Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Flight training involves the act of sharpening your skills every day. As you step into the cockpit and start learning, you’ll quickly realize it’s about building good habits that make flying second nature. Trust me, you’ll find yourself growing into a better pilot, flight after flight. Flying through bad weather.

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AV Web

JANUARY 1, 2025

One of the primary areas where AI shines is in flight management systems (FMS). Modern FMS platforms equipped with AI can analyze vast amounts of data, including weather conditions, air traffic, and aircraft performance metrics, to optimize flight paths in real-time. That was the problem with the Boeing 737 MCAS.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 23, 2025

Electronic flight bag legal briefing for pilots2025 edition iPad Pilot News The best reading is in some Advisory Circulars from the FAA. Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 8, 2025

ACARS can replace tasks such as pre-departure and oceanic clearances, send position reports, and grab weather data for you. Before long, everything from oceanic clearance requests to in-flight weather updates could flow through ACARS. Weather Updates and D-ATIS ACARS can also improve relaying weather information.

Clearance

Flying Magazine

APRIL 29, 2025

Garmin, a brand synonymous with flight planning and execution, brings a new tool to the cockpit with the Garmin Pilot Web, a flight planning website that interfaces nicely with the Garmin Pilot mobile app. With its free, at-a-glance tools, you will find it can greatly simplify your online flight planning workflow.”

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WayMan

JUNE 16, 2025

Flight Management Systems (FMS): Sophisticated computer systems with integration of navigation, flight planning, performance management, and systems monitoring. Autopilot Systems: Can automatically pilot the aircraft’s flight path according to pilot inputs or pre-programmed parameters.

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iPad Pilot News

JULY 2, 2025

Can I add in-flight weather to the iPad? What is the difference between Sentry and Sentry Plus Can I legally use the iPad as a replacement for paper charts for VFR or IFR flight? What are the main ways people are mounting iPads in the cockpit? What are my options for securing an iPad in my lap in the cockpit?

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Inflight Pilot Training

DECEMBER 22, 2024

If your dream is to join Deltas cockpit, the journey starts with a strong foundation in flight training. Step 1: Start with Your Private Pilot License (PPL) Every Delta Airlines pilot begins their journey at the same place: flight school. Solo Flight: Experience the independence of flying on your own.

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

This compact, lightweight, durable bag is designed to fit conveniently between the seats of smaller aircraft like a Cessna, ensuring your flight tools are always within reach. With a padded iPad pocket, headset hanger, and quick-access pockets for other essentials, it’s the perfect fit for modern cockpit needs.

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AV Web

JULY 17, 2025

The announcement comes just weeks after Garmin released its own reinvented procedural charts called Smart Charts for the Garmin Pilot cockpit app. With Dynamic Procedures integrated into the Maps view, the user can quickly reference vital and relevant procedure information in the context of weather, traffic, terrain and obstacles.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 11, 2025

These alerts include runway proximity, traffic, cabin altitude, destination weather, terrain, airspace and TFRs, carbon monoxide and more. The destination weather frequency callout provides the destination airport weather frequency (ATIS, AWOS, or ASOS). The alert will display a New Flight Plan Loaded From Panel message.

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Northstar VFR

JULY 6, 2025

How to check: Use flight planning tools like ForeFlight, 1800WXBRIEF, or the FAA NOTAM search. W – Weather What it is: Current and forecasted weather along your route and at your destination (including alternates if needed). Why it matters: Weather can dictate your go/no-go decision.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

If you’re aiming to earn your private pilot’s license, ground school is an essential part of your path to the cockpit. You will learn about weather reports, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and good decision-making. The Main Subjects Include Aeronautical knowledge and flight planning. But is it required?

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Flying Magazine

JUNE 12, 2025

Having recently reviewed how to call for a clearance, I filed my first IFR flight plan, received my clearance from the VATSIM controller, and soon I was following the Logan Four departure out of the Class Bravo and on my way. I double-checked my autopilot and looked down at my sim cockpit to verify the pitot heat was on.

Air Traffic Control

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Or perhaps you’re designing a fully-fledged cockpit that rivals real-world flight training rigs. No matter the complexity, every flight sim setup has these three fundamental elements: The System The Simulator The Peripherals The System The system refers to the computer hardware that runs the simulator software.

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Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 29, 2025

Unsurprisingly, newer airplanes with upgraded glass cockpits tend to cost more, while older aircraft with classic steam gauges tend to cost less. Books and materials Although the digital age has shifted much of flight planning and reference work onto tablets and other devices, books and study materials remain vital.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 5, 2025

Youll be flying with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) who will guide you through pre-flight procedures, takeoff, in-flight maneuvers, and landing. Takeoff and In-Flight Experience Your instructor will handle the takeoff, but once the aircraft is stable in level flight, its your turn. What Should You Bring?

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Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This was another satisfying trip, full of ADM, IMSAFE, and trade-offs—and weather. Photo: Ed Wischmeyer] Then came perhaps the most satisfying leg of the flight. The weather was… interesting. Soft” IFR is what you plan for, and “hard” IFR is what you might get. The first two nights there seemed calm, but about 9 p.m.,

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Plane and Pilot

MAY 23, 2025

It nevertheless comes with some fairly steep learning curves as you get acquainted with the new lingo, fast-paced lessons, and pressures of the cockpit. The Headset: Your Lifeline in the Cockpit Let’s start with one of the most essential pieces of gear: your headset. The Sporty’s Flight Gear Bi-Fold Kneeboard. .”

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Proficiency is about developing and maintaining the skills you need to handle a wide range of conditions in the cockpit. Fuel and maintenance costs are on a steady rise, and with it, the cost of your flight training. Familiarize yourself with your aircraft, review your intended route, and assess the latest weather conditions.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

An Instrument Rating is an FAA certification that allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Youll learn how to navigate, communicate with Air Traffic Control, interpret weather, and conduct instrument approaches to airports, all without relying on whats outside your window. Flight canceled. A busy Class B airport?

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 4, 2025

Unexpected situations can arise at any point in your flight. In your life as a pilot, youll be facing issues like changes in weather, mechanical problems, or traffic delays. When creating a flight plan, you’ll be doing distances, speeds, times en route, and fuel burn.

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iPad Pilot News

JUNE 6, 2025

While these high-performance pro models would suit (and honestly exceed) most pilots’ needs in the cockpit, there are some other options and features worth considering when purchasing an iPad for use in aviation. It can fit in most GA cockpits, providing the largest screen available. iPad Pro, iPad Air or iPad Mini?

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iPad Pilot News

JULY 11, 2025

Whether you’re studying in the FBO, reviewing flashcards from the cockpit, or prepping for your oral exam on the couch, this course moves with you. As with all courses in the Pilot Training app, the ATP Test Prep Course is fully accessible on iPad, iPhone, and Mac, with your progress synced across devices. and includes lifetime access.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Key Takeaways The E6B is a mechanical slide rule that helps pilots make calculations useful for flight planning Use the slide rule side to calculate time, speed, fuel, and air density calculations. Mastering Wind Correction Angles and Groundspeed No flight plan is complete without considering the effect of wind.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 3, 2025

The cockpit is a pilot’s dream, centered around the Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck. Key features include the fully integrated Garmin GFC700 autopilot, Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology, and Garmin Flight Stream 510 for wireless database and flight plan transfers.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 31, 2025

Up front, the Cirrus Perspective+ by Garmin cockpit features the latest software updates and dual 10-inch flight displays. Pilots can access Flight Stream 510 for wireless flight plan syncing, Cirrus IQ for remote aircraft monitoring, and SiriusXM Weather and Audio for in-flight situational awareness.

Descent

Pilot Institute

JULY 11, 2025

Key Takeaways Occluded fronts merge warm and cold front hazards, causing complex, severe weather. Identifying occluded fronts on charts is important for flight planning and safety. What Is a Weather Front? And when you hear about one approaching, expect a change in the weather soon. There are four types of fronts.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

Gilbert, AZ is alive with aviation excitement, and many search for flight instructors near Gilbert to begin their pilot dreams. As Leopard Aviation, we train from Falcon Field in nearby Mesa, piloting modern Cessna 172 Skyhawks with Garmin G1000 glass cockpits. Why Gilbert, AZ for Flight Training? The weather is your friend.

Cockpit

Flying Magazine

MAY 13, 2025

The weather was gray and low that morning several years agoexactly what I wanted. Add in low visibility, unfamiliar fixes, and real-world distractions in the cockpit, and even an experienced pilot can start to feel overwhelmed if not properly prepared and organized. The cockpit is no place for shame. They stack up quickly.

Clearance

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Keep reading, and you’ll start to recognize the subtle tricks your body can play on you when you’re in the cockpit. Your instincts might say one thing, but in the cockpit, it’s vital to trust your instruments over your gut. Even though today’s flight instruments are highly accurate, ignoring your instincts can be tough.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 30, 2025

The course includes over 196 lessons that cover a wide range of topics, from aerodynamics to flight planning. These lessons include scenario-based training with real cockpit footage and animations for a truly engaging experience. Additionally, the knowledge you gain in ground school directly applies to your flight lessons.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

Mesa, AZ, is home to over 300 sunny days each year, making it a top spot for flight training. When you search for flight instructors near Mesa, you’ll find that consistent good weather means fewer lesson cancellations and more time in the air. Emphasis on cockpit resource management, flight planning, and weather interpretation.

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Air Facts

JUNE 4, 2025

Inside the FBO, I grabbed a cup of coffee and checked the weather briefing one last time. I filed my flight plan and headed out. The Challenge: Trusting the Instruments Cessna 123AB, were showing a band of weather moving into your area, came the call from Manila Control. Another flight behind us. Trust the tools.

Altimeter

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 6, 2025

These aircraft are some of the most popular and advanced single-engine piston aircraft in the world, offering students an immersive experience in a modern glass cockpit environment. Students learn essential skills such as aircraft control, airspace navigation, and weather awareness while flying Cirrus aircraft.

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Air Facts

APRIL 11, 2025

Consequently, its absolutely imperative that before you jump into the cockpit with your trusty mount, fully set up your EFB. And thats more than just waiting for it to automatically download the latest weather and charts. What about weather and radar color and coverage? Do you use your iPad in portrait or landscape mode?

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Pilot Institute

JULY 4, 2025

Squall lines are powerful weather phenomena that can impact vast areas. Weather radars and reports can help you plan ahead to avoid squall lines. They deliver severe weather along their path. Because squall lines act as a unified phenomenon, they can cover a vast area with intense weather. What Is a Squall Line?

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