Pilot Proficiency

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.

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Surprise Yourself For More Proficient Flying
By Julie Boatman
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An Attitude Indicator Fails at the Worst Time
By Peter Garrison
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Nice Landing, Pop
By Dick Karl
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New Friends in Aviation
By Martha Lunken

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I Learned About Flying From That

Readers share lasting lessons from close calls and near disasters — the best stories from our most popular column.

Overloaded Takeoff in the Outback
Final Turn in the Azores
Detonation Grounds a Mooney
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Leaving the Controls Locked on Takeoff
Use the Checklist

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Weather

The latest news in aviation weather technology and aviation weather safety.

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Snowbirds on the Space Coast
By Sam Weigel
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Two Views of Hurricane Isaias
By Sam Weigel
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Seven Habits for IFR Approaches
By John Zimmerman
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Current Study on Pireps Needs Pilot Input
By Julie Boatman

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