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Everything You Need To Know About Cessna Flight Training

Pilot's Life Blog

Cessna 182 Skylane Advanced Training Capabilities The Cessna 182 Skylane is a four-seat, single-engine aircraft that offers enhanced performance capabilities, including a higher cruise speed and greater payload capacity compared to the 172. Yes, many flight schools and FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) rent out Cessna aircraft to certified pilots.

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2700 Miles in a Cherokee Six

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I also departed with the minimum amount of fuel I was comfortable with (airlines use this strategy to increase performance and/or increase payload capacity). The fixed-base operator (Regional Jet Center) filled up our fuel tanks and provided complimentary hot dogs and ice cream for brunch.

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RoyalJet’s CEO on catering to royalty, switching to Airbus

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The BBJs can fly for nine to 14 hours, depending on payload and weather. When it comes to competing in service, RoyalJet has a significant asset in its Fixed Based Operator (FBO) at Abu Dhabi (AUH) airport. There’s peak season coming up here and we’re seeing some demand for this aircraft. I love our FBO.

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