Airplanes Cockpit Flight Computer 
Plane and Pilot
MAY 31, 2025
It was the evening of June 1, 2009, and Flight 447, a 4-year-old Airbus 330, was serenely cruising just below the equator at FL 360. The Airbus flight computers noted the discrepancy in airspeed between the pilot and first officers displays, issued a warning to the flight crew, and disengaged the autopilot.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 30, 2024
Deciding between a traditional round-dial cockpit and a modern glass cockpit can be a big deal for some pilots. Round-dials teach you hands-on skills, while glass cockpits use fancy technology to help you see what’s going on around you. Learning these differences will help you pick the right kind of cockpit for you.
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Flying Magazine
MAY 14, 2025
Among the deals we uncovered this week: $20 off a flight computer from Sporty’s, a huge discount on a “Deluxe Learn to Fly” kit, and three sweet deals on mounts and gear from MyGoFlight. It is designed to replace the traditional manual E6B flight computer and can be used for FAA tests.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 5, 2025
You wont have time to be messing around with a flight computer or crosswind chart. By quickly estimating the crosswind using the above technique, youll be able to focus on the task at hand Flying on an airplane and learning to navigate successfully. The time has come for a quick and dirty solution.
Plane and Pilot
JANUARY 29, 2025
That said, tuition in flight training is a bit of a misnomer in most cases; generally, costs can be broken down into rental costs, flight instructor fees, and the cost of various supplies. Unsurprisingly, newer airplanes with upgraded glass cockpits tend to cost more, while older aircraft with classic steam gauges tend to cost less.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 4, 2025
The flight hours youll need may depend on the training path and school you select. Heres a rundown of what youll need (based on single-engine airplane): Age Requirement: At least 18 years old. Flight Training: Part 61: Minimum 250 total flight hours, including: 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
Combining the data shown on your cockpit instruments helps you make better judgments. One example is Indicated Airspeed (IAS), which is the airspeed you read directly from cockpit instruments. You can use a flight computer like an E6B or onboard avionics to determine your true airspeed. It’s usually measured in feet.
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