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.

Pilot Proficiency
Aftermath: At Pilot’s Discretion
By Peter Garrison
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It Was a Very Good Logbook
By Martha Lunken
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Chart Wise: Van Nuys LDA-C
By Rob Mark and Jason Blair
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Geese and Lemmings
By David Mamet

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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.

ILAFFT: Panic Over the Pacific
A Hop-Skip-Jump Turns Into a Serious Flight
Slow Down Your Flying
Hazardous Attitude on Checkouts
Engine Trouble on a Nighttime Check Run
Density-Altitude Debacle Leads To Near Disaster

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Weather

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

Pilot Proficiency
ILAFFT: Panic Over the Pacific
By Bernhard Wolf
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Aftermath: At Pilot’s Discretion
By Peter Garrison
Gear
NavMonster: The Best WX App Not on Your Phone—Yet
By Dan Pimentel
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Embracing the Cold Weather
By Sarah Rovner

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