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How much do you know about communications, ATC clearances and non-towered airports? Take our quiz to find out.

Aircraft engines can provide thousands of hours of reliable service, provided that they are maintained and operated properly. From the pilot's perspective, this involves learning the best practices for power control, leaning procedures, cooling, and other operational considerations.

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...

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...

Aviation weather reports are simply conditions in the atmosphere that are observed at a specific time. These reports create a snapshot for pilots to...

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...

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...

Airplane performance can be defined as the capability of an airplane to operate effectively while serving a specific purpose.  Among the elements of performance...

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...

For some student pilots the mixture control is a thing of mystery. It gets pulled out to shut off the engine, so let's just...