Maybe its the looming specter of my 25th high-school reunion thats got me worrying about getting fat and sloppy. Living in the land where donuts and coffee are staple foods, Ive been passing on the former while muttering renewed resolutions about spending more time at the gym.
The author discovered significant atrophy in their traditional "round-gauge" IFR flying skills after prolonged reliance on modern glass cockpits.
During a practice session, deficiencies emerged, including a lazy instrument scan optimized for PFDs and abbreviated, less effective plate briefings.
While glass cockpits offer greater accuracy and lower mental demand, their pervasive use can inadvertently degrade foundational pilot skills necessary for older aircraft.
Maybe it’s the looming specter of my 25th high-school reunion that’s got me worrying about getting fat and sloppy. Living in the land where donuts and coffee are staple foods, I’ve been passing on the former while muttering renewed resolutions about spending more time at the gym.
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