things you’ll learn in flight training are the four forces of flight. This is the science behind aviation. Understanding these four forces of flight will help you know how your airplane can actually take off and fly.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 8, 2024

Welcome to my Flight Review for 2023! My flying stats for 2023 (Photo: Flighty app) Introduction Flying in 2023 is significant to me as I finally did a trip I wanted to for a long time and that was to fly to South America. The year 2023 was easier to travel as the Covid situation has eased in most countries. However at the time of travel, proof of covid vaccination was still required especially travelling in South America and for visits to Brazil, yellow fever vaccination is required from some c

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 25, 2024

For more information on operating to Venice, visit our destination guides: Venice Business Aviation Destination Guide The Carnival of Venice is an annual celebration of music, culture, and costumes. In 2024, it takes place January 27 – February 13 on Venice Island. If you’re attending via general aviation (GA), it’s best to make parking, aircraft support, and crew accommodations arrangements as soon as the schedule is known.

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Captain Laura

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hello Everyone! What recently happened onboard the Alaska Airlines from Portland headed to Ontario flying the Boeing 737 Max 9 was quite disturbing to see. What I want to point out is that even with a large hole in the side of the fuselage, the pilots were able to still fly the aircraft safely and get everyone back to the Portland airport. (If you are an av geek like myself, there are more details about the door plug structure in link below signature line) [link] [link] The Aircraft: This is an

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Flight Training Central

JANUARY 18, 2024

Sporty’s recently released its January written test question update in its 2024 Learn to Fly Course test preparation module. While the FAA does not publish actual test questions, representative test questions are available, and new questions released by Sporty’s represent emphasis areas which you will likely enounter on the test. The FAA continues to add new questions based on guidance from the Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards.

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