Entries by Eric Radtke

VFR Flight Following – a pilot’s guide

VFR Flight Following is a service provided by ATC to participating aircraft and provides numerous benefits to both pilots and controllers. Here we will dispel some myths related to Flight Following and review how to make the request with your local approach or center controller.

From the Flight Deck Video Series: Complex Airfield Geometry

The FAA identified 7 airfield geometry configurations that most frequently lead to pilot challenges resulting in runway incursions and developed videos on these challenges. This series of 7 short videos on Complex Airfield Geometry is part of the FAA‘s From the Flight Deck video series. From the Flight Deck uses aircraft mounted cameras to capture runway and taxiway […]

Webinar video: how to pass your FAA written in less time

It’s something all pilots have to do during training for a Private Pilot license — pass the FAA Knowledge Test. While this test has gotten a bad rap over the years from some, the reality is it’s a non-event when you approach it with the proper mindset and use the right study tools. In this […]