Federal Aviation Regulations Pilot Pilot in Command 
Air Facts
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft? Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. Little by little, your authority as PIC can be eroded until no one is actually in command.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The Pilot in Command is responsible for ensuring all equipment is functional before every flight. Pilots use the A-TOMATO-FLAMES acronym to remember all the necessary equipment for flying under VFR rules. Pilots use the A-TOMATO-FLAMES acronym to remember all the necessary equipment for flying under VFR rules.
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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. This is great information for pilots looking to make the transition from paper charts to an iPad, but should also be reviewed by experienced iPad pilots as well.
Plane and Pilot
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
It is the first time you will step into the cockpit and demonstrate to your examiner, the FAA, and yourself that youre ready to safely and competently operate as a private pilot. The Importance of Your First Check Ride Passing your private pilot check ride signals that youre competent to fly independently and carry passengers safely.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
Drones have their own language, and its filled with abbreviations and acronyms that can be overwhelming for new drone pilots. But it is valuable to learn these terms for the sake of safety, compliance, and communication in the aviation world. The effect is that the pilot feels like they are flying while inside the drone.
Pilot Institute
JULY 9, 2025
Airworthiness is one of those parts of pilot life we tend to take for granted. But for a good pilot, following the rules isn’t enough. The rules for airworthiness are written in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Pilots are responsible for determining their aircraft’s airworthiness before flight.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
For a passenger, aviation law is a concept that receives little thought during a flight. To a pilot, however, aviation laws are the rules by which they operate to ensure the highest level of safety. Despite us pilots considering ourselves the epitome of human perfection, few are bar-certified lawyers. What Are the Parts?
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