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

Pilot Institute

For a passenger, aviation law is a concept that receives little thought during a flight. To a pilot, however, aviation laws are the rules by which they operate to ensure the highest level of safety. Despite us pilots considering ourselves the epitome of human perfection, few are bar-certified lawyers. What Are the Parts?

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FAA Releases Powered-Lift Certification Guidance

Flying Magazine

AAM comprises a range of new aircraft types, including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and cargo aircraft. Previously, manufacturers worked toward eVTOL type certification under Part 23 regulations for light aircraft. b) regulations for special class aircraft.

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The Pro Pilot Path

Plane and Pilot

The pro pilot path is not always a straight linelike that fancy magenta line on your moving mapbut the destination can be as fulfilling as the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. The good news is that there are many different routes to becoming a professional pilot. Its a double-edged sword.

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Leading eVTOL developers react as FAA approves revolutionary aircraft category

Aerotime

At 2024 NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas on October 22, 2024, the FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker announced the introduction of the ‘powered-lift’ category, thus paving the way for the qualifications and training that instructors and pilots must hold in order to fly eVTOL aircraft. “The regulation published today will ensure the U.S.

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Gear to Buy When Purchasing a Plane

Plane and Pilot

Buying an airplane for the first time is an exciting milestone for any pilot. From building time for pilot jobs to flying for fun, aircraft ownership can be a great lifestyle fit for pilots of all experience levels. Pilot gear Headsets Every pilot needs a good headset.

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Aircraft Dispatcher Job Requirements

Pilot Institute

Key Takeaways Dispatchers are often called pilots on the ground. Dispatchers are often considered “pilots on the ground” and play an important part in airlines. In smaller operations, the pilots plan the entire flight. In an airline environment, pilots have many responsibilities. What Does a Dispatcher Do?

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Knowing When to Call the NTSB

Flying Magazine

The private pilot candidate landed long. Mostly it was done to show the learner that part of being a pilot was being responsible. The pilot of a freshly restored Stearman learned about this the hard way when he had a wingtip strike during a ground loop. The deputy was not a pilot and told us that he had been called by the FAA.