FLYING Staff

Pilots and hobby builders love homebuilt aircrafts because they’re a ton of fun to build and to fly. You can either start with just the plans or buy a complete kit to start assembling your aircraft!  Construction times and costs are dependent on what type you buy. In addition, they have to meet specific standards […]

If you’re interested in beginning flight school, you may be asking yourself, how do I begin financing my way through? Similar to how you may begin your research for college, it’s important to find out how much flight school will cost you. Once you have that information, you can begin the process of researching the […]

“Kick the tires and light the fires” is a cheeky reference to preflight checks and engine starts –  but is not a best practice for before flight actions for any aviator. Whatever stage of flying you are in, preflight checks before takeoff are a necessary element of your flight.  “Preflight action” is so important that […]

Though some pilots will tell you that there is no such thing as a normal takeoff or landing, the FAA considers a normal landing as one that includes engine power, low wind, a firm surface to land on, and ample runway space for the plane to be stopped. A normal takeoff is defined in the […]

Though the term high-performance may lead to mental images of stunning World War II warbirds gleaming on the ramp, like thoroughbreds that look fast even when sitting still, the term actually covers a wide array of general aviation airplanes.  Whether flying for pleasure or for the sake of pursuing a professional career in aviation, the […]

Understanding the difference between type, category, and class of aircraft can be confusing. That’s especially the case for people who haven’t had to sort through each of the differentiating factors involved.  Although it’s crucial to gain an understanding of each, doing so can be simple since the differences are pretty stark. For more insights into […]

Find out everything you need to know about it, including the five types of altitude.

Today, pilots who fly the latest model aircraft benefit from glass panel equipment with the latest GPS technology. However, many pilots in older aircraft have to rely on other means of navigation or want to have a backup unit if their electrical system quits. A portable GPS unit could offer you peace of mind if […]

When it comes to aircrafts, helicopters offer the greatest amount of flexibility and variety. From landing and hovering to vertical takeoff, helicopters can perform an array of tasks for both recreational and commercial purposes.  For instance, helicopters make it possible for workers to move quickly from one site to the next when working on construction […]

MVFR or marginal visual flight rules refers to the set of rules laid out for flying within the ceiling of 1,000-3,000 feet or 3 to 5 miles visibility. Since there are so many rules to remember for specific flying conditions, remembering the guidelines for Marginal VFR can be challenging. Although keeping marginal VFR flight rules […]