Cranky Flier
FEBRUARY 17, 2024
JetBlue resets with new CEO, industry veterans to run airline on time, and profitably – CNBC There is a lot going on at JetBlue, and this story starts to do an overview. But next week, I go deeper in what I’m calling “Carl Icahn Week” here on the blog. Come back Tuesday and Thursday for more.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
As the aviation industry continues to grow and evolve, it is crucial for educational institutions like California Aeronautical University (CAU) to prepare future pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians for success.
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Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Flying a light airplane offers access to thousands more airports than the airlines serve, which means you can land closer to your destination, avoid long taxi routes, and save time. For an instrument pilot, though, there is one key difference between a smaller, non-towered airport and a larger one with an air traffic control tower: obtaining an IFR clearance.
Fear of Landing
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Aviation in Iceland started with an airline, not an aircraft. Flugfélag Íslands, the first Icelandic airline, was founded in Reykjavík on the 22nd of March 1919. They did not (yet) have an aeroplane. This was just a few weeks after William Boeing had a C-700 built for himself to explore the exciting new prospect of airmail delivery.On the 3rd of March, William Boeing and Eddie Hubbard flew 60 letters from Vancouver, BC, Canada to Seattle, Washington in the US, making for North America’s fi
Ask a Flight Instructor
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Hi. I am , Aviation Manager of a Colombian corporate company. All planes we have are N registration and we all fly them here with FAA ATP license. Now the company just hired a new pilot with a commercial Colombian license and he also has his private FAA license. Can he fly here in colombia with the FAA private license as a SIC or because this is not a commercial company also as PIC?
Adventures of Cap'n Aux
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Flight For Justice! It’s out!!! Your wait is over, folks! The latest installment in pilot-author Karlene Petitt’s “ Flight For ” series! And, boy, is it a doozie! I had the great good fortune of receiving an advanced copy of Karlene’s latest novel, and following is a review I wrote for her. An excerpt from this review appears in her novel.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Home flight simulators offer a wealth of training situations to sharpen a pilot’s aircraft operating skills. Instrument flying is one of the most valuable scenarios we can practice in a standard home simulator that will translate to the physical aircraft. Join Sporty’s own Chris McGonegle as he covers how to configure Instrument flights in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and X-Plane 12.
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Fly Areo Guard
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a renowned global leader in professional ab initio flight training, is proud to announce its selection by Air India to train the Indian flag carrier’s student pilots within its Fly High Cadet Pilot Program. This agreement demonstrates a significant milestone for AeroGuard and Air India as the two organizations share a commitment to high quality flight training and supporting the growing airline industry in India.
Pilot's Life Blog
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Are you interested in getting your pilot license? Call (480) 372-9815 to begin your flight training. Are you considering a career in aviation? Keep reading to discover the wealth of benefits you’ll receive as part of the aviation industry. From a personal pilot to a flight attendant for a major airline, it’s a rewarding career. Whether you’re working toward your commercial pilot license in Arizona or are looking for other career development opportunities within the airline indu
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
There’s a reason why basic airplane attitude instrument flying comes first in any Instrument curriculum – it’s the foundation for everything else you’ll do in IFR flying. If you master airplane attitude instrument flying, then everything else you will do that follows, from departure procedures to instrument approaches, will simply be combining your BAI skills with navigation.
Airline Reporter
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Singapore Airlines knows what it’s doing. No airline is perfect, but Singapore earns its status as a fan favorite for frequent fliers. Flying one of their long-haul premium cabins has been one of my AvGeek dreams for a while. So when I snagged a lucky award ticket during a trip to Asia/Australia — and on the A380, no less — I was EXCITED.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association reported growth in all segments, particularly piston airplanes, a segment that logged record revenue in 2023. But a brush with death by taxation that business aviation narrowly survived in Europe was among the causes for concern for the future of aviation east of the Atlantic Ocean, and elsewhere.
Ask a Flight Instructor
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Hello! first time using this website, but hopfully I can get a better answer regarding holding procedures during IFR training. My question is this ( and this has two questions when entering the hold) ; When entering the hold from a parallel entry, when do you advise ATC when you are entering and becoming established in the hold? My second question is the same concept but during a direct entry.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Are you a VFR pilot that hates being grounded just because there is a cloud layer over the airport? What if you could take off on a day with a 2,000-foot overcast ceiling and then climb through a few hundred feet of clouds to cruise on top in clear weather? An instrument rating unlocks that capability and can help your realize the full potential of your pilot’s license.
Inflight Pilot Training
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Are you someone who’s always wanted to take to the skies and become a pilot? The aviation industry is currently facing a major challenge – a shortage of pilots. Airlines are struggling to find enough qualified individuals to meet the growing demand for air travel and fall out from the pandemic, among a host of other issues. But, if anything, that should encourage you to jump headfirst into a training program so you can become an airline pilot.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The 1929 de Havilland DH60M Gipsy Moth flown by Robert Redford’s character Denys Finch Hatton in the award-winning 1985 movie Out of Africa is being offered for auction by RM Sotheby’s in Miami on March 2.
WayMan
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Flying is more than a profession or passion; it’s a responsibility that demands the utmost attention to safety and preparedness. At the heart of a pilot’s pre-flight routine is the IMSAFE checklist, a crucial tool designed to ensure that every pilot is fit for the demands of the cockpit. Wayman Aviation Academy emphasizes the importance of the IMSAFE checklist in aviation training , reinforcing safety, and preparedness in every flight operation.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Editor’s Note: The following scenario is from the IFR Procedures Manual from Pilot Workshops. Understand what’s required. Pick your battles. Plan for a missed approach. Request the approach. Navigate to the airport. Understand What’s Required You can’t fly a contact approach to Martin Field (S95) because it lacks any published approaches. What about flying a contact approach to Walla Walla (KALW) but breaking off to land at S95 when you have it in sight?
Northstar VFR
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
By Josh Page, CFI Flying never gets old to me. I love the views and the feel of flying, but nothing compares to flying at night. I live in Tampa Bay, so flying at night means going over beautiful bright cities like St. Petersburg, Tampa, Orlando, and more. If I go further southeast, it allows for a very different experience flying over rural areas where it’s hard to distinguish the ground from the sky because of the darkness all around.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
One of the first aviation tasks you learned was preflighting—that process before every flight by which you ensure that the airplane is airworthy and ready to fly. But what about yourself?
Inspire
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Come behind the scenes at O’Hare International Airport and discover how planespotting inspires The Spirit of Aviation in the “avgeeks” of the ORD Airport Watch, a nonprofit group dedicated to keeping the airport safe – with plenty of fun on the side. The post ORD Airport Watch first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Can you define all these IFR aviation acronyms? What does "OROCA" stand for in aviation navigation? Operational Route Obstacle Clearance Altitude Off-Route Obstacle Clearance Altitude Optimal Radar Observation Controlled Altitude Correct! Wrong! In the context of GPS approaches, what does "LPV" stand for? Linear Path Vector Localized Positional Variation Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance Correct!
Aviation Services
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
An air ambulance pilot is a skilled professional responsible for navigating specialized aircraft designed for medical transport. Unlike conventional pilots, their focus extends beyond routine flights, as they play an important role in facilitating urgent medical care. The post Exploring the Life and Duties of Air Ambulance Pilots appeared first on AN Aviation Services Co.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
AOPA is advising on updates and needed changes to the Michigan Aeronautics Code, as well as suggesting reasonable and comparable pricing for aircraft registration fees.
Inspire
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Lisa Turner discusses some items to consider when planning out your aircraft build. The post Building Your Airplane first appeared on Hangar Flying.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
For many, the thought of getting in instrument rating gives thoughts to flying an approach to minimums in hard IFR conditions after never seeing the ground since shortly after takeoff. Perhaps those thoughts include dealing with inclement weather, or even icing conditions. It harkens many to think of some of the most challenging flying pilots do in some of the most challenging conditions.
Air Electro
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The importance of robust and reliable connectors cannot be overstated, especially regarding military applications. Among the many connectors available, the MIL-26482 Series 1 is a cornerstone of military connector technology. This particular connector offers quick disconnect features and superior sealing capabilities, making this component indispensable for military readiness.
AOPA
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The Italian-designed Cessna 172 rival Vulcanair 1.0 will be built in North Carolina starting in 2025, if all goes to plan.
Universal Weather
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
There are so many great aviation conferences happening throughout year. However, for most of us, attending them all just isn’t in the cards, and quite frankly, it would be exhausting to try! So if you had to prioritize, which should you choose? IMHO, it really comes down to what you are trying to accomplish and how far you are willing to travel.
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
In this exerpt from Advanced IFR , by Pilot Workshops, follow along on this IFR flight from Springfield, CO (8V7) to Denver, CO (APA). The 100nm flight will depart just after sunset. The flight preparation will include selecting a Standard Terminal Arrival Procedure (STAR) into the congested Denver area airspace. There are 11 procedures to choose from into the Centennial Airport.
Take Flight OC
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Are you eager to advance your pilot training with a Multi-Engine Rating? Look no further! Take Flight Aviation is renowned for our exceptional Multi-Engine Programs. Whether you’re seeking a Multi-Private, Multi-Commercial, or completing the flight portion of your ATP after your ATP/CTP, we’ve got you covered. Why Choose Our Multi-Engine Program?
AOPA
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
More than 81 percent of thousands of Van's Aircraft customers awaiting deliveries have signed updated agreements to pay more for their orders, company officials announced on YouTube February 17—extending until February 22 the company's deadline for others to do the same.
Jetwhine
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
When it was revealed in a BBC interview, The Fighter Pilots Hunting Houthi Drones Over the Red Sea , that Marine Captain Earl Ehrhart, an AV-8B Harrier pilot aboard the USS Bataan, had downed seven drones, subsequent stories on this action hailed him as America’s newest ace, the first since the last helo left Saigon in April 1975. “The Houthis were launching a lot of suicide attack drones,” says Ehrhart, and to be effective against this rebel group, the marines needed to adapt, the B
Flight Training Central
FEBRUARY 17, 2024
As part of Sporty’s IFR Month , a four week focus on the challenges and rewards of instrument flying, Sporty’s CFI team is answering a series of IFR-related questions, or FAQs. Questions are answered daily on the IFR Month homepage. Top questions for the week include: What are the cumpulsory IFR reporting points? Compulsory IFR reporting points on FAA, as well as Jeppesen, charts are indicated by solid triangles.
Ask a Flight Instructor
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
I am interested in your response. In FAR 61 sub. E no person who holds a Private Pilot Certificate may act as Pilot in Command PIC of an aircraft for compensation or hire. What about a person who holds a Private Pilot Certificate and is in the SIC position. Can this person be compensated or for hire? FAR part 91 King Air 200. Our company GOM requires a two Pilot Crew which supersedes the FAR, which the King Air only requires one Pilot.
Air Electro
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) poses a constant threat to electronic devices. The repercussions of EMI aren’t small either, and they can range from signal degradation to complete device failure. To safeguard sensitive electronic equipment from this invisible adversary, EMI filters and connectors play a pivotal role. When working with connectors, it’s essential to understand the workings of EMI filters and explore the applications of EMI connectors, shedding light on how they shield devices f
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