Pilot Institute
MARCH 28, 2025
To fly an aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 pounds or a jet (regardless of weight), pilots require a type rating. Glider This category includes aircraft that are designed to fly without an engine and rely on natural air currents for lift through the reaction between the air and the wing. no control surfaces).
AV Web
JULY 23, 2025
While the rule is complex—the final document spans over a thousand pages—its core impact on the Experimental/Amateur-Built (EAB) community can be distilled into a few key areas that represent a massive expansion of freedom and utility for pilots and a profound shift in the maintenance landscape for owners.
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Pilot Institute
JUNE 4, 2025
How does it turn or climb without the usual control surfaces? Despite their lack of horizontal control surfaces, tailless aircraft are designed to be stable. With this type of aircraft, the functions of longitudinal stability and control are incorporated into the main wing. Ever wondered how it stays balanced?
Air Facts
MAY 7, 2025
Its maximum takeoff weight of 9,300 pounds and large cabin space made it suitable for cargo, passengers, or specialized equipment. It was common practice for tower controllers to monitor the area control centre enroute frequency. It was a winter night shift in a Western Ontario air traffic control tower.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
These control surfaces dictate the aircraft’s roll, and this allows it to bank smoothly through turns or even recover from turbulence. Have you ever wondered how pilots keep control at high speeds, during stalls, or even when systems fail? Key Takeaways Ailerons control the aircrafts roll by adjusting lift on each wing.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 22, 2025
You may pilot aircraft with a Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) of 1320 pounds, carry no more than one passenger, and fly only during the daytime up to 10,000 feet MSL (or 2,000 AGL). You can lift most limitations through the completion of a prescribed training course with an FAA-certified flight instructor. So, hows it any different?
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Key Takeaways A flat spin is a dangerous, level-flight spin with reduced control effectiveness. A flat spin happens when the center of gravity shifts too far aft (toward the tail), and the aircraft’s rotation becomes more horizontal. The wing cannot produce enough lift to sustain flight at the critical Angle of Attack (stall).
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