Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Pilots observe checklist use and learn their importance starting at the first flight lesson. Checklist use is an element that pilots are tested on during checkrides at every level of training. Following a checklist ensures that procedures for safe flight, aircraft operation, and emergencies are followed.

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Think Aviation

JANUARY 13, 2021

Flight plans are an essential part of flight planning for both IFR and VFR pilots. Creating, opening and closing flight plans are relatively easy, if you know how to do it. But, as with anything, there are specific things you should know about how to close an IFR and VFR flight plan.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

Electronic flight bag legal briefing for pilots—2024 edition iPad Pilot News The best reading is in some Advisory Circulars from the FAA. Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JULY 25, 2024

Before you become a commercial pilot, it’s important to know how to obtain a good weather briefing. Call (480) 372-9815 today to begin your training toward a pilot’s license. Flying in appropriate weather helps make your flight enjoyable and keeps your passengers safe.

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WayMan

MAY 10, 2024

Starting your journey to become a pilot involves understanding what a pilot license is and what it can do for you. A pilot license allows you to operate aircraft and is a must-have for anyone looking to fly for leisure or a career in aviation. For example, a PPL may require around 40 hours of flight time.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 9, 2024

As a private pilot, you’re able to explore the world from the comfort of your small airplane. Flying into Mexico with a private pilot license (PPL) is a great way to explore the country’s beautiful landscapes and rich culture. Proper Pilot Licensing First, let’s make sure you have the skills and qualifications to fly into mexico.

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Aerotime

JULY 25, 2024

Electronic Flight Bag will implement Boeing’s FliteDeck Pro with associated add-ons, enhancing pilot operations with real-time navigation and operational data. And the Aviator and FliteBrief solutions will streamline flight planning and briefing processes, providing pilots with critical flight information.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 14, 2024

Before August 2016, drone pilots had the freedom to fly in a significant portion of controlled and uncontrolled airspace with few restrictions. Whether you want to fly a drone for fun or as a commercial pilot , you must understand and follow these rules. Here are some of the basics to get you started.

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iPad Pilot News

JUNE 5, 2024

Top 10 aviation weather apps for pilots iPad Pilot News Checking the weather before flight has always been one of the most popular uses for the iPad. After all, it’s easier to get an update by looking at your tablet or phone than sitting at a computer or calling Flight Service. But which app to use? Station Weather.

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Flight Training Central

MARCH 15, 2024

A collection of exciting new courses and digital pilot manuals from the team at PilotWorkshops is now available in the Sporty’s Pilot Training app These new training products were designed to take your VFR and IFR flying skills to the next level and maximize the utility of your pilot certificate.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 9, 2024

It is common for many airlines that one of the two pilots in the cockpit makes an announcement before flight, welcoming passengers and briefing them about the flight plan. Many times, pilots are also heard making subsequent announcements about the flight. Or is it the first officer?

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Air Facts

AUGUST 30, 2024

Soaring Over the Rainbow Nation: A Journey as a South African Pilot Air Facts Journal I’m excited to share a bit about my journey as a pilot in the breathtakingly beautiful and diverse skies of South Africa. Flying here is an adventure like no other, filled with incredible sights, unique challenges, and a vibrant pilot community.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 16, 2024

Becoming a private pilot is a challenging process and a big accomplishment. Student pilots go through many hours of flight and ground training to become proficient in the required skills and knowledge to ultimately earn their private pilot certificate. What Is the Private Pilot Knowledge Exam?

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Aerotime

MAY 30, 2024

The airline said that bringing the platforms together will offer highly accurate turbulence information and forecasts for pilots, equipping them with the means to plot the best paths around affected areas for enhanced safety, efficient navigation, and optimization of flight plans.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Launch a successful career as a commercial pilot by learning essential skills in flight school. What makes a good pilot? When you enroll in our flight school in Arizona , you’ll learn all of the skills that make someone a successful pilot. This quality can make or break an airline pilot.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

As the demand for air travel continues to grow, so does the need for qualified pilots. But, the aviation industry is currently facing a pilot shortage, making it the perfect time for newly licensed private pilots to take the next step towards advancing their skills. How Many Pilots Are Needed To Fight The Shortage?

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 3, 2024

Pilot’s guide to the iPad connected panel iPad Pilot News The “connected panel” concept was first introduced around 2011, about a year after the original iPad hit the market, as a technology platform that would allow pilots to set up a wireless 2-way connection between an iPad app and the certified avionics in the panel.

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Ask Captain Lim

MARCH 28, 2024

Batik Air Airbus A320 Photo credit: Bahnfrend ( [link] ) What happens if both pilots fall asleep mid-flight? On January 25, 2024, an Indonesian Batik Air flight encountered a startling incident where both pilots fell asleep for 28 minutes from Sulawesi to Jakarta. Not all airlines permit this on long flights.

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Fly Around Alaska

DECEMBER 25, 2023

This concept reimagines Santa as a skilled bush pilot, navigating places like Alaska’s vast and challenging terrains to deliver gifts. This fun scenario not only fuels our holiday spirit but also aligns with the adventurous essence of our Professional Pilot Programs and Private Pilot Programs for All Levels.

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Plane and Pilot

APRIL 30, 2024

It is not uncommon for air traffic control to pose this question to pilots on IFR flight plans approaching certain … Read More "New Honeywell Technology Means Safer Approaches" The post New Honeywell Technology Means Safer Approaches appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine. “Can you accept the visual?”

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

If you’re unclear about what flight following is or how to use it, this guide has you covered. Key Takeaways VFR flight following offers real-time help and improves pilots’ situational awareness. With flight following, ATC provides traffic advisories and supplemental information. Let’s look at a few of them.

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Aviators of Tomorrow

JUNE 22, 2023

As the demand for UAVs grows, the need for skilled and trained UAV pilots becomes crucial. This article explores the future of UAV pilot training and its implications for pilots in the aviation industry. This surge in UAV usage has created a demand for well-trained pilots who can operate them safely and effectively.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

It harkens many to think of some of the most challenging flying pilots do in some of the most challenging conditions. Instrument flying certification and skills can be something that a pilot can use even on good VFR weather flying days. Those Marginal Days Not every IFR flight will be “hard IFR to minimums.”

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Flight Training Central

JUNE 17, 2024

If “flight following” is a new term, don’t worry, you’re not alone. It’s not exactly a staple in many Private pilot training programs although many pilots may be receiving the servce and not even realize. Bottom line is that it’s a service that every VFR pilot should take advantage of and it could even be a lifesaver.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 14, 2024

Becoming a commercial airline pilot is a dream for many people who are looking for a challenging and rewarding career. With the increasing demand for pilots in the industry, it’s an opportunity that promises exciting travel opportunities, a lucrative salary and top-notch benefits.

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 21, 2024

By Jordan Bullock, A321 Pilot Well, you finally made it. You’ve been hired by a major airline and you can finally walk through the terminal at the airport in your flight uniform! You’ve been hired by a major airline and you can finally walk through the terminal at the airport in your flight uniform! You’ve achieved your dream.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 18, 2024

The change from the Practical Test Standards (PTS) to the ACS was a long-anticipated update for flight instructor applicants and Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). At the same time, the FAA also made an update to the Private Pilot AC S. The Private Pilot checkride is based on the Private Pilot ACS.

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Pilot's Life Blog

AUGUST 6, 2024

The Steps Involved in a Pre-Flight Inspection Pre-flight inspections require the pilot to carefully examine and check their aircraft’s structure, exterior and interior checks, and documentation. Student pilots can expect to be trained extensively on mastering the inspection process.

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Jetwhine

JUNE 24, 2024

Pursuing my schooling on computer-aided flight plans, usually generated by an electronic flight bag (EFB—see Are You Current with the New Airman Certification Standards? for my ACS motivation), has led me to an FAA advisory circular, Use of Flight Deck Displays of Digital Weather and Aeronautical Information.

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iPad Pilot News

JULY 30, 2024

ForeFlight adds new aviation keyboard iPad Pilot News ForeFlight previewed its newest features to pilots last week at EAA Airventure in Oshkosh and made the update available in the app store soon after the event ended. The post ForeFlight adds new aviation keyboard first appeared on iPad Pilot News.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 5, 2024

ForeFlight, arguably one of the world’s most popular flight planners with databases that thousands of pilots have used since its inception in 2007, has something new up its sleeve. And, of course, most of us pilots will take almost any reason to fly. 100 hamburger anyone?

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Key Takeaways An aircraft dispatcher coordinates flights, ensuring safety and efficiency from the ground. This includes checking the weather, creating flight plans, and communicating with pilots. Aircraft dispatchers are also responsible for issuing flight plans. This is where aircraft dispatchers come in.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Key Takeaways Dispatchers are often called pilots on the ground. They plan and monitor flights to ensure they are operated safely and efficiently. Dispatchers are often considered “pilots on the ground” and play an important part in airlines. In smaller operations, the pilots plan the entire flight.

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AOPA

APRIL 12, 2024

ForeFlight offers three subscription plans tailored to different pilot needs: Performance Plus, Pro Plus, and Basic Plus. Each plan comes with unique features and benefits designed to enhance flight planning, navigation, and safety.

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World Airline News

APRIL 30, 2024

Flights Dispatchers are licensed by Transport Canada and prepare the Flight Plan, board fuel, monitor aircraft systems, monitor weather, deal with in-flight emergencies along with other very important functions. No Air Transat aircraft can depart without the approval of the Flight Plan by the Flight Dispatcher.

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Fear of Landing

JUNE 28, 2024

A private pilot and passenger planned an outing in the Cabri G2 which was owned and operated by Swiss Helicopter AG. The pilot had trained for his private license with Swiss Helicopter in 2018. The pilot and his passenger arrived at the airport around 13:00 local time for the pleasure flight. The weather was clear.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Pilots often claim that the drive to the airport is the most dangerous part of any flight. 1] But does this hold true for private planes and personal flights? These flights, known as General Aviation (GA), have reached historically low accident rates. Instructional Flights Instructional flights saw 2.3

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