Coming from an aviation family, John grew up in the back of small airplanes and learned to fly as a teenager. Ever since, he has been hooked on anything with wings and regularly flies a Citabria, a Pilatus PC-12, and a Cirrus SR22. He is an ATP and also holds ratings for multiengine, seaplanes, gliders, and helicopters. In addition to being Editor-in-Chief of Air Facts, John is the President of Sporty’s Pilot Shop, responsible for new product development and marketing.
The snow-capped mountains of British Columbia are a stunning sight, even from the ground. In a helicopter, the view is even better, with panoramic views of pine trees, rocky peaks, and deep snow. This awesome 360-degree video is about as close as you can get to being there yourself, with beautiful views in every direction.
There’s nothing like your first solo flight—fear, excitement, and pride all mix together to create an experience you’ll never forget. In this video, you’ll see what it’s like, as you ride along with Annalynn on her first solo. If you’ve soloed, you’ll recognize the feeling. If you haven’t soloed yet, here’s what you can look forward to: that solo smile!
Learning to communicate with ground, tower, and approach can be intimidating for many student pilots. There’s a lot to remember and sometimes when you push the button to start talking, the mind goes blank. Fortunately, there’s a new app that can help.
One of the great privileges of being a pilot in the United States is the freedom to fly almost anywhere. That includes a VFR flight right up the Hudson River, with a stunning view of Manhattan. Ride along in this video as some friends fly a Mooney up the East Coast of the US, including a scenic flight past the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and so many other landmarks. All with a private pilot certificate and a single engine airplane.
Garmin has kept up its relentless pace of innovation recently, including the innovative GI 275 flight display, the affordable GPS 175 panel-mount navigator, the brand-new Aera 760, and a whole lot more. Join experienced pilot and Garmin product guru Michael Kerrigan for an in-depth look at the latest news from aviation’s top avionics company. You’ll […]
Datalink weather has the potential to make your flying safer and more comfortable – but only if you know how to use it properly. Join Air Facts editor, John Zimmerman, for an in-depth look at ADS-B, SiriusXM and how to use them in flight. The webinar includes over an hour of practical tips for pilots […]
While the list can of things a pilot can buy seems endless, we recommend the following as the basics to get going.
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