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Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft?

Air Facts

is one of the simplest and best known federal aviation regulations, and it clearly defines the most essential job as a pilot: to be the boss for the entire flight. Consider the amazing picture below, taken on the flight deck of a Boeing 314 flying boat over 80 years ago.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

Pilot Institute

Acronyms for Regulatory Compliance The following terms are important in making sure that drone pilots comply with all relevant FAA regulations. 14CFR Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations 14CFR is part of the Federal Regulations that pertain to Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).

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Affiliate Content: Which Equipment Meets FAA Oxygen Requirements?

AV Web

The notion that “aviation regulations are written in blood” serves as a stark but powerful reminder of how many safety rules exist because of past tragedies. In aviation, nearly every regulation has a backstory, including those concerning oxygen use.

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Instructing and ‘Studenting’ like a Pro

Plane and Pilot

Just as airline pilots practice their flows on a flight deck diagram, and military pilots “chair fly” their missions ahead of time, student pilots need to show up prepared and practiced for the day’s tasks. In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer.

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Instructing and ‘Studenting’ Like a Pro

Plane and Pilot

Just as airline pilots practice their flows on a flight deck diagram, and military pilots “chair fly” their missions ahead of time, student pilots need to show up prepared and practiced for the day’s tasks. In return, the simple act of flight instruction is excellent preparation for the duties of an airline first officer.

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Sporty’s courses offer a modern solution for your flight school

Flight Training Central

There are two different sections of the Federal Aviation Regulations governing flight schools and training–Part 61 and Part 141. Dynamic in-flight video – Sporty’s courses are famous for their 4K video and 3D animations. Sporty’s courses can be adopted for use under Part 61 or 141.

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Two injured as Southwest Airlines flight dives to avert a ‘midair collision’ (click photo for details)

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