AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

A few years ago, I got the bug to fly small airplanes again. We fly our new-to-us Piper to Florida often (the airplane could probably find Orlando on its own), and we agreed it was time for something more adventurous. Pilots who regularly operate at high elevation airports are (or should be) familiar with planning this type of flying.

Density Altitude 52

Density Altitude OAT Airplanes Fixed Base Operator 52

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Reliability and Safety Record Cessna airplanes are renowned for their reliability and robust safety records. It boasts a maximum cruise speed of approximately 122 knots and a range of about 640 nautical miles. Yes, many flight schools and FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) rent out Cessna aircraft to certified pilots.

Pilot 52

Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Knot Fixed Base Operator 52

Fear of Landing

MAY 9, 2025

He was interrupted when an employee of the fixed base operator arrived with ice for the aircraft’s bar. However, when the operator received the aircraft from the seller, there were no streamers attached to the pitot covers and the operator did not purchase new streamers. He called out that he had no airspeed.

Turbulence 99

Turbulence V Speed Rudder Air Traffic Control 99