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Wingtip Vortices and Wake Turbulence

Pilot Institute

By far the strongest component of wake turbulence is the swirling air generated at the tips of the aircrafts wings. Key Takeaways Wingtip vortices, not engine exhaust, create the strongest wake turbulence. Wake turbulence can cause severe roll and structural damage to smaller aircraft. How Are Wingtip Vortices Formed?

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Stabilized Approaches

Plane and Pilot

Back in the early days of jet airliners, pilots long experienced in more forgiving two- and four-engine, piston-powered prop planes found themselves running out of airspeed, altitude, and ideas on the final approach to landing. Several of these unstabilized approaches resulted in major aircraft damage or worse.

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Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft?

Air Facts

Consider the following accident report, a representative one picked mostly at random, which recounts how the pilot of an A36 Bonanza got behind the airplane, lost situational awareness, and ultimately crashed on an RNAV approach. These categories apply whether youre flying a Cub on a summer evening or a business jet on an RNAV approach.

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Arriving in Style

Plane and Pilot

We often hear that the key to a great landing is an equally great approach. And lets face it, the key to that flawless approach is often a well-planned descent. Getting a couple of hundred thousand pounds of swept-wing jet down to sea level from 40,000 feet takes a bit of forethought and no shortage of technology.

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Trust But Verify

Plane and Pilot

While earning a private pilot certificate in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia or learning how to fly jets in the plains of west Texas, each of my first 250 hours were flown exclusively by hand. I have decided to fly every other instrument approach by hand. Programming early before the low altitude turbulence is a good start.

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The anatomy of a commercial flight – all you ever wanted to know:   Part two   

Aerotime

We will also examine the next most critical phase of our flight, from descent and deceleration to the approach and landing phases, even touching upon what happens when the aircraft arrives safely at the gate. Jet (and turboprop) turbine engines work more efficiently, and burn less fuel, at higher altitudes where the air is less dense.

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Review: Alaska First Class Boeing 737 MAX (FLL-SEA)

One Mile at a Time

For one, Alaska has Viasat Wi-Fi on these jets, and a full flight streaming pass costs $8. Alaska 737 MAX views approaching Seattle Im sad I was seated on the right side of the aircraft, as the passengers on the left had an amazing view of Mount Rainier, which might just be the most gorgeous view in the lower 48.

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