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From the archive: A Pleasant Time

Air Facts

So there I am circling in clear weather with a frown on my face. So lifting off Van Sants, in eastern Pennsylvania, and just heading west is a great relief and flying is flying again. The weather was good with scattered cumulus floating around. Then I listened to a gal ask each station she passed for the weather ahead.

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Are Cessnas Safe? Understanding Their Safety Record

Pilot's Life Blog

This system gives pilots access to real-time engine data, moving map navigation, weather alerts, terrain warnings, and even traffic information. Low Stall Speeds Cessnas are built with high-lift wings, which means they can fly slowly without stalling. If you ever get too slow, the plane gives you time to recover safely.