Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Why does Lorain County Regional have a box around its name? A box around the airport name indicates an airport for which a special air traffic rule has been established. In the case of the Lorain County Regional Airport (KLPR), pilots are required to avoid and remain well clear of Oberlin College due to the existence of a music conservatory which is located south of the airport.

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Planes.com

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The transition to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from fossil fuels still has a long journey to make. However, the great news is that recently, Virgin Atlantic flew from London’s Heathrow Airport to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport powered by 100% SAF. Flight100 officially landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking the world’s first in commercial transatlantic travel.

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Captain Laura

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Hello! I am a little shy (yes it is true!) when it comes to sharing my own personal experiences. Because I am humbled and grateful, I want to share what this experience has meant to me. Last year, I was reached out to by these amazing women, Carissa Peretti and Stephanie Cirami of the International Association of Top Professionals. In essence they said, “We see you and all that you are doing, we want to celebrate you!

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Aeroclass Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Atlântica University, renowned for its academic prowess in Portugal, has partnered with Aeroclass to unveil an exceptional online Airline Management Post-Graduation program. This partnership blends Atlântica’s academic excellence and Aeroclass’s practical industry insights, making it a notable addition to the landscape of digital aviation courses.

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Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Airplanes are held to high standards when it comes to maintenance and inspection requirements. This week’s tip takes a look at the reason behind each inspection, how to verify they’ve been completed and the required paperwork to be on the airplane. It also takes a look at why digital 406 MHz emergency locator transmitters (ELT) incorporate GPS to improve their performance.

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Universal Weather

DECEMBER 5, 2023

For more information on Italy airports, visit our destination guides: Venice destination guide Milan is one of the busiest hubs for business aviation in Europe. The region is world-famous for its cuisine, architecture, history, and popular events. Milan is served by two airports of entry (AOEs): Linate (LIML) and Malpensa (LIMC). In 2022, the summer peak season in Italy brought record traffic to Milan.

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Ask the Pilot

DECEMBER 4, 2023

December 4, 2023 OVER THE WEEKEND, Alaska Airlines announced it will purchase Hawaiian Airlines for a reported $1.9 billion. If approved, the merger will form the nation’s fifth-largest carrier. I find this interesting for a number of reasons — though probably not the ones most people are talking about. You can pop over to the other news and travel sites to learn about how this union does or doesn’t make sense, strategy-wise.

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Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Soft field techniques can be deployed for landing areas that have soft or rough surfaces such as grass, snow, or even gravel. The objective when landing on these types of surfaces is to touch down as smoothly as possible and at the slowest possible landing speed – minimum controllable airspeed as opposed to a full stall landing. A pilot needs to control the airplane in a manner that the wings support the weight of the airplane as long as practical to minimize stresses imposed on the landin

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Inspire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In this excerpt from his popular blog, Thinking Out Loud, EAA columnist and contributor Budd Davisson candidly reflects on a rare flight where he almost couldn’t wait to get back on the ground. The post Airplanes Have Two P-Factors first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Air Electro

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The world of industrial connectors can get intricate, specifically rectangular connectors versus circular connectors. The choices in form factor, which relates to a computing device’s size, configuration, or physical arrangement, are pivotal and influence the functionality and adaptability of these essential components. Connectors, comprising mated pairs known as plugs and receptacles, house conductive metal contacts in dielectric insulators, protected by enclosures against environmental t

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Aircorps Aviation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The post Fall 2023 Cadet AirCorps Museum AT-10 Wichita Restoration Update appeared first on AirCorps Aviation.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses a recent incident he had with his newly built Hummingbird helicopter. The post Kaboom! first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In a recent piece for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor William Berson discusses the restoration and flight testing of his Phantom LSA. The post Phantom Thing first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As AirVenture 2023 ended, something different and special was noticed. Love was everywhere! Not such a big surprise as the more than 677,000 visitors who came through the gates had the same common passion, the worship of aviation and all things to do with flying machines. The post Love Is in the Air first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In his latest piece, Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses the importance of mentors to new student pilots. The post Ruffled Feathers: Where Are the Mentors in Today’s Flight Training? first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

An airport closure rarely happens in Canada. In 2009, the Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport (CYKZ) announced their plans to sell the airport to property developers. On May 31, 2023, the airport management formally announced that it would be permanently closing the airport on November 30, 2023. The post Buttonville Airport Closing first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

EAA member Scott McFadden takes us through the installation of the solar system in his hangar. The post Carbon Neutral Hangar? first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Remembering a well-respected British Columbia pilot and restorer. The post Werner Griesbeck — Eulogy first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The dangers of carbon monoxide leaks and the importance of CO monitors. The post Carbon Monoxide first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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