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Aerotime
MARCH 25, 2025
This means that the replacement A321neo will be forced to operate the route with fewer passengers, freeing up more weight for fuel and eradicating the need for a technical stop en route to refuel. The westbound leg also takes around an hour longer, due to the prevailing eastbound headwinds.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 28, 2025
To fly an aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 pounds or a jet (regardless of weight), pilots require a type rating. no control surfaces). To fly an aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 pounds or a jet (regardless of weight), pilots require a type rating. What Is an Aircraft Category?
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Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Key Takeaways A flat spin is a dangerous, level-flight spin with reduced control effectiveness. A flat spin happens when the center of gravity shifts too far aft (toward the tail), and the aircraft’s rotation becomes more horizontal. Ready to become a safer pilot? Let’s get started! An aft center of gravity increases flat spin risk.
Air Electro
MARCH 13, 2025
This shift to electrical systems in aerospace is part of a broader trend toward reducing weight and improving efficiency. However, in an MEA, a failure in the electrical system could have more severe consequences, potentially affecting critical components such as flight controls and power generation.
Vintage Aviation News
JANUARY 5, 2025
During the First World War, many companies that produced peacetime products shifted towards contributing to the war effort. The prototype, along with a second example, was modified with smaller vertical tail surfaces and some of the aircraft’s overall weight was reduced, leading to the aircraft gaining an additional 4 mph.
Pilot Institute
JANUARY 3, 2025
The best windsocks strike a balance between weight and strength. A well-installed windsock should rotate freely on bearings, allowing it to turn smoothly as the wind direction shifts. In such situations, you should check for additional wind information from the tower controllers or automated systems. Why is this important?
Pilot's Life Blog
JANUARY 12, 2025
Flying a small plane at lower altitudes allows pilots to navigate visually and avoid the complexities of high-altitude air traffic control. When flying a small plane, staying within the appropriate altitude ensures better control and a more comfortable experience, especially in turbulent weather.
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