Big Changes In Designated Examiner Rules
The new rules will bring some profound changes to the process for instructors, practical test takers and examiners, too.
Proficiency
Our pilot training articles are designed to help you improve your flying proficiency. Bone up on beneficial skills as well as the biggest mistakes to avoid as a pilot. Fly right with articles on topics such as dealing with ice and the most dangerous things you can do as a pilot.
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A Young Pilot Is Forced To Improvise To Save The Day
An unwelcome surprise provides a powerful and unexpected lesson to a young pilot.
Adding A Helicopter Rating: Getting To Know The Beast
The first step in learning to fly helicopters, a lifelong dream of one pilot, was learning to hover. But would that first step also be his last?
When Pilots Get Vectored Across Final
It’s not supposed to happen, but it does. What to do when the controller forgets about you.
The Risk Of A Zero-Zero Takeoff
Explore the risks associated with low visibility takeoffs.
Tactical Napping: How To Sleep On The Job
It’s not something they’ll talk about in sim training, but maybe they should.
Loss Of Control: Spins Or Spirals?
The latter can look a lot like the former, especially when all there is to see is the aftermath.
Going Through Your First Check Ride And Meeting Your Flight Examiner
A pilot shares his fears leading up to his first check ride and meeting his flight examiner.
Becoming A Creature of Habit (Well, Good Habits, Anyway)
Developing good habits is critical for our flying. So why is it that so few of us are any good at it?
A Precautionary Landing Leads To A Big Surprise
Upon inspection, that quiet farm field was anything but!
