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FAA Issues New Safety Alert on Risks of Visual Approaches

Flight Training Central

The FAA points out that recent data shows several incidents and accidents where crews misjudged terrain clearance, failed to adequately plan descent profiles, or were late in configuring the aircraft for landing. ATC expectations : Pilots should not assume ATC will provide obstacle clearance during a visual approach.

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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Chance Vought F4U Corsair

Vintage Aviation News

It quickly became iconic for its distinctive inverted gullwing designa solution that provided ground clearance for the large propeller, accommodated the robust landing gear, and allowed space for wing-mounted oil coolers. This wing configuration also contributed to improved aerodynamic efficiency and stability.

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Delta CRJ-900 Crash Lands, Flips Upside Down, Loses Both Wings

One Mile at a Time

However, theres not much to it the aircraft received clearance to land, and that was the end of the communication. Obviously a strong crosswind can impact a planes stability. This is an absolutely wild accident First and foremost, thank goodness that initial reports suggest that there were no fatalities.

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

Aerotime

At this point, the pilots will contact ATC for push and start clearance , allowing the plane to be pushed back from its parking position (if applicable, depending on the airport) and to start its engines in sequence.

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Airline Hiring Pauses: Setback or Opportunity for Aspiring Pilots?

Inflight Pilot Training

The industry is stabilizing, and while hiring has slowed from its recent peak, it is far from disappearing. Many airlines have scaled back hiring as a precautionary measure to ensure financial stability. Before pilots can start flying for airlines, they must complete extensive simulator training, checkrides, and operational clearances.

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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Land a Piper Seminole Safely

Pilot's Life Blog

Clear communication with air traffic control (ATC) is essential at this stage to receive landing clearance and avoid conflicts with other aircraft. Full flaps provide maximum lift and stability, allowing the aircraft to fly slower without stalling. Additionally, configure the aircraft for a stable descent.

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Game On!

Plane and Pilot

Although I havent spent much time around GB1s (except for drooling over them while they are on display and flying at airshows) I am always taken aback by how much larger the airplane appears to be in personparticularly, the tall, sweeping rudder that curves down to a sharp point with just enough ground clearance.

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