Air Facts

MAY 28, 2025

That changed in 2010 when a major life shift allowed me to return to the cockpit with a renewed sense of purpose. Plan a full tripfile a flight plan, brief your family, load your gear. The assumption is that airline travel is more reliable than general aviationand in some ways, thats true. Pick a beautiful day.

Wind Shear 72

Wind Shear Pilot Weather Ceiling 72

Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Look up airline pilot positions at job posting sites; youll find that the average requirements are either thousands of flight hours or advanced ratings and certifications. To give yourself a fighting chance at landing a job, youre going to need further training and flight experience. Pass a practical test (checkride).

Pilot 98

Pilot Checkride Cabin Crew Airplanes 98

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Or perhaps you’re designing a fully-fledged cockpit that rivals real-world flight training rigs. No matter the complexity, every flight sim setup has these three fundamental elements: The System The Simulator The Peripherals The System The system refers to the computer hardware that runs the simulator software.

Rudder 96

Rudder Crosswind Pilot Air Traffic Control 96

Pilot Institute

MAY 8, 2025

Pilots see these messages on cockpit screens, such as the FMS interface, or get printouts from a small built-in printer. They forward the messages onwards to airline operation centers, flight dispatch, maintenance facilities, or ATC. Ground Systems The ground side has a network of ground radio stations or satellite receivers.

Clearance 52

Clearance Weather Air Traffic Control Pilot 52

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 5, 2025

Youll be flying with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) who will guide you through pre-flight procedures, takeoff, in-flight maneuvers, and landing. Discovery Flights are perfect for people in many different situations. Hands-On Experience You wont just sit and watchyoull actually fly the plane. What Should You Bring?

Pilot 52

Pilot Cockpit Weather Flight Plan 52

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

For others, flying on a commercial airliner may be a once-a-year event when heading off on vacation. In the case of certain passengers, a flight may represent the first time they have ever been onboard an airplane, generating feelings of excitement and trepidation in equal measure about what may lie ahead.

Cabin Crew 271

Cabin Crew Runway Clearance Knot 271

Air Facts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

High-Tech One Upmanship Air Facts Journal I flew for United Airlines from 1986 to 2015, thus ending a 29-year airline career of dedicated service to my employer. In 2017, I got hired to be the personal pilot for a family in Pennsylvania flying their high-tech, all glass cockpit $5m, Pilatus PC-12NG single engine turboprop.

Clearance 96

Clearance Airplanes Annual Inspection Pilot 96

Plane and Pilot

MARCH 18, 2025

A random airliner doesnt often call up for push and taxi without an associated flight plan, and to do so with a desire to taxi around the airport for 10-15 minutes is even more unusual. Wings for All gave participants a reasonable expectation of what they would experience on an actual flight.

Runway 76

Runway Airplanes Flight Deck Pilot 76

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 6, 2024

Maybe it’s the Georgia flying weather, or maybe it’s the ever-increasing emphasis on “old” pilot instead of “bold” pilot, but it seems that flight planning these days is a lot more about if and when than about route and altitude. It’s only two hours by RV-9A, but there are gotchas lurking in the flight planning.

Airplanes 96

Airplanes Weather Ceiling Turbulence 96

Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

Flight canceled. Youll be able to file an IFR flight plan and safely depart, fly through, and arrive in conditions that would otherwise ground a VFR-only pilot. Better stick-and-rudder control, smoother handling, and more exact navigation, even during VFR flights. A layer of clouds at 1,800 feet?

Pilot 52

Pilot Weather Visual Flight Rules Approach 52

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Active noise reduction (ANR) uses electronics to sense the noise in the cockpit and emit soundwaves that cancel it. It integrates with Lightspeed’s free app to track CO levels and also record audio from the cockpit. These handhelds have a lot of great uses, but more importantly, they’re a vital part of any pilot’s contingency plan.

Pilot 97

Pilot Cockpit Crosswind Federal Aviation Regulations 97

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. Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit.

Pilot 105

Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Cockpit Weather 105

Northstar VFR

JANUARY 21, 2024

You’ve been hired by a major airline and you can finally walk through the terminal at the airport in your flight uniform! While both absolutely have their pros and cons, I figured I would share what a recent trip for a major airline was like. You get assigned a block time of day during which the airline can call you in.

Pilot 52

Pilot Cockpit Airlines Airline 52

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

Bring both with you to your flight lessons. You will want to get a gear bag to carry these materials along with a notebook for taking notes and writing down information in the cockpit. Structure of Lessons A traditional flight school is not like attending high school. This endorsement will go into your logbook.

Aeronautical Information Manual 106

Aeronautical Information Manual Flight Computer Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations 106

iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

” The airlines have been saying yes for years, but many travelers think this advice is outdated and it’s safe to ignore. Airplane Mode was designed as a shortcut to allow airline passengers to press one button and easily disable wireless radios on an iPhone or iPad before takeoff. Is that true in a small airplane?

Airplanes 97

Airplanes Pilot in Command Pilot Clearance 97

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. In addition to displaying digital charts and navigation data in the cockpit, the iPad is also very good for both organization and as a training resource on the ground.

Pilot 98

Pilot Flight Computer Aeronautical Information Manual Weather 98

Aviation Bussiness News

MAY 30, 2025

ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) operator SmartLynx Airlines, is to transition to Flightkeys flight schedule planning system as the airline seeks to further digitalise operations.

Flight Plan 40

Flight Plan Cockpit Cargo Jet 40

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. In addition to displaying digital charts and navigation data in the cockpit, the iPad is also very good for both organization and as a training resource on the ground.

Pilot 96

Pilot Flight Computer Aeronautical Information Manual Weather 96

Air

JANUARY 22, 2025

AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE AERONAUTICAL SECTOR This is the third time that One Air has received the corresponding award from Avion Revue International , making us the only Spanish flight school to receive it on two or more occasions. The Avion Revue Awards (ARI) are the only independent awards for excellent performance in the sector.

Flight Deck 92

Flight Deck Pilot General Aviation Cockpit 92

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 30, 2025

Your tablet or smartphone has become one of the most powerful tools in the cockpit. With the right apps, pilots can check weather, plan routes, improve radio communications, log flights, simulate flying scenarios, and even listen in on real-time ATC traffic. Best Flight Calculator App 5.

Pilot 52

Pilot Flight Computer Weather Wind Shear 52

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Air Navigation Pro This flight planning and GPS navigation app is designed for VFR pilots and offers international support, including charts for the US, Europe, South America and more. Embraer Aircraft Services A complete line of apps to assist operators of Embraer aircraft with support and services, performance and flight planning.

Weather 91

Weather Pilot Flight Plan Airplanes 91

Professional Pilot

MAY 30, 2025

Gulfstream G650 Senior contributor and Dejan Damjanovi Contributing writer Leonardo AW109 cockpit. ARINC was founded by and comprised of various airlines and manufacturers (components and equipment) with the goal of producing sets of specifications (standards) for avionics hardware for global aircraft use. By David Bjellos ATP/Helo.

NOTAMs 52

NOTAMs Turbulence Cockpit Flight Plan 52

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 14, 2024

Becoming a commercial airline pilot is a dream for many people who are looking for a challenging and rewarding career. If you’re considering pursuing this career, you may be wondering about the salary and qualifications required for different types of airline pilot jobs.

Pilot 52

Pilot Airlines Airline Jet 52

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

It’s natural to feel anxious about flying alone in the cockpit for the first time. Just like a mother bird lets go of her young, a student pilot must take that leap of faith into solo flight. Take note of the METAR and TAF, and assess what conditions to expect on your flight. Do a pre-flight plan.

Pilot 98

Pilot Cockpit Weather Approach 98

Ask Captain Lim

MARCH 28, 2024

On January 25, 2024, an Indonesian Batik Air flight encountered a startling incident where both pilots fell asleep for 28 minutes from Sulawesi to Jakarta. The potential consequence of such an event is that the plane will continue on its programmed flight plan on autopilot until it runs out of fuel.

Pilot 52

Pilot Cockpit Weather Flight Plan 52

Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 6, 2024

Private aircraft are not operated by commercial airlines and are instead owned by private individuals or companies, or by charter companies that offer their services to clients on a per-flight basis. Commercial airlines are subject to strict security measures, including passenger screening, baggage checks and restricted items lists.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Pilot Flight Plan Cargo 52

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 1, 2024

Daily responsibilities include pre-flight checks, weather analysis, creating and filing flight plans, coordination with ground crews and air traffic controllers, and continuous in-flight monitoring and communication. They also create and file detailed flight plans that include the intended route, altitudes, and speeds.

Pilot 52

Pilot Air Traffic Control Cargo Weather 52

Aviation Bussiness News

MARCH 27, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already being tested to understand its potential role in flight planning, promising a whole new way forward in terms of safety, efficiency and decision-making. The pilots enjoy quicker, more reliable internet access that will keep them using cloud-based tools seamlessly on iPads in the cockpit.

Jet 52

Jet Weather Cockpit Runway 52

Flight Training Central

JANUARY 5, 2024

From corporate aviation to the airlines to Chairman of the NTSB, Robert Sumwalt has been studying aviation safety his entire career. Here he distills lessons from that long career, including why professionalism is the key for any pilot and why airlines need to “get back to basics.” ” LISTEN >> 8.

Airplanes 52

Airplanes Pilot Stability Lift 52

Northstar VFR

JULY 7, 2024

Instructing has provided me a valuable opportunity to deepen my knowledge and be better prepared to fly professionally for the airlines. The great thing is that as you’re preparing lesson plans on these areas, you’ll be studying a lot, and they will become much more understandable to you. Sounds intimidating, right?

Checkride 54

Checkride Density Altitude Pilot Cockpit 54

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

The best pilots have exceptional communication skills and regularly stay in contact with ATC controllers and flight dispatchers. This quality can make or break an airline pilot. Pilots should relay their flight conditions and movements while dispatchers inform them of possible airspace infringement and changes to a controlled flight.

Pilot 52

Pilot Air Traffic Control Weather Cabin Crew 52

iPad Pilot News

JUNE 14, 2024

Eventually, the FAA’s Flight Technology group acknowledged the benefits of flying with datalink weather in the cockpit and released Advisory Circular 00-63A in 2014. The result was tangible, too, with weather-related fatal accidents steadily declining in the following years.

Weather 59

Weather AGL Flight Deck Pilot 59

Inflight Pilot Training

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The aviation industry has already welcomed AI-driven technologies that enhance flight planning, streamline air traffic management, and refine cockpit operations. Its applications span the industry, touching everything from the cockpit to the control tower, and its influence is growing by the day.

Pilot 52

Pilot Cockpit Weather Air Traffic Control 52

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

His team developed the concept in the late 1970s to improve “interpersonal communication, leadership, and decision-making” in aircraft flight decks. CRM has gone on to become a staple of airline and military flight training. The first step is to know the person you are sharing the cockpit with. Are they team-oriented?

Weather 94

Weather Clearance Pilot Airplanes 94

Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 6, 2024

Private aircraft are not operated by commercial airlines and are instead owned by private individuals or companies, or by charter companies that offer their services to clients on a per-flight basis. Commercial airlines are subject to strict security measures, including passenger screening, baggage checks and restricted items lists.

Air Traffic Control 40

Air Traffic Control Pilot Flight Plan Cargo 40

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

How Is The Pilot Shortage Is Affecting The Aviation Industry The aviation industry is experiencing a widespread impact from an on-going issue which is a shortage of qualified pilots to fill open positions at airlines and other commercial aviation careers. How Many Pilots Are Needed To Fight The Shortage?

Pilot 52

Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Pilot in Command Checkride 52

Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Few airlines are willing to pay the cost of training pilots to use synthetic vision systems (SVS) effectively, so airliners are rarely equipped with them. Garmin G1000 Garmin SVS has been an optional feature of the popular G1000 glass cockpit system since 2008. So is the Pilatus PC-24’s Advanced Cockpit Environment suite.

Flight Deck 52

Flight Deck Primary Flight Display Approach Runway 52