Rolling Out the Weather Cameras

Technology can be a wonderful thing. Improvements have made great…

CFI Tips: ATC Communication

Many students, and even experienced pilots, experience some trepidation…
Scud on mountain

Why student pilots should fly in marginal weather (with a flight instructor)

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Venturing beyond the practice area is the most exciting part of flight training, but it requires new skills and a new approach to decision-making, especially when it comes to weather. When this is covered, it’s usually in the context of how to get a preflight weather briefing. That’s a good start, but safely navigating weather on a cross country requires a lot more than just knowing what to look at before takeoff.

CFI Tips: rudder use

Instructors lament the continuous coaching of rudder use while…

My experience as a rusty pilot – Part IV

Some of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve ever witnessed were from the left seat of a Cessna. Time saved by flying to a destination rather than driving can’t be overlooked. Taking in the rolling morning fog or enjoying the red, orange, and yellows of fall above the seven hills of Cincinnati is a view that even Monet would have trouble fathoming.

The FAA introduces new research tool

The FAA introduced a new tool to make it easier to research aviation…

When should I go around?

Aviation is an industry where pilots are always learning. The…

Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) Change 3 Published

FAA recently published Change 3 of the AIM. Changes include a complete rewrite of Navaid service volumes (1-1-8). Significant changes include an updated explanation of Standard Service Volumes (SSVs), revised tables that incorporate new classes of VOR and DME, and new graphics depicting the new SSVs.

5 most popular articles from 2020

2020 taught us a lot about patience, perseverance and determination…