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Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft?

Air Facts

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. These categories apply whether youre flying a Cub on a summer evening or a business jet on an RNAV approach. Is it all worth it? I think so.

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The 5 Hazardous Attitudes in Aviation and How to Spot Them

Pilot Institute

These are the items to be considered when doing a self-assessment using the IM SAFE checklist: Illness Feeling under the weather to any degree (even a slight cold) can severely affect how a pilot operates an aircraft. percent is prohibited under federal aviation regulations. According to FAR 91.3,

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What to Expect When Learning to Fly

Flying Magazine

For the pilots (often lapsed CFIs) who argue that the cockpits of turboprops and jets have flight management systems and backups on backups for navigation that will tell you wind correction angles, ground speed, time en route, etc., We can’t control the weather. Learn basic control before the stakes are higher.

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What is the FAR/AIM? And Why is It Important?

Northstar VFR

For those who aren’t well versed in using the heavy, nausea inducing and all encompassing federal guideline booklet, let’s take a look and break it down so that the FAR/AIM goes from being a phonebook catastrophe to your biggest asset. The first part, the ‘FAR’, stands for Federal Aviation Regulations. As simple as that.

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Instructing and ‘Studenting’ like a Pro

Plane and Pilot

Generally, flying in the morning hours reduces the likelihood of weather cancellations, and the cooler air increases aircraft performance and student comfort and comprehension. Right-seaters in the regional or corporate jets are expected to be an independent set of eyes on the flight deck.

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Flight Gear Checklist For New Pilots

Plane and Pilot

Both utilize ANR sound-reduction technology to keep things quiet, whether you’re flying a twin piston or jet. You should carry a water bottle, your FAR AIM (Federal Aviation Regulations) and your Airplane Flying Handbook with you at all times. Both score high in comfort. What do pilots wear while flying?

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Making the most out of your training sessions

Professional Pilot

For corporate jet, turboprop, and helicopter pilots, sim training is not just a regulatory requirement, but also a critical aspect of their ongoing professional development. In the realm of corporate aviation, sim training offers a range of scenarios, from routine operations to emergency management.