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Gear to Buy When Purchasing a Plane

Plane and Pilot

Plane & Pilots favorites: Ray Ban New Aviator 58 Sunglasses Cloudbase Optics Hi-Def Lee Wave Sunglasses Aircraft Supplies When it comes to caring for your new aircraft, some basic care and maintenance supplies will go a long way. Cleaning Airplanes get dirty, both from flying and from sitting in a dusty hangar or out on the ramp.

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Knowing When to Call the NTSB

Flying Magazine

Then the Federal Aviation Regulations Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM) was brought out, and the learners instructed to look up Part 830 , which provides guidance on when you need to notify the NTSB and, if need be, the FAA. There was a group eye roll. He was understandably upset.

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Preparing for Helicopter Practical Test Scenarios

Learn to Fly

Today, you arrive at the hangar and begin your preflight preparation. 73 [ Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. The weather forecast is clear with light winds, ideal for VFR conditions. You last flew the helicopter two weeks ago, and it performed without any notable issues.