Pilot Proficiency

Why Haven’t Leaps in Engine Tech Reached GA?

Why Haven’t Leaps in Engine Tech Reached GA?

2 days ago / By Richard Scarbrough
Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC), Denver RNAV (GPS) Rwy 30R

Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC), Denver RNAV (GPS) Rwy 30R

3 days ago / By Jason Blair
How You Can Stay Cool in the Cockpit

How You Can Stay Cool in the Cockpit

June 24, 2022 / By Meg Godlewski
Should You Use Lead-Reducing Fuel Additives?

Should You Use Lead-Reducing Fuel Additives?

June 22, 2022 / By Richard Scarbrough
How to Minimize the Risk of Flying Older Aircraft

How to Minimize the Risk of Flying Older Aircraft

June 15, 2022 / By Richard Scarbrough

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In Winter, It's Not the 'Flying' Part That Gets to You

In Winter, It's Not the 'Flying' Part That Gets to You

May 26, 2022 / By Chuck Boyer

Snow and ice present particular challenges for pilots, especially when getting from the hangar to the taxiway.

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Why Haven’t Leaps in Engine Tech Reached GA?

Why Haven’t Leaps in Engine Tech Reached GA?

2 days ago / By Richard Scarbrough

We see huge leaps in automotive engine technology, but GA piston engines appear to retain 1950s technology mainly due to...

Should You Use Lead-Reducing Fuel Additives?

Should You Use Lead-Reducing Fuel Additives?

June 22, 2022 / By Richard Scarbrough
How to Minimize the Risk of Flying Older Aircraft

How to Minimize the Risk of Flying Older Aircraft

June 15, 2022 / By Richard Scarbrough
Does Xanax or Zoloft Disqualify a Pilot?

Does Xanax or Zoloft Disqualify a Pilot?

June 8, 2022 / By Meg Godlewski
What’s Up With These Aircraft Prices?

What’s Up With These Aircraft Prices?

June 1, 2022 / By Meg Godlewski
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Chart Wise

Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC), Denver RNAV (GPS) Rwy 30R

Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC), Denver RNAV (GPS) Rwy 30R

3 days ago / By Jason Blair

KBJC is a great option for those flying to Denver, but there are a few things to watch for on...

El Monte, California VOR-A: A Deceptively Simple Approach?

El Monte, California VOR-A: A Deceptively Simple Approach?

March 25, 2022 / By Jason Blair
South Lake Tahoe LDA Approach Requires Key Points Not to Miss

South Lake Tahoe LDA Approach Requires Key Points Not to Miss

January 11, 2022 / By Jason Blair
Holland, Michigan, ILS or LOC Runway 26

Holland, Michigan, ILS or LOC Runway 26

November 11, 2021 / By Rob Mark and Jason Blair
Anchorage ILS Runway 15

Anchorage ILS Runway 15

October 6, 2021 / By Rob Mark and Jason Blair
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I.L.A.F.F.T

A Flutter in the Gauge

A Flutter in the Gauge

February 3, 2022 / By Bill Jamison

An imminent problem turns into a dramatic night.

A Flock of Geese Triggers Another Hazard

A Flock of Geese Triggers Another Hazard

January 6, 2022 / By Michael Van Wallis
I.L.A.F.F.T.: The Glide Slope

I.L.A.F.F.T.: The Glide Slope

December 27, 2021 / By Alen Hewitt
No More Happy Landings

No More Happy Landings

October 4, 2021 / By By Darcy Vernier
Summer Haze and Low on Fuel

Summer Haze and Low on Fuel

August 3, 2021 / By By Baron Hamman
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Aftermath

A Pilot Gets Caught Between Procedure and Instinct

A Pilot Gets Caught Between Procedure and Instinct

April 22, 2022 / By Peter Garrison

Familiarity in flying has several components. There is the foundational element of general familiarity with airplanes and how to fly...

The Danger of Repeated Omissions

The Danger of Repeated Omissions

April 8, 2022 / By Peter Garrison
For One Low-Time Pilot, A Pattern of Small Errors Proves Fatal

For One Low-Time Pilot, A Pattern of Small Errors Proves Fatal

February 11, 2022 / By Peter Garrison
A Pilot Goes One Airport Too Far

A Pilot Goes One Airport Too Far

January 28, 2022 / By Peter Garrison
Trouble Flying Low Upon the Suwanee River

Trouble Flying Low Upon the Suwanee River

January 21, 2022 / By Peter Garrison
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