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Electronic Flight Bag
by Mike Bliss Tips for cross country flying, don’t just use your Electronic Flight Bag(EFB) The Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) is truly a marvel in what it can do for a pilot. It can plan your route, calculate weight and balance, fuel burn, flight times, and even file the
Pilot Medical Certificate Guide
Before taking the controls of an aircraft as a student pilot, you’ll need the appropriate medical certificate. There are three different classes of medical certification: First, Second, and Third. It’s important to understand which one aligns with your aviation goals. Whether you’re training for personal enjoyment or training for
Emergency Flight Training:
The More You Practice, the Better You’re Prepared Emergency preparedness isn’t just about reacting in the moment, it’s about training beforehand to recognize warning signs, think clearly under pressure, and respond with precision. For pilots, that readiness comes from a combination of hands-on flying and simulator training. But how
first solo flight pilot training
A pilot’s first solo flight is a major milestone filled with pride, excitement, and a touch of nervousness. For many students, it’s the moment everything clicks: all the ground school, dual flights, and practice come together, and you realize you’re ready to fly an aircraft completely on your own.
airline career pilot programs
How You Learn and What You Learn Matters Most Choosing an airline career pilot program is a major decision. With countless schools promising fast-track options, low prices, and job placement guarantees, it’s easy to assume they all offer the same thing. But the reality is: not all pilot training
Part 61 vs 141 Flight Training
By Mike Bliss The FAA grants pilot certification under two separate regulations: FAR Part 61 and FAR Part 141. Both result in the same types of pilot certificates, but they differ in structure, required hours, flexibility, and cost. Any current Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) can train students under Part
Tips For Flying at a Non-Towered Airport
by Mike Bliss Of the 5,000-plus civil-use airports in the U.S., only 10% have operating control towers.  Even if you regularly operate out of controlled airports, chances are you will still need to take advantage of non-towered airports for the convenient locations they may offer. Whether the term “uncontrolled”,
Preparing for the Weekend Ground School
by Mason Ross As pilots, we’re trained to operate aircraft thousands of feet in the air, and yet, a multiple-choice exam can feel like one of the most daunting parts of our training. The FAA written test, while not the most exciting step on the path to pilot certification,