Photographic Logbook

JUNE 29, 2025

I momentarily put HAL into heading mode, inserted the East Texas VOR into the route, programmed GPS direct to ETX, then switched back to "nav" mode to avoid any unexpected turns from tinkering with the active leg in the GPS flight plan. This was a lesson learned in 2024 while coincidentally receiving another reroute near Philadelphia.

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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. The translation of this saying is that when an airline pilot goes for recurrent simulator training and check ride, failure meant losing ones job if he or she failed the test.

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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.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2024

TCO Requirements As a result of BREXIT, at the end of 2022, the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) no longer accepts European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Third Country Operator Certificates (TCOs) as the basis for applying for a UK charter permit. Customs Alert! Universal can manage this process on your behalf.

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Air Facts

APRIL 15, 2024

What a difference a decade makes: the GA boom in statistics Air Facts Journal General aviation is growing. Another way to look at flight activity is GA airport operations, pulled from the FAA’s OpsNet website. Hiring at major US airlines was down almost 25% in January and February 2024 compared to the previous year.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

AC-U-Kwik World Edition Provides precise and up-to-date information about airports, FBOs, handlers and other data services for the aviation industry. 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.

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Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

That’s exactly what the legendary Bob Buck did 55 years ago in his Cessna 182 Skylane as he enjoyed the sights and sounds of low altitude flying and the freedom that only general aviation affords—a relatable sentiment to the Air Facts community. That’s why so many airline pilots are private pilots too and own airplanes.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

It mostly pertains to airlines and the use of PEDs by passengers (think cell phones and laptops). This AC also points out that cell phones and LTE-enabled iPads, while prohibited from use in flight by FCC regulations, are allowed to be used in aircraft while on the ground (ie, for picking up a clearance or filing a flight plan).

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key Takeaways Airports that fall under Class C designation handle general aviation and airline traffic. Introduction to Class C Airspace As a pilot, you must understand the different categories of controlled airspace , such as Class A, B, C, D, E, and G for safe and lawful flight operations.

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Flightworx

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Flightworx Aviation , with its expertise in flight planning, overflight and landing permits, fuel comparisons, commercial operations, and ferry flight & delivery, emerges as a pivotal ally for dispatch teams and crew members. Its significance, however, extends far beyond a mere entry ticket.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The following is an overview of what you need to know to operate a business aircraft to Rome: Airport Options The primary business aviation airport for Rome is Ciampino (LIRA). All general aviation flights operating to Rome must use Ciampino during its 0600-2300 local operating hours.

General Aviation

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Among General Aviation pilots, there was great fear that private aircraft would be permanently barred from controlled airspace, particularly around the epicenters of those attacks in New York City and Washington DC. Although 9/11 marked the weaponization of commercial aircraft, the aftereffects are felt most keenly by General Aviation.

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AeroSavvy

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Make sure to review up-to-date charts before flying into the Grand Canyon Special Flight Rules Area. My airline moved all of its manuals and charts to the iPad and I love it. I hadn’t purchased a paper chart in years… until I started planning our Grand Canyon flight. Start With A $4.30

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Fullthrottle Aviation

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

They often flight plan their cross country on it, and use it for the oral exam when I ask questions. Chasing down paperwork or showing up without a flight plan completed are ways to show that you’re not ready for a practical exam! The #1 issue that I see comes from EFBs. Most of my applicants use an EFB.

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Professional Pilot

MAY 30, 2025

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. It is maintained by the Airlines Electronic Engineering Committee (AEEC) and digitally published by ARINC.

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Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

For business aircraft operators, setting up a flight to San Jose (SJO/MROC) is not a difficult proposition, and there’s nothing onerous from the regulatory perspective. Costa Rican Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) views both private non-revenue and charter flights as GA and makes no distinction between the two. NXXXdatemonth).

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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.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

Pre-clearance guide Potential Dublin GA Ban in 2024 The Dublin Airport Authority’s (DAA) consideration of a ban on all ad-hoc flights, including General Aviation (GA), due to the airport exceeding its 32-million passenger capacity. This proposal spans from March 24 to October 24.

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Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

From Student to Airline Transport Pilot Certificates, find the information you need for your aviation goals. Key Takeaways The FAA offers a range of pilot certificates, each designated for different levels of flying proficiency, including Student, Private, Commercial, and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

Due to the congestion, authorities are implementing restrictions to accommodate for the influx, which is affecting general aviation (GA). For example, some airports only provide four slots per hour for both airline and GA traffic, and you may experience significant shortages at your preferred time of operation.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 16, 2025

With access to over 5,000 general aviation airports in the U.S., And because general aviation allows you to fly directly to smaller regional airports, you can avoid the congestion and inefficiencies of major hubs. You plan your trip based on what works best for you and your business.

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Photographic Logbook

JULY 6, 2024

To provide student pilots an opportunity to experience real world general aviation flying outside of the training environment and introduce them to what they can do once they have earned their pilot certificates. To support our member pilots in trying new things in aviation that might be too intimidating for them to try on their own.

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iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Navigating ForeFlight Subscriptions: Which Plan is Right for Your Needs iPad Pilot News ForeFlight is a powerful mobile app designed to simplify flight planning and in-flight navigation for pilots. Basic Plus—$120/year ForeFlight’s drop-down FPL window is a powerful flight plan editor.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2023

LFPG allows General Aviation (GA) operations for passengers with airline connections only, and aircraft may only stay on the ground for a few hours. FBOs need to be included in section 18 of your flight plan. Gendec is required for all flights, including place of birth. The ramp is located in front of FBO.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Airport options With the closing of Torrejon (LETO) airport in 2013 to general aviation (GA) traffic, the sole airport in Madrid serving business aviation operators is Adolfo Suarez Madrid–Barajas Airport (LEMD). Note: If your trip plans change, cancel any confirmed airport slots. Curfews LEMD operates 24 hours a day.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Mesa, Arizona, is an exceptional destination for flight training, boasting over 300 sunny days annually, which ensures consistent flying conditions. The city is home to Falcon Field Airport, a hub for general aviation with modern facilities and a rich aviation history. Can I become an airline pilot after training in Mesa?

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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. Guidelines in each corner of the pathway show the direction of the active flight plan leg to confirm that the plane is on its intended track.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 18, 2024

Curfews – LFMN is a 24-hour AOE with a General Aviation Terminal (GAT). CDM programs determine if airway and airport slots match flight plans. In the event of a missed match, flight plans are auto-cancelled. Fuel – Aviation fuel is available with no limitations.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Pilots often claim that the drive to the airport is the most dangerous part of any flight. And if you’re boarding a commercial airliner, this is true. In fact, you’re more likely to be struck by lightning than be in an airline accident. [1] 1] But does this hold true for private planes and personal flights?

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Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

Only a few flights for emergency services will, on an exceptional basis, be authorized subject to an exemption granted by the French Air Force. Flexibility for late arrivals or departures Ramp space available for up to 6 General Aviation (GA) aircraft. The accreditation numbers must be mentioned in box 18 of the flight plan.

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AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

I’m not Lindbergh… This trip was ambitious for me, but quite common in the general aviation community. Small aircraft are designed for these kinds of flights. An autopilot and Aspen primary flight display reduce workload on long flights. Santa Fe is located 6,349 feet above sea level.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 13, 2024

When people talk about flying, general aviation always comes in third behind military and airline flight. It could be that our brand of flight is so interwoven with the world – that we have become background noise in a world filled with noise. These places are called general aviation airports.

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Ask the Pilot

JUNE 28, 2024

The pilots, the flight attendants, and their aircraft were dispatched, flight-planned, and fueled for a trip to Edinburgh. More than once… In 2013, a Southwest 737 destined for Branson, Missouri, instead ended up at a small general aviation field nearby, touching down on a runway less than four thousand feet long.

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Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 19, 2023

But I also needed to be airborne at 3:00 pm or else amend my flight plan and arrival time with US Customs in Ogdensville, NY. She disclosed that she took flight lessons when she was younger, but only had experience with Cessnas. Yes, I missed an opportunity for a one on one tour! As we walked outside, she spotted the Warrior.

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Airspeed Junkie

APRIL 4, 2022

This article was written with input from actual pilots with ratings from private to airline transport ratings. Several airline pilot staff members also contributed so that you get good recommendations verses information from someone who is guessing. There is a lot of them to choose from and most airlines or aircraft are represented.

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Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Located directly on the Hudson River roughly thirty miles north of New York City, Sleepy Hollow is easily accessed by General Aviation and seven Williamson Flying Club members planned a Halloween pilgrimage there to follow the trail of the Headless Horseman. Even so, combined parking and landing fees totaled $50.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

For General Aviation (GA) operations to Barcelona, LEBL is the most frequently used airfield and usually the airport of choice. Due to eCDM (Collaboraborative Decision Making) implementation, departure slots have 0 minutes tolerance, and flight plans must match. Aircraft parking will be confirmed simultaneously.

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