Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Thousands of simulated Private Pilot written exams are completed every month in Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course , but certain topics consistently trip up aspiring aviators. Here are the five most often missed questions from August 20204 on the simulated Private Pilot Knowledge Test. lean the mixture. apply carburetor heat.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 16, 2024

Becoming a private pilot is a challenging process and a big accomplishment. Student pilots go through many hours of flight and ground training to become proficient in the required skills and knowledge to ultimately earn their private pilot certificate. What Is the Private Pilot Knowledge Exam?

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

The student pilot may initially struggle to understand the functions of an E6B flight computer. But pilots around the globe rely on this indispensable gadget for charting their flights, crunching numbers to determine time in transit, fuel usage, and necessary adjustments for wind shifts. What Is an E6B and Why Do Pilots Use It?

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iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Top 10 apps for Student Pilots iPad Pilot News The iPad is a great tool for pilots of all skill levels, from airline captains to student pilots. Student pilots can take advantage of all these benefits and use the iPad to save time and money during flight training with great apps available from the App Store.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

What effect does high density altitude have on aircraft performance? What true airspeed should a pilot expect at 9,000 feet on a standard day with 65 percent maximum continuous power? What is the effect of a temperature increase from 35 to 50 °F on the density altitude if the pressure altitude remains at 8,000 feet MSL?

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iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Top 10 apps for Student Pilots iPad Pilot News The iPad is a great tool for pilots of all skill levels, from airline captains to student pilots. Student pilots can take advantage of all these benefits and use the iPad to save time and money during flight training with great apps available from the App Store.

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Pilot Flight Computer Aeronautical Information Manual Weather 96

Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2025

Introduction Youre ready for takeoff on a hot, humid day at a high-altitude airport – is your aircraft prepared for the challenge? For pilots, understanding air density isn’t just about physics; its about safety and efficiency in every flight. Knowing how to calculate and adjust for air density can make a difference.

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Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

“The Kestrel propeller is a major breakthrough for the Carbon Cub UL, giving pilots superior performance and capability at a previously unheard-of weight.” The post New Propeller for Carbon Cub UL appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine. For more information please visit CubCrafters or Hartzell.

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Plane and Pilot

MARCH 28, 2025

Operators living at high density altitudes would benefit from using a finer pitch setting, while owners prioritizing cruise performance can go with a more coarse-pitch setup. The post Sensenich Introduces New Cessna 172 Propeller appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The JRBAF is a nonprofit organization established in 2023, aiming to preserve, protect, and grow backcountry flying by acquiring remote destinations for pilots of varying skill levels and aircraft types to affordably recreate with friends and family. And perhaps just as important, for pilots of any persuasion, not just CubCrafters customers.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In the early days, pilots used a mechanical circular slide rule, called an E6B. Find the density altitude of an airport with a field elevation of 843, an air temperature of 7 Celsius, and a barometric pressure of 29.83. Electronic E6B calculators came next, which were more intuitive to operate and provide more accurate results.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

With a better understanding of the structure of the test, the material the exam covers, and some sample questions, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a commercial drone pilot. Courses like those offered by Altitude University , The Pilot Institute and ASA , for instance, include several graded practice exams and quizzes.

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Weight-Shift-Control Air Traffic Control Aeronautical Decision-Making Density Altitude 116

Flying Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

” The first priority for Stilson and his father—both pilots and joint owners of a Rans S-20 Raven—was establishing a place to land. He said an upcoming priority is to get the runway noted on sectionals, in addition to finalizing plans to make the airport a bucket-list place for other pilots. “We

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Chess In the Air

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Pilot on this flight was U.S. Self-launch from high-altitude airports, not just from Boulder but also after a possible landout at another airport. The density altitude can be several thousand feet higher. While some of this may be due to continued pilot improvements, a more than 8% improvement is remarkable!

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Northstar VFR

JULY 28, 2023

Most people aren't pilots , though. Pilots know that weather has an intense impact on flying. This includes our altitude! In aviation, altitude isn’t a simple blanket term to be thrown over our height above the ground. Altitude (without sounding like Captain Obvious) might just be the most important thing to a pilot.

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Air Facts

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Density altitude at CBE was over 3,000’ and, with airport elevation at 775′ and the mountain straight ahead, I decided to go missed and fly to the alternate of MRB (Martinsburg, West Virginia).

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Known for being smooth and nearly bulletproof, its only significant drawback is the lack of power, most noticeable when flying in higher density altitudes and at higher weights. The post Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 1953 Cessna 170B appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

Pilots who regularly operate at high elevation airports are (or should be) familiar with planning this type of flying. The “Six” can seat 6 (pilot + 5 passengers) in a 2-2-2 seating configuration. Although not a problem for airliners, flying at high altitude airports presents challenges for pilots of small piston aircraft.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

One arrow I had in my quiver was that, even as a student pilot, I was knowledgeable about instrument procedures. In solid soup, approaching minimums, the pilot friend in the right seat said, “I’ve got the lights.” Flying to Oshkosh for EAA AirVenture took us over high terrain, choosing our fuel stops with density altitude in mind.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

One arrow I had in my quiver was that, even as a student pilot, I was knowledgeable about instrument procedures. In solid soup, approaching minimums, the pilot friend in the right seat said, “I’ve got the lights.” Flying to Oshkosh for EAA AirVenture took us over high terrain, choosing our fuel stops with density altitude in mind.

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Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The pilot held instructor ratings for helicopter and instrument helicopter, with 872 hours flight time, of which 29 were on type. Five minutes later, about two miles south of Teterboro, the pilot said “What is going on here?” The controller asked if the pilot needed assistance but the pilot said no.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Pilot’s aviation app directory 2025 Edition iPad Pilot News iPad Pilot News has helped pilots discoverover 100 quality aviation appssince the invention of the iPad in 2010.Here AOPA Magazine Delivers AOPA’s monthly magazines to AOPA members, including AOPA Pilot and AOPA Flight Training.

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Air Facts

MAY 24, 2024

Even though this was late May, it was early enough in the day that the temperatures and density altitude hadn’t climbed to outrageous heights—yet. So, what did I learn from this experience that I can pass along to other pilots? Let the King Air taxi past, we are headed to the FBO.”

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Northstar VFR

JULY 7, 2024

Legal Requirements In order to jump into instructing, you’ll need to have your commercial pilot certificate (or your airline transport pilot certificate) and an instrument rating and at least 250 hours of flight time. I am a much better pilot for it. It’s such a great experience and it only makes you a safer pilot.

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Learn to Fly

JULY 11, 2024

What can pilots do to prevent this? During your student pilot training you are taught to rely on speed and the 1G stall speed to avoid stalls. This happens regardless of weight, bank angle, temperature, density altitude, or center of gravity. Without an AOA indicator, the AOA is invisible to pilots.

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Ground effect is a phenomenon that every pilot must master. As a pilot, you must have a good understanding of ground effect to maintain control and make the required adjustments during important flight stages. According to the FAA, a pilot’s aeronautical knowledge must include ground effect training.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Short field landings are a true test of a pilot’s skill. They are also one of the most feared maneuvers during the private pilot checkride. Whether you’re new to short field landings or a pilot needing a refresher, this essential guide is for you. Feeling overwhelmed by this challenging maneuver?

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AeroSavvy

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Pilots must follow the rules and carefully plan their routes over the National Park. Pilots should read Subpart U – Special Flight Rules in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National Park, AZ. Sporty’s Pilot Shop stocks current Grand Canyon charts. Altitude Caution Flying a normally aspirated (non-turbocharged) aircraft?

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Professional Pilot

JUNE 10, 2024

The beginning In 1978, Redtail Air started air tours with 1 pilot and 1 airplane. Operations With a field elevation of 4579 ft, and density altitude frequently reaching 9000 ft in the summer, Redtail Director of Operations Dan Wheeler keeps aircraft performance on everyone’s mind.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

First, use a Sectional Chart or sattelite imagery (even for IFR pilots) to get the “big picture” of surrounding terrain and potential obstructions. At airports without published instrument approach/departure procedures, you will need to ensure that you can climb visually to a safe altitude.

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Chess In the Air

JULY 4, 2022

There’s been a lot of interest in my recent accident analysis “ Invisible Trap Kills Glider Pilot – How To Avoid Microbursts.” Cold downdrafts created by virga displace warmer air near the surface creating updrafts glider pilots can, and should, use to avoid landing in downburst conditions. Absolutely!

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

In aviation, altitude is far more complex than its dictionary definition. Pilots use several types of altitude for varying purposes, which include reading aeronautical charts, communicating with ATC, and calculating aircraft performance. In this short guide, youll learn about the different altitude types and their significance.

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The airplane’s engine, propeller, and wings, which have struggled all summer against the ravages of high temperatures and density altitude, are now in their happy place. Scraping the ice off the aircraft is hard on the pilot—not to mention the paint and plexiglass—and often leaves a residue of lift-killing crust on the surfaces.

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Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

That said, you earned your Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating back in SoCal, as the local pilot’s fondly refer to that part of the country. Outside of the marine layer that incessantly taunts the coastal areas, back home your experiences with density altitude are minimal. Why would anyone want to do that?

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The airplane’s engine, propeller, and wings, which have struggled all summer against the ravages of high temperatures and density altitude, are now in their happy place. Scraping the ice off the aircraft is hard on the pilot—not to mention the paint and plexiglass—and often leaves a residue of lift-killing crust on the surfaces.

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Ceiling Airplanes Weather Density Altitude 96

Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The many analyses and videos on these topics have been done in what can best be described as laboratory conditions, carefully selected optimum conditions of pilot, airplane, and environment. Was this a power loss after takeoff, whether or not the pilot chose to fly an impossible turn? Would a visual AOA indicator have helped?

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 2, 2024

It generally encourages you, as the pilot, to do a good job of preparing for each flight and keep up your stockpile of skills by regular training and practice. The problem is, there’s more than this one limitation involved in the average flight, beyond just the perils that can be met by our piloting ability.

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