Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

You might think that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are just about how to control and use your instruments in the aircraft, but you need more than skill–you need a rock-solid plan. IFR flight planning is about preparing for every twist and turn along the route. What Is an IFR Flight Plan?

Flight Plan

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

One of the most important skills pilots learn during flight training is sound decision making. Every flight, regardless of the complexity of the airplane or the distance of the trip, is comprised of a continuous series of decisions involving a host of variables that the pilot must make in order to safely get from point A to point B.

Ceiling

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A biennial flight review guide is more than a regulatory requirementits a crucial opportunity for pilots to refresh skills and stay sharp. The FAA mandates a review every 24 months, ensuring pilots remain proficient in regulations, safety procedures, and flight maneuvers.

Weather

Photographic Logbook

JUNE 29, 2025

"Hi.I'm in Delaware." - Wayne Campbell, Wayne's World , 1992 Restless Pilot Syndrome Having resumed acting as pilot in command of my own airplane after a relatively brief setback, I was delighted beyond words to be back at it. When I was passed to Dover Approach, the controller was handing off another pilot in Grumman 716ER.

Runway

Air Facts

JULY 23, 2025

My duties at Skyway included flying as copilot on the Beech 99 and Beech 18, as well as pilot-in-command on the single-engine airplanes. Jerry had been my chief pilot and multi-engine instructor at an FBO in Springfield, Missouri, where we both worked prior to our employment at Skyway. Audrey had reduced his pilot staff.

NDB

Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Pilots should always be evaluating alternate airports. One of the most important skills pilots must continue to hone is sound decision-making. IFR Alternate Airport Planning Legal requirements for selecting an alternate airport Additional GPS Approach Considerations Which weather forecast should you use?

Ceiling

iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

Electronic flight bag legal briefing for pilots—2024 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.

Pilot

Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Pilots observe checklist use and learn their importance starting at the first flight lesson. Checklist use is an element that pilots are tested on during checkrides at every level of training. Following a checklist ensures that procedures for safe flight, aircraft operation, and emergencies are followed.

Pilot

World Airline News

APRIL 30, 2024

Flights Dispatchers are licensed by Transport Canada and prepare the Flight Plan, board fuel, monitor aircraft systems, monitor weather, deal with in-flight emergencies along with other very important functions. No Air Transat aircraft can depart without the approval of the Flight Plan by the Flight Dispatcher.

Pilot in Command

WayMan

MAY 10, 2024

Starting your journey to become a pilot involves understanding what a pilot license is and what it can do for you. A pilot license allows you to operate aircraft and is a must-have for anyone looking to fly for leisure or a career in aviation. For example, a PPL may require around 40 hours of flight time.

Pilot

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.

Weight-Shift-Control

iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

iPad Pilot News One of the most common questions we hear as pilots is, “Do I really need to put my phone in Airplane Mode?” Pilots using a device like Sentry or Stratus in the cockpit, which requires Wi-Fi, can turn Wi-Fi back on after enabling Airplane Mode to connect to these accessories.

Airplanes

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.

Weather

Pilot Job Central

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

It Can Be Difficult Landing Your First Pilot Job – But it Doesn’t Have to Be The Employment Catch-22 – employers want you to have experience before they’ll hire you. But how do you gain experience when every entry level pilot job is requiring experience to be hired? Pilot Jobs aren’t exempt from the employment catch-22.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Becoming a pilot is an exciting journey, but it requires a solid understanding of the costs involved. Flight training is a significant investment, and for aspiring pilots, its essential to know exactly what theyre committing to. However, different types of pilot certifications come with varying costs and time commitments.

Pilot

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 11, 2024

As the demand for air travel continues to grow, so does the need for qualified pilots. But, the aviation industry is currently facing a pilot shortage, making it the perfect time for newly licensed private pilots to take the next step towards advancing their skills. How Many Pilots Are Needed To Fight The Shortage?

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Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Pilot Certificates and Ratings Looking to understand pilot certificates and ratings? This guide covers the types of FAA pilot certifications, what they allow you to do, and the steps to achieve them. The certifications include the Student Pilot Certificate and the Sport Pilot Certificate.

Pilot

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 14, 2024

Becoming a commercial airline pilot is a dream for many people who are looking for a challenging and rewarding career. With the increasing demand for pilots in the industry, it’s an opportunity that promises exciting travel opportunities, a lucrative salary and top-notch benefits.

Pilot

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

An instrument rated pilot, who has not logged any instrument time in 1 year or more, cannot serve as pilot in command under IFR, unless the pilot passes an instrument proficiency check followed by 6 hours and six instrument approaches, 3 of those hours in the category of aircraft involved. 30 minutes. 45 minutes.

Instrument Flight Rules

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

As pilots, we understand that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandates a Biennial Flight Review (BFR) every 24 calendar months to ensure ongoing proficiency and safety. According to 14 CFR 61.56, pilots are required to complete a flight review every 24 calendar months to act as Pilot in Command (PIC).

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Maintaining strong instrument skills is essential for pilot safety, especially in low-visibility conditions. Its a required assessment for pilots who have not met IFR currency rules, ensuring they can safely operate under instrument flight rules. It ensures that pilots maintain the necessary skills for safe IFR operations.

Instrument Flight Rules

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

If you’re unclear about what flight following is or how to use it, this guide has you covered. Key Takeaways VFR flight following offers real-time help and improves pilots’ situational awareness. With flight following, ATC provides traffic advisories and supplemental information. Let’s look at a few of them.

Transponder

Northstar VFR

JUNE 22, 2023

By Jordan Bullock CFI, FO B737 The first topic usually discussed in flight school is the daunting preflight. Most pilots see it as a barrier to them and the sky. This walk around is what a lot of pilots consider as the only facet of the preflight. This allows a pilot to plan ahead for any delays that might occur.

Gross Weight

Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As a Part 107 drone pilot (commercial operator), or as a recreational drone flyer, operations in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace are allowed without air traffic control permission. In these LAANC enabled areas, authorizations are provided to drone pilots through companies approved by the FAA.

Air Traffic Control

Air Facts

MARCH 14, 2025

Pilots Bucket List: 11 Must-Do Adventures After Earning Your License Air Facts Journal You worked hard, paid a lot of money and earned your pilot’s license. ” Everyone’s dream list will vary, but let me suggest 11 things that every pilot should do with their license. 100 hamburger flight.

Airplanes

Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

Initially, the dispatchers job was straightforward ensuring that a de Havilland DH4 aircraft was available and serviceable, the pilot was properly qualified, and the weather was suitable for air delivery. This ensured timely and efficient flights by providing pilots with critical weather and field information along their routes.

Weight-Shift-Control

Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

Key Takeaways NOTAMs update pilots about changes in airspace, airports, and equipment that affect aircraft operations. Checking NOTAMs before flight is required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR 91.103). NOTAMs alert pilots to issues that impact flight operations. This tells pilots where the NOTAM applies.

NOTAMs

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

For an instrument pilot, though, there is one key difference between a smaller, non-towered airport and a larger one with an air traffic control tower: obtaining an IFR clearance. To review, flying an IFR trip involves four main steps: File a flight plan (either with Flight Service or in an aviation app).

Clearance

Flight Training Central

AUGUST 5, 2024

And if you can connect with the FBO or another pilot who has local knowledge and experience to share, even better. Or you may decide your first international pilot-in-command experience would be best served as part of a guided tour. Many pilots opt for a location on or near the door so it’s easy to access and identity.

Flight Plan

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Two mistakes you’ll want to try your best to avoid are a pilot deviation or a runway incursion. A pilot deviation happens when you violate an FAA regulation or an instruction from Air Traffic Control (ATC). Pilot deviations are incredibly stressful. Don’t allow distractions to pull you away from your tasks as a pilot.

Runway

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Regular proficiency checks are essential for pilots to ensure safety in the skies. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandates a flight review every 24 months, consisting of at least one hour of ground instruction and one hour of flight training. At Leopard Aviation, we understand the importance of these reviews.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 18, 2024

The change from the Practical Test Standards (PTS) to the ACS was a long-anticipated update for flight instructor applicants and Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs). At the same time, the FAA also made an update to the Private Pilot AC S. The Private Pilot checkride is based on the Private Pilot ACS.

Checkride

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.

Density Altitude

Flying Magazine

MAY 16, 2024

On June 18, teams of women pilots from across the U.S. The ARC continues in the spirit of that event, with women pilots of all ages and backgrounds. The teams consist of at least two female pilots. Each team flies a normally aspirated, piston-powered airplane in visual flight conditions during daylight hours.

Pilot in Command

Flight Training Central

MAY 3, 2024

For all ACS, the following changes have been made: Added an introductory note in the Foreword referencing and explaining the ACS Companion Guide for Pilots. Added Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25) and the Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2) as a reference in various Tasks. Flight Deck Management PA.II.B.R3

Airplanes

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Johnson splits his daily activities between flying, working on FAA-related duties, and coordinating activities with 60 pilots and maintenance personnel. In about 3 years, when the merger is complete, we’ll have close to 200 pilots.” Pilots work 12-hour shifts, starting at 7 am, on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.

Pilot

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Johnson splits his daily activities between flying, working on FAA-related duties, and coordinating activities with 60 pilots and maintenance personnel. In about 3 years, when the merger is complete, we’ll have close to 200 pilots.” Pilots work 12-hour shifts, starting at 7 am, on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.

Pilot