Aerotime

JULY 11, 2024

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

With a tip of the hat to Stephen Covey, just what are some of the habits and characteristics that define the highly effective pilot? For the record, the one-size-fits-all, larger-than-life image that the movies and TV paint of pilots is not always accurate. As the saying goes, “A good pilot is always learning.”

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Pilot Flight Deck Approach Weather 101

Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

CJ4 Gen3 – Textron Aviation Garmin Emergency Autoland technology will be used in all three new aircraft, and the Citation CJ4 Gen3 features new, next-generation Garmin G3000 PRIME avionics for “intuitive, seamless control” for pilots. Plus, it has nearly 10% lower operating costs than its “closest competitors”.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Consulting firm Galeazzi & Associados confirmed that its CEO, Luiz Cludio Galeazzi, 61, was killed in the crash with local media reporting that he was piloting the aircraft. So far there is no indication of what caused the crash although the weather at the time was described as unfavorable.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Flights are set, crews are assigned, but weather working through an area of the network has created additional delays and problems to solve. Then a pilot calls in and informs them that they will not be able to take the flight they were scheduled to fly due to fatigue. Imagine a busy morning at a major airline's scheduling department.

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Pilot Weather Airlines Airline 111

AV Web

AUGUST 11, 2024

A Skywest pilot told his passengers he wasn’t qualified to land the E175 he was flying them on to Jackson Hole last Thursday so they went to Salt Lake City instead. Jackson Hole is notorious for weather issues and it’s possible the airline has training requirements for pilots going in there when its anything but CAVU.

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Pilot Weather Airlines Airline 116

Simple Flying

AUGUST 21, 2024

Pilots undergo extensive training before they can command an aircraft, but certain airports require even the most experienced pilots to acquire additional qualifications. These airports present unique challenges due to their geography, weather, or infrastructure, making them more demanding than standard operations.

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Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

One crew member recovered, search for… — Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) September 3, 2024 One crew member was rescued, while two bodies, including the pilot’s, were recovered from inside the helicopter. Sad News: Bodies of Indian Coast Guard pilot Comdt. Search still on for the other pilot.

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

ForeFlight vs. Garmin Pilot: 3 key differences to help you decide iPad Pilot News There are a handful of full-featured aviation Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) apps available today for pilots, both free and paid, which provide just about every preflight and in-flight resource you’ll need for both VFR and IFR operations.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Snow-covered runways, reduced visibility, and harsh weather conditions make snowy landings one of the most demanding scenarios for pilots. Landing a plane is always a precise and challenging task , but doing so in snow adds an extra layer of complexity.

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Aerotime

JULY 19, 2024

By the time the crew returned to Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, stormy weather conditions had cleared, but flights were temporarily restricted in the hospital area due to Grapefruit Complex wildfires along the flight route. The crew for this mission included the pilot in command, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Everett Fowler, plus pilot Capt.

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Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

While flight schedules are built months in advance of their operation, the pilots and flight attendants responsible for working each flight are subject to change, even in the minutes prior to departure. For these reasons, airlines maintain a cadre of reserve pilots and flight attendants to "pinch-hit" when normal schedules are disrupted.

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Pilot Weather Airlines Airline 105

iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Top 10 apps for Student Pilots iPad Pilot News The iPad is a great tool for pilots of all skill levels, from airline captains to student pilots. Student pilots can take advantage of all these benefits and use the iPad to save time and money during flight training with great apps available from the App Store.

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Pilot Flight Computer Aeronautical Information Manual Weather 98

AV Web

JUNE 4, 2024

Neither man aboard a Taylorcraft BC-12D that crashed in Six Mile Lake in southern Alaska May 17 had a pilot certificate and authorities have found no evidence that they ever did according to the NTSB’s preliminary report. The weather was bad with low clouds with fog and reduced visibility.

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iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Top 10 apps for Student Pilots iPad Pilot News The iPad is a great tool for pilots of all skill levels, from airline captains to student pilots. Student pilots can take advantage of all these benefits and use the iPad to save time and money during flight training with great apps available from the App Store.

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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. This is great information for pilots looking to make the transition from paper charts to an iPad, but should also be reviewed by experienced iPad pilots as well.

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Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Cockpit Weather 105

Aerotime

JULY 24, 2024

Embraer Commercial CEO Arjan Meijer lauded the new system as a first for commercial aviation with benefits available for both airlines and pilots. With the Enhanced Take Off System in place, E2 aircraft will produce a more precise and efficient rotation moment and flight trajectory, reducing the required field length and pilot workload.

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Cargo Weather Runway Pilot 273

Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Pilots should always be evaluating alternate airports. One of the most important skills pilots must continue to hone is sound decision-making. IFR Alternate Airport Planning Legal requirements for selecting an alternate airport Additional GPS Approach Considerations Which weather forecast should you use?

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Ceiling Pilot Weather Approach 98

Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

These gateways to winter wonderlands offer more than just access to top ski resorts; they present a unique blend of breathtaking approaches and technical precision required from pilots. Aircraft Operations : Can accommodate up to a Boeing 767 with special training required for pilots due to the challenging terrain and weather conditions.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 8, 2024

But the initiative needs to be organized, and the Air Care Alliance (ACA) has coordinated volunteer pilots from Operation AirDrop, AeroBridge, Angel Flight Soars, Pilots N Paws, and others to make deliveries of essential supplies and resources more efficient.

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Pilot NOTAMs General Aviation Weather 101

Flying Magazine

APRIL 29, 2024

Sam Sessler, a private pilot from Seattle, has created a new way for fellow aviators to share their aerial adventures with one another in a mobile app he created called Hangar. Sam Sessler is the founder of Hangar, a social-sharing platform for pilots. Hangar is a social sharing platform for pilots. Those, I think, helped a lot.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 11, 2024

Though winter presents low visibility and deicing, summer's thunderstorms and severe weather can prove just as ruinous to travel plans and airline schedules. This time of year, during Spring and into the summer months, is arguably the most challenging for aviation.

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Weather Pilot Airlines Airline 105

Simple Flying

APRIL 30, 2024

Planning a flight is an in-depth topic that spans a pilot's or dispatcher's career. This article will focus on the two main types of planning: Visual (VFR) and instrument (IFR) rules.

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Pilot Flight Plan Airlines Airline 111

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 1, 2025

With the rise in the prevalence of drone flight, drone pilots are now at a stage where they are expected to operate within long-established aviation standards. Part of these standards is understanding how weather conditions can affect the flight performance of their drones. Decoding these reports requires understanding aviation codes.

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Air Facts

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Do Crash Videos Make Us Safer Pilots? Air Facts Journal I used to think crash videos made me a safer pilot, now I’m not so sure. Im also quite aware that many of these experts are high-time pilots that either have some formal background in accident investigation as investigators themselves or subject matter experts.

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Pilot Cockpit Weather Airplanes 98

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

For new drone pilots, however, getting started with the right gear is essential for a successful and safe flying experience. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of what new drone pilots need. Drone Pilot Must-Haves While it may seem obvious, the most important gear you will need as a new pilot is, of course, a drone.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

These figures are vital for the crew to be able to calculate the actual take-off speed of the airplane in the prevailing weather conditions (as we’ll see later). Engines are never started together, as this could complicate the diagnostic process of any technical issues that may arise for the pilots upon startup.

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Simple Flying

MAY 28, 2024

There have recently been a few high-profile turbulence-related incidents and accidents, which present an opportunity to address what turbulence is, the types of turbulence, and how pilots predict and mitigate its negative effects.

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Turbulence Pilot Weather 105

Northstar VFR

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Many people start the new year with the goal of becoming a pilot. You may be one of those people with the goal of becoming a pilot in 2025, but youre not sure what it all entails or where to begin. Lets break down some of the general requirements for becoming a pilot. Do you know any pilots? Ask around.

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Pilot Checkride Weather Airplanes 84

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. However, it’s the nature of the repetition that helps the pilot notice if something is abnormal with the aircraft.

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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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Weather Pilot Turbulence Airplanes 98

One Mile at a Time

JULY 20, 2024

The plane took off roughly on schedule, at 4:15PM, and most of the flight was routine, though it took a bit longer than usual due to weather enroute, as the plane made several detours. On top of that, weather conditions in Tampa weren’t great that day, with rain and strong gusts, so it was a tricky approach. Tampa’s altimeter is 30.14.”

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Flying Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

Over the last 25 years, I have been asked to speak on various aviation weather topics at dozens of aviation events and gatherings. During these events, it’s quite common for a pilot to walk up and ask me about how I handled my most challenging flight as it relates to weather. READ MORE: Go or Stay?

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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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AV Web

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Jeremiah FELIX is a pilot for a Canadian airline with concerns about the apparent move toward single-pilot airline operations. The rise of automation in aviation has transformed the flight deck, enhancing safety and operational efficiency by reducing pilot workload and minimizing human error.

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Pilot Cockpit Flight Deck Approach 98

Thrust Flight

DECEMBER 10, 2024

VFR and IFR are the two different sets of rules for piloting an aircraft. Pilots use these terms in all sorts of ways, from the type of airplane theyre operating to the weather at […] The post The Difference Between VFR vs IFR appeared first on Thrust Flight.

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Thrust Weather Airplanes Pilot 98

Vintage Aviation News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

However, there are many others out there that have worked hard to climb the warbird ladder and are primed to take the reigns as leaders in the warbird community and one such pilot is Johnny Mazza III, who is a third generation pilot and flies with the Military Aviation Museum (MAM) in Pungo, Virginia. ” Johnny related.

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