Air Facts
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft? Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. Make sure your expectations match reality before you blast off on a single-pilot IFR flight. George works for you.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The Pilot in Command is responsible for ensuring all equipment is functional before every flight. Pilots use the A-TOMATO-FLAMES acronym to remember all the necessary equipment for flying under VFR rules. Each letter stands for an important item to make sure your aircraft follows the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) 91.205.
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Plane and Pilot
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Take time to understand relevant Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) , especially those explicitly referenced in the ACS. But beyond that, the examiner wants to see how you handle real-world piloting tasks, so focus on safety and standard operating procedures. What do I need to study for my PPL check ride?
iPad Pilot News
MAY 14, 2024
Here we’ll cover the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Advisory Circulars (ACs). ” Offers modern (2021) guidance on how pilots can conduct preflight self-briefings—including with an EFB app. By self-briefing, pilots can often improve their knowledge of weather and aeronautical information.”
Air Facts
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Airline Pilots Continuing education is required for airline pilots. Once certified, they must undergo ongoing training and recurrent checks to maintain their licenses and fly commercially, which is mandated by their employer and federal aviation regulations.
Northstar VFR
JULY 28, 2024
By Ally Melick CRJ Pilot, CFI-I, MEI The Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM) is the pilot’s bible. From picking a flight school to how many hours you can work as an airline pilot, the FAR AIM has all of the answers. Chapter 14 is the code for federal aviation regulations.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
This means that, in most cases, a drone pilot flying in FPV will need a visual observer nearby. PIC Pilot in Command The PIC refers to the person who is ultimately responsible for the operations and safety of an aircraft. This is a general aviation term that also applies to drone flight.
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