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Is It Hard To Be A Pilot? – The Surprising Truth

Pilot Institute

One cross-country flight of 250 nautical miles, including three different instrument approaches at different airports. One cross-country flight of 250 nautical miles, including three different instrument approaches at different airports. Hold a Private Pilot License (PPL). Part 141: Minimum 35 hours of instrument training.

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Preflight Briefing and Postlfight Debriefing Guidance

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Nothing being recommended in this guidance is to suggest that the PIC should relinquish command authority and accountability for a safe flight outcome. Pay particular attention to runway and taxiway closures as well as modification to approach minima) Aircraft Status (post-maintenance action(s), fuel, pax and cargo loading.

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Everything You Need To Know About Ailerons

Pilot Institute

Aileron Control In Stalls And Spins A wing stalls when the airflow approaches it at an angle greater than the Critical Angle of Attack. Aileron trim can be used to relieve the pilot from continuously turning the yoke throughout the flight. The downside of this approach is a lack of redundancy.

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

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Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Differences Between FAA Part 91, 121, and 135 in Aviation

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Under parts 121 and 135, however, this is not the case, and pilots must adhere to strict rest schedules to ensure that they are not fatigued during their operations. A part 121 or 135 crew cannot legally initiate an approach if the weather is below minimums. Another example is weather minimums. What Is FAR Part 121?

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Delving into the Delmarva

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"Hi.I'm in Delaware." - Wayne Campbell, Wayne's World , 1992 Restless Pilot Syndrome Having resumed acting as pilot in command of my own airplane after a relatively brief setback, I was delighted beyond words to be back at it. It appeared to be well-populated with versatile Air Force C-130 Hercules cargo ships.

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Hong Kong investigators release report on Atlas Air 747-400F hydraulic failure

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There were four crew members and one passenger on board the cargo jet. After following the appropriate checklist and consulting the Atlas Air’s ground office, the pilot in command decided to return to Hong Kong. The crew dumped fuel and made a PAN-PAN call, before the aircraft made an ILS approach back to runway 25R.