Flying Staff

With 3 different types of FAA medical certificates and an additional option for recreational pilots, it can be hard to know which certificate you require. Fortunately, the information is out there and you don’t have to stress when you’re on the path to becoming a pilot. There are 1st Class, 2nd Class, and 3rd Class […]

When it’s time to leave home and metaphorically spread your wings, you might literally want to learn how to fly. Flying is the safest form of transportation out there, so giving a young person the opportunity to get a pilot license doesn’t seem that far-fetched. So, how old do you have to be to get […]

A quick roundup of highlights surrounding one of America’s premier aviation events, Florida’s Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo.

Earning your commercial pilot certificate will look different for someone starting from scratch than for someone already holding their private pilot license. While it can be a long process, becoming a commercial pilot is a fun and rewarding adventure. Becoming a commercial pilot can allow you to become a flight instructor which is a great […]

Aircraft mechanics are in a well paid line of work due to the demand and importance of the job. Learn what to expect for an aircraft mechanic salary, what an aircraft mechanic does, the skills required to perform the duties necessary to be successful, and what the job outlook is for an aircraft mechanic. In […]

In aviation, the acronym FBO is short for fixed base operator. While this term is known worldwide, it is more common in the United States. A fixed base operator is a commercial operation that provides aviation services to both major airports as well as smaller airports and hangars.  These operations receive approval from the airports […]

Knowing the standard temperature in aviation can help pilots navigate the skies safely and understand how the atmosphere and temperature impact flight.

Ever since British pilot Wilfred Parke inadvertently entered and recovered from the first recorded spin in 1912, pilots have been intrigued and simultaneously scared of stalls and spins. But why? Understanding what a stall is, how it develops into a spin, and how the pilot can recover from either event will reduce any apprehension you […]

Flight training scholarships, women in aviation scholarships, emergency maneuver training, you name it and there’s likely an aviation scholarship available. Many different aviation organizations aim to assist students and pilots of all experience levels in completing their education and career goals in both aviation and aerospace.  Lack of funding continues to be a main reason […]

A multiengine rating is an additional certification pilots obtain on a private, commercial, or airline transport pilot certificate that allows them to fly aircraft with more than one engine. As a multiengine rated pilot, your flying experience will build as you operate more and more high-performance aircraft. You’ll also enjoy the security a twin-engine aircraft […]