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?

Groundspeed 52

Groundspeed True Airspeed Density Altitude Knot 52

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In the early days, pilots used a mechanical circular slide rule, called an E6B. The electronic E6B is equally useful when in the airplane, to help determine actual winds aloft, true airspeed, fuel burn, and descent planning. Calculate the actual true airspeed given the following flight conditions. knots Correct!

Flight Plan 52

Flight Plan True Airspeed Flight Computer Groundspeed 52

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? The result of the interference of the surface of the Earth with the airflow patterns about an airplane. 1,300-foot increase.

Density Altitude 105

Density Altitude Knot Ground Effect True Airspeed 105

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.

Density Altitude 52

Density Altitude Pilot True Airspeed Lift 52

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 30, 2025

With the right apps, pilots can check weather, plan routes, improve radio communications, log flights, simulate flying scenarios, and even listen in on real-time ATC traffic. Whether you’re a student just starting out or a professional pilot refining your workflow, these 10 aviation apps will help you fly smarter in 2025.

Pilot 52

Pilot Flight Computer Weather Wind Shear 52

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.

Knot 93

Knot Weather Density Altitude True Airspeed 93

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.

Knot 82

Knot Weather Density Altitude True Airspeed 82