Technique

An extensive resource on how to become a better pilot, including aviation weather, flight planning and flying technique tips, as well as in-depth aviation accident analysis.

747 Crashes on Departure from Bagram, Afghanistan

Video captures horrifying crash sequence.

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September 7, 2012

Pilots in Yak-42 Crash Had Forged Documents

Head of charter service provider faces charges.

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September 6, 2012

I Learned About Flying From That: Bayou Ditching

With skill and a bit of luck, this pilot turns a potential disaster into a survivable affair.

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September 5, 2012

Find Your Way on the Surface

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Making sense of taxi instructions.

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September 5, 2012

Author Richard Bach Faces Tough Crash Recovery

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Bach’s SeaRey struck power lines near Friday Harbor.

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September 5, 2012

L-39 Crashes at Iowa Air Show

No signs of problems before disaster.

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September 4, 2012

Aftermath: Just a Little Disoriented

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Something goes wrong for a newly minted instrument pilot.

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August 30, 2012

The Human Factor: Finding the Right Balance

The answer to the debate between the virtues of hand flying and using the autopilot lies somewhere in the middle.

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August 28, 2012

Canada’s TSB Reports on Virginia Midair

First details of crash involving NTSB, FAA employees’ airplanes.

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August 28, 2012

NTSB: Deteriorated Parts Caused Reno Crash

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Report cites faulty parts and undocumented mods.

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August 28, 2012

Calculating Top of Descent

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Some quick math can help you determine when to start descending.

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