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My experience as a rusty pilot – Part IV

February 15, 2021

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

January 22, 2021

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

When should I go around?

January 18, 2021

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

Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) Change 3 Published

January 12, 2021

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

December 28, 2020

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

Video tip: How to fly an Aileron Roll with Patty Wagstaff

November 11, 2020

There are nearly endless opportunities after earning a private pilot certificate to build and advance your stick and rudder skills. Many pilots go on to specialized flight schools to learn new flying techniques, like how to fly aerobatics. Join Patty Wagstaff in this week's video tip to see how much fun flying inverted can be, as she demonstrates how to fly an aileron roll in a Super Decathlon over the beaches of St. Augustine.

Things to Know about Line Up and Wait

November 2, 2020

According to the Aeronautical Information Manual, "Line up and…

What’s the point of ground reference maneuvers?

October 5, 2020

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Confession: I hated ground reference maneuvers as a student pilot. Eventually, my flight instructor broke through and explained why we were spending so much time on these seemingly boring lessons. I began to appreciate that doing these simple maneuvers really well was going to help me make better landings. Let’s review the point of these exercises.