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.

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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.

Federal Aviation Regulations

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Private pilots have an average of 76 hours when they complete their certificate. The goal was to answer the question, how many hours does a pilot typically have when they complete a private or commercial pilot certificate and instrument rating? Private pilots have an average of 76 hours when they complete their certificate.

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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. Common Drone Acronyms and What They Mean Lets start off with the most basic acronyms that even beginner drone pilots should know. The effect is that the pilot feels like they are flying while inside the drone.

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Air Facts

MARCH 14, 2025

Pilots Bucket List: 11 Must-Do Adventures After Earning Your Pilots 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. Congratulations!

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 17, 2025

A safety pilot has a key job: keeping the flight safe during simulated instrument training. By handling specific tasks and staying sharp, the safety pilot supports the flying pilot and makes sure the flight meets FAA requirements. Key Takeaways A safety pilot monitors the surroundings during simulated instrument flights.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 24, 2025

Special VFR is a clearance issued by Air Traffic Control (ATC) that allows pilots to operate in weather conditions below the standard VFR minimums. Student pilots cannot request Special VFR clearances. Special VFR should only be used with careful risk management and pilot discretion. What Is Special VFR? The short answer is no.

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Air Facts

APRIL 9, 2025

That new plan, when combined with the portable Starlink Mini hardware kit ($499), means pilots can finally have high speed internet access in flight, without large external antennas or prohibitively expensive monthly fees. If this anecdotal sample is any guide, pilots have noticed the news. The system is hardly perfect.

Weather

Pilot Institute

APRIL 22, 2025

Pilots can have multiple licenses. Each license gives a pilot different privileges. Pilots usually start by getting their Private Pilot license and then work towards a commercial pilot license if they are interested in being a pilot as a career. But its a necessary step to obtain higher pilot certification.

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Air Facts

MAY 5, 2025

It is intended to be a flying lesson , but only for those pilots who read it with learning as a mindset. Take into consideration that weather reporting, and the dissemination of these reports to pilots, was not as accurate then as it is now. Also, Trial by Ice is not just another flying story.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 2, 2025

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former United Arilines pilot Romullo Tadeu Melo Silva, who claimed the airline defamed him following a hard-landing incident that damaged a Boeing 767-300 aircraft in Houston. Silva failed this evaluation, and United terminated his employment on October 12, 2023.

Pilot in Command

Flight Training Central

MAY 11, 2025

How to become a pilot a learn to fly checklist Who can be a pilot? How much does it cost to earn a pilots license? How to earn a flight training scholarship Whats the right pilot certificate: Sport, Recreational or Private Pilot? There are numerous jobs in aviation besides just airline pilot.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 21, 2025

That holds particularly true in aviation when a pilots failure to identify risk leads to a lack of situational awareness and poor decision making resulting in a fatality. This resulted in the pilot having to manually fly the airplane using the copilots EADI. ATC asked the pilot to verify his heading.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 6, 2025

The proposed program would authorize qualified pilots to serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) of certain Experimental aircraft after completing specific ground and flight training requirements—without the need for a practical test or check ride, provided they meet established qualifications.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

A multi-engine rating is an FAA class rating that allows a certificated pilot to fly aircraft with more than one engine. It’s not a separate license but an endorsement added to your existing pilot certificate, whether private or commercial. c) are relatively simple compared to other pilot certifications.

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Gary's Flight Journal

JANUARY 26, 2025

There is something to be said for exercising your pilot in command duties. AWOS noted winds variable but the windsock clearly favored one-four this afternoon. I launched for Cambridge (KCGE) and really enjoyed the view. The ride was bumpy but not the worst I've experienced.

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Ask a Flight Instructor

JUNE 9, 2025

Hello, I am hoping to get clarification on accurate time logging, could you please provide a straightforward explanation of how PIC (Pilot in Command) time should be allocated post-flight, specifically focusing on the Second-in-Command (SIC)?

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Have you ever wondered how pilots keep control at high speeds, during stalls, or even when systems fail? The pilot is able to control the aircrafts roll by turning the control yoke or sidestick in the cockpit. The hydraulic system works similarly to a cars power steering and greatly reduces the effort needed by the pilots.

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AV Web

MARCH 6, 2025

The NTSB report also highlighted that both pilots held a type rating for the Learjet 55. The pilot-in-command had logged 9,200 total hours of flight experience, while the second-in-command pilot accumulated 2,600 total hours of flight experience. A cause of the crash has not been determined.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Understanding the Two Paths When deciding between FAA Part 61 vs 107 , you’re essentially choosing between flying manned aircraft and piloting commercial drones. FAA Part 61 This is the traditional route for becoming a private pilot , commercial pilot, or flight instructor. At Leopard Aviation , we operate under Part 61.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 30, 2025

Students and experienced pilots alike can watch back their performance and gain valuable insight by viewing the flight from an outside perspective. Pilots can also learn from each other and inspire others by sharing clips of their flying experiences online. Accessories can make all the difference in capturing smooth, clear footage.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

While VFR flights rely on seeing outside the aircraft, IFR procedures allow pilots to navigate precisely when they cannot see the ground, horizon, or surrounding terrain. Note : While the 1-2-3 rule may indicate you don’t legally need an alternate, experienced pilots often file one anyway. PIREPs : Pilot weather reports.

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Air Facts

JUNE 9, 2025

Within the WYVERN team of aviation professionals, there is a Guidance Review Team composed of four well-seasoned contributors including a past member of the Blue Angels, a former Commanding Officer of the U.S. After each pilot shares their thoughts on their own performance and where they will re-focus, they say, “Glad to Be Here.”

NOTAMs

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

How to Perform a Power-off Stall The FAA’s Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS) outline the procedure for performing a power-off stall. Because showing sound judgment and preparation is part of what makes a good pilot. The post Power-off Stall: Recovery Steps Made Easy appeared first on Pilot Institute.

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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. Reducing ATP minimum hours—say, to 1,000 or 750 hours—would significantly shorten the time pilots spend as CFIs.

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Thrust Flight

JULY 7, 2025

While everyone is familiar with the pilot in command and the first officer, few people realize that a team of flight dispatchers works at […] The post How to Become a Flight Dispatcher appeared first on Thrust Flight. Have you ever wondered about a career behind the scenes at an airline?

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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.

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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. Pilots are responsible for determining their aircraft’s airworthiness before flight. We pilots have our licenses and ratings to certify that we’re fit to fly. What Does Airworthiness Mean?

Operating Limitations

CFI Academy

AUGUST 16, 2024

A Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is a licensed pilot who has received specialized training to teach others how to operate aircraft safely and effectively. They take on the vital task of teaching and mentoring future pilots, guiding them through the complex process of earning their pilot’s certificate.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Being a pilot is far from a “learn it and forget it” endeavor; it requires ongoing practice and knowledge refreshment. A pilot whose abilities peak on the day of their checkride risks becoming a liability. A pilot whose abilities peak on the day of their checkride risks becoming a liability.

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Universal Weather

JULY 29, 2025

How ceilings affect your operation depends on the type of flight, operator SOPs, pilot qualifications, and comfort level. Low ceilings may trigger delays, diversions, or missed approaches, particularly in areas with challenging terrain or limited alternate airport options.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

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. General aviation operations fall into this categorythink of a private pilot flying with his friends or family.

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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.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MARCH 23, 2025

The landing on the other hand was not good as our aircraft touched down quite hard due to the strong winds and for that I can't fault the pilot-in-command.

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Aerotime

JULY 12, 2025

The co-pilot was designated as the pilot flying (PF), while the captain was the pilot monitoring (PM). According to the cockpit voice recorder, one of the pilots asked the other why the fuel was cut off. The 32-year-old co-pilot had just over 3,400 total hours, with 1,128 hours on type.

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AV Web

APRIL 15, 2025

Student pilots get a free pass, because theyre adorable skittering off runways in Loss of Directional Control (LODC) events that vex the best among us. But assumptions spiraled for this private pilot in a 1953 Bell 47D helicopter (think M.A.S.H) No mention if the Cessna pilot noticed. at Marana, Arizona, on 2021s first day.

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