Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Pilots can use pitot heat or alternate static sources to handle blockages in-flight. The altimeter is the only instrument in small aircraft that gives the pilot altitude information. Since atmospheric pressure changes with weather, pilots must adjust the altimeter using the local barometric pressure shown in the Kollsman Window.

Pitot Tube

Pilot Institute

JUNE 19, 2025

As a pilot, understanding every airport marking that you may encounter is vital to the safe operation of your aircraft. Centerlines, aiming points, and touchdown zones help pilots land accurately. They include runways, taxiways, ramps, terminals, and other key features so pilots can safely navigate on the ground.

Runway

Plane and Pilot

MAY 20, 2025

Hopefully you know a benevolent brother, altruistic acquaintance, or philanthropic pilot who is prepared to lend you his personal flying machine. I much prefer the American system, where youre either being controlled by an appropriately licensed FAA employee in a tower or operating on unicom and simply communicating with other pilots.

Altimeter

AV Web

JUNE 16, 2025

Part of the fleet of firefighting aircraft in the Canadian province of Ontario has been grounded by a pilot shortage brought on by low wages. JP Hornick, president of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union said the pilots left Ontario for jobs in other provinces where the money is better.

Pilot

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Meanwhile the JetBlue A321 ended up having to return to a gate due to the tarmac delay rule. While everyone is patient (well, at least while on frequency Id love to hear the conversation happening in the flight deck between the two JetBlue pilots!), Thats rough. The controller in this situation gave me a good laugh.

Air Traffic Control

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Bill was a pilot for Eastern Airlines and he wore a toupee. We hop out of the cockpit, and Andrew ties the ship to the tarmac for the night. The post A Taylorcraft Reunion appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine. Still have Raggmop on the door. Bill would love this. Do you know what that is? I do, Andrew says with a nod.

Airplanes

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 19, 2025

These trainers, criticized by pilots as being “too easy” to fly, were soon replaced by more challenging aircraft like the Curtiss-Wright AT-9 Jeep and North American AT-6 Texan. It served as a training ground for multi-engine aircraft, initially employing the Cessna AT-17 Bobcat and AT-10 Wichita. With the U.S.

Tail

World Airline News

JULY 9, 2025

We’re honored to be part of your daily routine, whether you’re on the tarmac or reading from your flight deck at home. Whether you’re a seasoned commercial pilot or an aspiring private flyer, Kore’s headsets are engineered to bring clarity and focus to every journey.

Tarmac

Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 23, 2025

The Fighter Collection’s Grumman F8F Bearcat sits beside their FG-1D Corsair on the tarmac at Duxford during the Meet the Fighters air show. Renowned for its performance, the Corsair earned its place in aviation history as a dominant air superiority fighter during World War II and continued to prove its worth during the Korean War.

Tarmac

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MAY 17, 2025

There are special conditions that pilots must follow when flying to and out of this airport. You are able to view the traffic of the tarmac from the windows of the corridor which lead to the end of the pier. There are a few cafes to enjoy a meal before departure. Let's check out the gates. This is BA Cityflyer ERJ-190 E1.

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Flying Magazine

JUNE 19, 2025

Over the course of three decades, he said he has performed every job from janitor, salesperson, maintenance coordinator, scheduler, and pilot to CEO with one thing in mind—creating a travel experience that is second to none. One of NICHOLAS AIR’s Gulstream jets sits on the tarmac.

Jet

Flying Magazine

JULY 7, 2025

READ MORE: Airlines and Pilots Don’t See Eye to Eye on Autonomous Flights Aerodynamic lift and vectored thrust come from two pairs of ducted propellers running on kerosene-powered engines, mounted outside the main hull. Helium contributes only about 60 percent of the lift—the shape of the balloon forms a giant wing, providing the rest.

Knot

Professional Pilot

JULY 7, 2025

General aviation (GA) pilots, corporate flight departments, and privately-owned aircraft cannot use airline terminals. Some airports have only one FBO – described sardonically by pilots as “hostage” FBOs, since they’re the only option on that airport. On the other hand, some airports afford pilots several choices.

Fixed Base Operator

Air Facts

JULY 4, 2025

The Ace of Sewanee Air Facts Journal I got my pilot’s license in 1984, but it was another five years before I became a pilot. Beginning almost forty years ago, I spent time in the cockpit with a series of pilots whose influence I have only recently come to appreciate. Even then, my education had only just begun.

Tarmac

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 17, 2025

Around noontime, we set off for what would be our next near 3 hour journey around the tarmac, again in a series of hold patterns as the flight crew (who were sympathetic to our situation and stayed in touch with regular updates) worked with operations on any variety of routing options to get around this massive weather front.

Weather

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Cactus Garden allows aviation geeks to view some aircraft at the tarmac. I wonder how the ex- A320 pilots feel about flying this aircraft, switching from the Sidestick to the Yoke it might take some time to get used to. This is the viewing gallery at Terminal 1. This is where my flight was departing. There it is, my ride to Hat Yai!

Weather

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 31, 2024

While the typical journey from Houston to San Jos, Costa Rica, takes about three and a half hours, the flight sat on the tarmac for the entire duration and more. A United Airlines flight recently suffered a significant delay, leading to turmoil from frustrated passengers and an unfortunate memory in the books.

Tarmac

Simple Flying

APRIL 5, 2025

Southwest Airlines has been recognized by avgeeks and avid travelers alike for its seemingly speedy taxis across airport tarmacs. However, a viral TikTok Southwest pilot sets the record straight on how fast pilots taxi.

Tarmac

Vintage Aviation News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a fighter pilot and flying in a military jet? Photo via Aero Legends Aero Legends’ mission is to offer customers a chance to relive the flying experiences of Battle of Britain pilots, using authentically restored wartime aircraft, including the legendary Spitfire.

Jet

Ask the Pilot

APRIL 23, 2024

Was this by accident, do you think, or were the authorities at BKK pushing for a sort of tarmac detente? A 767 of El Al, the Israeli carrier, buddy-buddy with an Iran Air 747 at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. I took this photo a decade ago, but the theme couldn’t be more timely.

Tarmac

Ask the Pilot

MAY 28, 2024

As it was, the pilots never realized their jet was stalling. In the photo below you can see my mother (in pink), my sister (yellow), and my grandmother (gray), climbing the airstairs on the Bermuda tarmac. NTSB investigators would eventually lay most of the blame on faulty maintenance practices, but design flaws played a role as well.

Lift

Air Facts

JULY 31, 2024

Turbulence and Triumph: Lessons learned about flying (and about life) Air Facts Journal As pilots, each flight teaches us something new—about aviation, about the world, and about ourselves. The air was crisp, and the skies were clear—a pilot’s dream. This humility is a vital attribute for any pilot.

Turbulence

Cranky Flier

JULY 9, 2024

I sat down with CEO Ben Klein — who has a background both as a pilot and in aviation law — to talk about the evolution of Aero at its Van Nuys home. It’s Aero , a company that can probably most easily be described as a more luxurious and much smaller version of JSX. It’s semi-private flying at its best.

Airplanes

WayMan

DECEMBER 12, 2024

One of the most crucial tools for pilots operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) is the A-TOMATO-FLAMES checklist. At Wayman College of Aeronautics, we train aspiring pilots to master such critical checklists, blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications. S : Safety Belts Ensures passenger and pilot safety.

Altimeter

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 15, 2024

From daring rescues of downed pilots as enemy forces closed in to handling a crazed water buffalo aboard a C-123K transport, seasoned veterans share their unforgettable and extraordinary experiences. But how badly was the pilot wounded? I…I’ve got the field in sight,” the pilot muttered, barely audible. By William B.

Cockpit

Fear of Landing

MAY 10, 2024

737 Skids Off Tarmac In Senegal An Air Senegal flight left the runway during take-off late on Wednesday night , with flames allegedly engulfing one side of the plane. At least 10 people were injured at Dakar’s Blaise Daigne airport, including the pilot.

Tarmac

Pilot's Life Blog

MAY 6, 2025

Factors such as pilot experience, flight purpose, and operational environments play significant roles in these statistics. Pilot Training and Experience: Pilot proficiency is crucial for flight safety. This thorough preparation ensures that our pilots are well-equipped to handle various flight scenarios safely.

Weather

Air

MARCH 21, 2025

Airport Slots: The Unsung Heroes Keeping Our Skies Orderly Ever found yourself drumming your fingers on the armrest, staring out at the tarmac, wondering why your flight’s running late ? Pilots and airlines deal with two main kinds: Airport Slots These are allocated directly by the airport authority itself.

Runway

Ask the Pilot

AUGUST 18, 2024

This tucked-away alcove, right at the end, is a sunny, quiet spot out of range of the loudspeakers, with great views of the tarmac and the skyline beyond. Where we are is Boston, at the south end of the pedestrian bridge connecting terminals A, E, and the central garage, just at the top of the escalator. It’s a perfect little spot.

Ceiling

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The airport tarmac, traffic was very light at that time. So for the pilots to communicate with the cabin crew, they need to do so by the telephone. The pilots were forced to do a go-around due to the inclement weather and finally landed after 1 hr 20 minutes in the air. The overview of the land side, departure hall.

Weather

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Plane spotting and photography are possible at the international airside as the windows offer unobstructed clear view of the tarmac and you get great views like these photos below. I love to see more female pilots flying out there, you girls rock! Once my ticket was settled, I went back to the airside to grab some food.

Airlines

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JANUARY 14, 2024

What I like about the interior of the terminals at this airport is they offer good view of the tarmac which allow great opportunity to take good photos of the aircraft. Thanks to the pilots for the great landing. At this point we started our descent and we can feel the wind shaking our plane quite a bit especially at a lower altitude.

Airlines

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

AUGUST 7, 2024

This side of the terminal offers view of the tarmac and if you go up to the food court, you are able to do some photography over there. Once done, I entered the airside of the airport. There are a good number of shops and eateries at the airside. Credit card holders can access this lounge. I can only speculate.

Cabin Crew

Aerotime

MAY 16, 2024

“When I was hired to be the commander and pilot in the summer of last year, I had made it known that I hoped to find a way to get our airplane painted in the prototype scheme to take America back to the beginning of the story that started 50 years ago,” said Captain Taylor ‘FEMA’ Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot.

Tarmac

Aerotime

MARCH 28, 2025

According to the aerobatic show company, the pilot is in a serious but stable condition. An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson told Australian news outlet ABC that the pilot, who was in his 50s, was the sole occupant of the aircraft, and sustained critical injuries. He was then flown to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne.

Tarmac

Aerotime

MAY 15, 2024

The front of a Delta Air Lines A321neo aircraft burst into flames at Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA), prompting full evacuation of all passengers onboard onto the tarmac. When the terminal’s electrical network was plugged into the aircraft, it generated sparks and eventually burst into flames. This then turned into a fireball.

Tarmac

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 1, 2024

Air Force pilot and a lifelong aviation enthusiast, I readily volunteered to go along. Introductions were quickly made, and the pilot, none other than the legendary Bob Hoover , gave us a walk around the plane to familiarize us with the twin-turboprop, high-wing aircraft. I was seated directly behind the renowned pilot.

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