Air Facts
MAY 5, 2025
The ice was simultaneously adding weight while destroying the shape of the wing and stabilizer air foils. Besides, we were still operating under a declared emergency which allows the pilot in command to do anything necessary to mitigate the danger he or she is facing. Then my worst fears became reality.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
What Is Aircraft Stability? Stability is the aircrafts tendency to maintain its attitude or orientation. If the aircraft is too stable, itll be very reluctant to change its attitude and wont be very responsive to the pilots control inputs. Lateral stability depends on the aircrafts design.
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Pilot's Life Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
Most flight schools use purpose-built training aircraft that are known for stability, reliability, and forgiving handling characteristics. However, to act as Pilot in Command of a multi-engine aircraft, you must maintain currency—meaning regular flight experience and a current flight review. Does a multi-engine rating expire?
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
As the pilot in command, it is your job to minimize the loss of altitude and recovery as soon as practicable. But in a power-off stall, you have to pitch down to allow the airspeed to increase and stabilize the aircraft. Adjust the throttle and mixture to cruise settings once the aircraft is in a clean configuration.
Flight Training Central
JULY 14, 2025
The aviation industry has long debated the minimum flight hours required for pilots to obtain an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, a prerequisite for serving as a pilot in command at major airlines. Reduced Program Stability: Frequent turnover undermines the stability of flight training programs.
Flying Magazine
JULY 30, 2025
Stability Image stabilization makes all the difference for a smooth, clear picture. Many newer cameras have built-in stability features, especially action cameras that are created specifically for high-motion scenarios. Motion and vibration from the airplane can cause camera shake, distorting and blurring the image.
Flight Training Central
MAY 11, 2025
Also check on the schools financial stability and refund policy in the event you must withdraw for whatever reason and always be cautious of paying large sums of money up front. A 1 st Class medical is required when flight operations require an Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
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