Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

is one of the simplest and best known federal aviation regulations, and it clearly defines the most essential job as a pilot: to be the boss for the entire flight. Consider the amazing picture below, taken on the flight deck of a Boeing 314 flying boat over 80 years ago.

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Pilot in Command Pilot Approach Airplanes 95

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Oh, and did I mention, most of this complex interaction between student and instructor takes place in a cramped and noisy cockpit “classroom,” in turbulence, and in a busy air traffic environment? In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer. Piece of cake.

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Flight Deck Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Approach 97

Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

Acronyms for Regulatory Compliance The following terms are important in making sure that drone pilots comply with all relevant FAA regulations. 14CFR Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations 14CFR is part of the Federal Regulations that pertain to Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).

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Pilot Weather Air Traffic Control NOTAMs 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Oh, and did I mention, most of this complex interaction between student and instructor takes place in a cramped and noisy cockpit “classroom,” in turbulence, and in a busy air traffic environment? In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer. Piece of cake.

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Flight Deck Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Approach 52