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The Six Pack: Basic Flight Instruments

Pilot Institute

When you first laid your eyes on the instruments inside an airplane, they probably went wide with a mixture of joy, confusion, and slight apprehension at the thought of having to learn how to read them. This article will explain the six primary instruments of every flight deck, often informally referred to as the six-pack.

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Getting Back in the Air

Plane and Pilot

When I had the endurance to drive 20 miles to an appointment, had good situational awareness of all the cars around me on the freeway, and when driving didn’t take 100 percent concentration, I had passed the first challenge before getting in the airplane. I told the CFII about this, and we watched those carefully during the flight.

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Coming Soon in Atlanta

World Airline News

I have been photographing airplanes since 1965. About Bruce Drum I have started the ultimate digital photo library of the fascinating world of airliners and airlines. The goal is to have the complete history of all airlines and the various aircraft operated. Join us in this adventure. to 2:00 a.m.,

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