Aerotime

MARCH 13, 2025

Registered N3794N, the aircraft seated three passengers plus the pilot, so there was competition for the seats. The plane was piloted by Roger Peterson, a 21-year-old commercial pilot and flight instructor. Holly, Richardson and Valens were thrown from the plane as it tumbled, while pilot Peterson was entangled in the wreckage.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In September 1942, the pilot, Second Lt. He was forced to ditch his plane after a problem with his engines arose, but the skilled pilot was able to bring the aircraft safely down on a beach in Gwynedd and escape with his life. My uncle was among those brave and expert fighter pilots who served with distinction during WWII.

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Simple Flying

MAY 28, 2024

Turbulence and flying go together like waves and the ocean. Turbulence is an inevitability of taking to the air and is a product of fluid dynamics (as the waves in the ocean are, as well!).

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Airline Geeks

MAY 28, 2024

This flight begs the question of how pilots, dispatchers, air traffic controllers, and other stakeholders can predict turbulence and avoid it.

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Simple Flying

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Turbulence is one of the main inflight safety concerns pilots and operational teams face in commercial aviation. With severe instances of turbulence seemingly on the rise, pilots need to be vigilant about spotting impending turbulence and ensure the aircraft and its passengers are prepared for when it hits.

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Flying Magazine

APRIL 29, 2024

ForeFlight’s latest release features a Reported Turbulence Map—allowing pilots to see where aircraft are encountering turbulence using information sourced from the company’s Sentry ADS-B receivers. “No Reported Turbulence is available as two add-ons for Pro Plus subscribers.

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One Mile at a Time

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Based on thousands of data points from flight attendants and pilots, paired with information from the flight data analysis program, the belief is that this policy change will reduce flight attendant injuries by at least 20%. This is intended to reduce injuries among flight attendants, given the increased risk of turbulence at low altitudes.

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Simple Flying

MAY 4, 2024

Air turbulence can cause unsteady movement of the aircraft, which may result in a disturbed flight for air crew and passengers. While some passengers may be anxious during turbulence, it is a usual occurrence for pilots.

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Vintage Aviation News

MARCH 10, 2025

Matthew Gaetke, 310th Fighter Squadron commander, and retired Air Force pilot Lt. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ridge Shan) Pardo attempted to push Amans Phantom by contacting its drag chute compartment, but turbulence made this impossible. Retired Air Force pilot Lt. Retired Air Force pilot Lt. 12, 2017.

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AV Web

APRIL 26, 2024

ForeFlight’s latest release features a Reported Turbulence Map—allowing pilots to see where aircraft are encountering turbulence using information sourced from the company’s Sentry ADS-B receivers. “No Reported Turbulence is available as two add-ons for Pro Plus subscribers.

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BAA Training

JULY 18, 2024

The increasing number of reports about strong turbulence during flights has brought more general attention to the topic, with some raising a question of flight safety. The post How Well Pilots Are Equipped to Deal with Turbulence? appeared first on BAA Training.

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Simple Flying

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Turbulence is one of the most unpredictable and potentially unsettling aspects of air travel. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or just an occasional passenger, understanding the different types of turbulence can help you better prepare for and respond to the various challenges you might encounter in the skies.

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Ask the Pilot

MAY 27, 2024

May 28, 2024 LAST WEEK, a passenger was killed and multiple more injured when a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 encountered severe turbulence while en route from London to Singapore. Then, on May 26th, twelve people were hurt when a Qatar Airways jet hit severe turbulence during a flight to Dublin. You can read it here.

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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. ” The pilot in the left seat As that accident shows, being PIC is a full time job.

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Aerotime

JUNE 10, 2024

The aircraft, operating flight OS434 from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), was about to land in Vienna on June 9, 2024, when it traversed a supercell, an area of extremely active thunderstorms and turbulence. Despite the damage to the aircraft's nose and windscreen the pilots landed safely.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 2, 2024

We’ve seen several stories lately of flights encountering severe turbulence. In the latest such incident, an Air Europa flight encountered turbulence so bad that a passenger literally got stuck in the overhead bin, and had to be rescued. Passengers report that the pilot stated that this was an incident of clear air turbulence.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Turbulence is a given in aviation, but it may catch some people by surprise, especially if they are new to flying or have not flown in a while. Over the last few years, it has been speculated that turbulence is becoming more dangerous due to climate change.

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iPad Pilot News

JUNE 7, 2024

ForeFlight adds wake turbulence alerts iPad Pilot News Datalink weather stole the show when portable ADS-B technology debuted over a decade ago, providing pilots with free in-flight weather imagery in mobile apps like ForeFlight. The alert can be dismissed with a tap or will disappear after 10 seconds if not acknowledged.

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iPad Pilot News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Eight iPad settings all pilots should know iPad Pilot News The Settings app was fairly basic when the iPad was first released in 2010, providing control of the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless radios, screen brightness and email account settings. The post Eight iPad settings all pilots should know first appeared on iPad Pilot News.

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Inspire

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Dick Knapinski Pilots usually arent very fond of turbulence. This time, though, pilots will be eager to see it.

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Airline Geeks

MAY 30, 2024

By integrating the IATA Turbulence Aware Platform with Lido mPilot, a mobile navigation solution, Emirates empowers pilots with real-time turbulence data.

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iPad Pilot News

APRIL 22, 2024

ForeFlight introduces crowdsourced turbulence reports iPad Pilot News Sentry and Sentry Plus models include an AHRS that can be used to record turbulence. Electronic flight bag apps like ForeFlight, when paired with portable weather receivers like Sentry , make it much easier for pilots to avoid in-flight weather hazards.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

A hazardous phenomenon that all pilots learn to avoid when operating at airports is wake turbulence. This invisible turbulence is caused by a pair of counterrotating vortices behind an airplane’s wingtips, generated whenever a wing develops lift.

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Inspire

JUNE 26, 2024

As pilots, each flight teaches us something new — about aviation, about the world, and about ourselves. I’ve been flying for two years, but in that time, I’ve experienced moments that have changed my perspective forever.

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Top Articles of 2024 iPad Pilot News As 2024 comes to a close, its the perfect time to reflect on the stories that resonated most with our readers this year. From tips on maximizing your iPads battery life to in-depth guides on choosing the right apps, these articles have solved problems and inspired pilots. Lets dive in!

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Fear of Landing

MAY 24, 2024

A few days ago (21st of May 2024), Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 encountered heavy turbulence on a passenger flight from London-Heathrow to Singapore. Flightradar24 has also posted the granular ASD-B data, available in various formats including this graph which shows the turbulence event at 07:49 UTC.

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Air Facts

JULY 31, 2024

Turbulence and Triumph: Lessons learned about flying (and about life) Air Facts Journal As pilots, each flight teaches us something new—about aviation, about the world, and about ourselves. The air was crisp, and the skies were clear—a pilot’s dream. The turbulence grew stronger, and the clouds loomed closer.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Traveling by air is never comfortable when turbulence occurs. Recent research seems to indicate that it goes further than was earlier assumed—up to 55 miles from the storm. This discovery may redefine today's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and passenger protection policies.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 8, 2025

Every pilot must master stall recognition and recovery techniques. This misunderstanding can lead to confusion and, in some cases, accidents, as some pilots concentrate on engine performance instead of addressing the actual problem, a loss of lift. How Do Pilots Recover From a Stall? Why Do Pilots Practice Stalls?

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

Drones have their own language, and its filled with abbreviations and acronyms that can be overwhelming for new drone pilots. Common Drone Acronyms and What They Mean Lets start off with the most basic acronyms that even beginner drone pilots should know. The effect is that the pilot feels like they are flying while inside the drone.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 14, 2024

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has blamed the flight crew of a Hawaiian Airlines flight for a severe turbulence incident experienced in December 2022.

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Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Wondering if a flight simulator is good for pilot training? These simulators allow aspiring pilots to practice their flying skills in a controlled environment, without leaving the ground. These simulators allow aspiring pilots to practice their flying skills in a controlled environment, without leaving the ground.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 3, 2025

Have you ever wondered how pilots determine wind direction and speed at a glance? A windsock is an essential aviation tool that helps pilots make safe decisions. Role in Aviation and Other Industries What makes windsocks so reliable for pilots? Moving erratically : Conditions are gusty or turbulent. Why does this matter?

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Ask Captain Lim

MAY 31, 2024

Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER Photo credit: N509FZ( [link] ) 62 Seconds of Deadly Severe Turbulence Last week, one passenger died and about 30 passengers were injured when a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777 encountered severe turbulence over the Irrawaddy Delta, Myanmar. Have you ever heard of a pilot being hurt in turbulence?

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Professional Pilot

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

During the 2025 fire season, both TBM 960s will deploy in Canada, with a government agency Air Attack Officer in the right seat and a Conair pilot in the left. The post Daher Aircraft delivers the first TBM 960 birddog airplanes to Conair in support of wildfire air attack missions first appeared on Professional Pilot Magazine.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The aviation industry faced a turbulent year in 2024, marked by not only technological innovation and ongoing sustainability demands but also major operational disruptions. Pilot training, one of the cornerstones of the industry, had to adapt to the challenges and opportunities accordingly.

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