Chris Clarke
Having a childhood dream of aviation, Chris first became an Aviation Explorer, motivating him to earn his private pilot's license as a teenager. During his four years at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University he earned his commercial, multi-engine certificate with an instrument rating. While experimenting in seaplanes, gliders, and a variety of other personal aircraft, Chris developed a passion for general aviation and shares that passion as he develops aviation training apps and content for Sporty's Pilot Shop.
Quiz: Preflight Planning an IFR Flight
There are many details to consider when planning a flight under Instrument Flight Rules. Mix in some inclement weather, and the workload increases exponentially. Answer all these questions correctly and prove you have the keys to unlock a successful IFR flight.
Quiz: Aircraft Weight and Balance
Weight and balance is a critical element that every pilot must reconcile before each flight. Many of the performance, handling and structural characteristics of...
Quiz: Understanding the airplane Pitot-Static System
The pitot-static system is the source of valuable flight information for the pilot. But how does it work and what instruments are affected? Take...
Video: getting IFR current
Been a while since you logged actual IMC time? Ride along as JP bores holes in the clouds during some practice IFR approaches, including an ILS into Cincinnati International. You'll see him knock off the rust in a Cessna 172, and see the Garmin G5s, Garmin GTN650, and Stratus 3 portable ADS-B receiver in action.
Quiz: Do You Know Your Airspace?
As they say, nothing is for certain except death, taxes, and airspace. Whether you fly big iron through the flight levels, or go low and...
Quiz: Reading Pilot Weather Reports
Aviation weather reports are simply conditions in the atmosphere that are observed at a specific time. These reports create a snapshot for pilots to...
Quiz: VFR Cross-Country Flight Planning
Winds aloft, true course, heading and groundspeed. Can you put all the puzzle pieces together and plan a successful cross-country flight? Use this quiz to test...
Quiz: Glider Flying Techniques
Glider flying is a great way to get into aviation at a young age, hone your powered flight skills or simply a way to enjoy...
Quiz: Understanding Aircraft Performance
Airplane performance can be defined as the capability of an airplane to operate effectively while serving a specific purpose. Among the elements of performance...
Quiz: Cold Weather Operations
As winter sets in, it's more important than ever to understand how the cold weather will not only affect the aircraft performance but also...
