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US judge jails American Airlines PAX who tried to open exit door midflight

Aerotime

It was following this exchange that Rivas attempted to open an exit door by lifting the handle, only to be struck with a coffee pot by a second flight attendant and subsequently restrained by other passengers. Audio between the aircraft pilot and air traffic control also revealed that the convict attempted to enter the flight deck.

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Passing the torch

Air Facts

One was at the controls of an airplane alongside a CFI, and was preceded by flight planning and a preflight inspection. The participants also received a post flight debriefing. Another hour was flying a flight simulator where learning was easier without the flight deck noise and the need to look out for traffic.

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Exploring the Essential Sections of an Aircraft: A Comprehensive Guide

Pilot's Life Blog

The cockpit, also called the flight deck, is where pilots use electronic flight instruments as part of a primary flight display. They will also communicate with air traffic control about any flight safety alerts should an issue arise with the electronic flight instrument displays.

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FAA publishes updated Airman Certification Standards – Here’s What You Should Know

Flight Training Central

The FAA also published a complete ACS series for powered-lift category aircraft. Owner/Operator and pilot-in-command responsibilities Cross-Country Flight Planning PA.I.D.R7 Use of an electronic flight bag (EFB), if used. Flight Deck Management PA.II.B.R3 Passenger distractions Engine Starting PA.II.C.K4

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The National Naval Aviation Museum Birdcage Corsair Nears Completion

Vintage Aviation News

Standing on the port side of the deck adjacent to the arresting wires was the Landing Signal Officer (LSO), who carefully observed Johnson’s approach. A closeup of the Corsair’s engine accessory bay, showing the intercoolers and their ducts.

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From Challenges to Rewards: The Path to Your First Turbine Pilot Job

Pilot Job Central

Anti-Ice, Rain: flight deck window heat, windshield wipers, probe heat, and anti-ice/de-ice systems that either prevent ice from accumulating on lift generating surfaces and engines, or break the ice off after it’s accumulated. Warning Systems: pilots need to be aware of how their airplane type alerts them.

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Trying out Juneyao Air 787 Dreamliner Economy Class (Part 2: PVG-SIN)

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

Once again, no announcements from the flight deck and the flight purser did the job. For this flight, the crew controlled the window shade so for most parts of cruising, the light was in dimmed mode. We lifted off in slightly bumpy conditions. For most parts of the flight, the window was locked at dimmed mode.

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