Pilot Institute

APRIL 30, 2025

Calculating density altitude is like filing your taxes; annoying and often neglected until the last minute, but crucially important. Why is density altitude critical to ensuring safety, what factors affect it, and how is it calculated? Today is the day that the mystery of density altitude is solved.

Density Altitude 86

Density Altitude OAT Altimeter Flight Computer 86

Thrust Flight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In this article I’m going to teach you how to calculate density altitude. The earthbound among us have a very black-and-white view of altitude. Well, pilots know there’s a lot more to that story! There’s true altitude, indicated altitude, and absolute altitude!

Density Altitude 98

Density Altitude Absolute Altitude True Altitude Thrust 98

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

In aviation, altitude is far more complex than its dictionary definition. Pilots use several types of altitude for varying purposes, which include reading aeronautical charts, communicating with ATC, and calculating aircraft performance. In this short guide, youll learn about the different altitude types and their significance.

Density Altitude 52

Density Altitude True Altitude Airplanes Altimeter 52