Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

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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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Knot Fixed Base Operator 52

AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

ADS-B provides real-time traffic information and almost-live NEXRAD radar and weather data. 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). A fixed-base operator, or FBO, is like a full-service gas station for airplanes.

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Density Altitude OAT Airplanes Pilot 52

Aerotime

JANUARY 17, 2025

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.

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Jet Fixed Base Operator Cargo Payload 286