Professional Pilot

APRIL 3, 2025

The term avionics an amalgamation of aviation and electronics encompasses all electronic systems used to monitor, control, or operate an aircraft. This shift from analog to digital redefined pilots roles, turning them from reactive operators into proactive system managers. The Apex is offered on the Pilatus PC-12 NG.

Cockpit 40

Cockpit Weight-Shift-Control Flight Deck Instrument Meteorological Conditions 40

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Aircraft Weight and Limitations An aircraft’s weight affects inertia and stopping distance. The POH lists landing distances for specific gross weights. Smaller aircraft may only have short field landing distances for maximum gross weight. This is because there is less airflow over the control surfaces.

Weight-Shift-Control 52

Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Density Altitude 52

Pilot Institute

JULY 12, 2024

Key Takeaways Start by setting up your approach correctly to ensure you arrive at the threshold perfectly every time. Watch out for some common mistakes, such as over-controlling and reacting incorrectly to visual cues. You should arrive at the threshold on the centerline at the proper height and speed each time.

Descent 52

Descent Weight-Shift-Control Crosswind Runway 52