Pilot Proficiency

Today’s weather forecasting makes use of mathematical models. Let’s dig into some of the more common ones to understand what they’re telling us.

PIREPs are those rare commodities that GA pilots yearn for during preflight planning or while en route.

Flying—becoming one with the craft—must be experienced to truly understand its addictive nature.

The updated Airman Certification Standards now include more scenarios, weather, and new codes.

New certification standards are in effect for every pilot category except remote pilots and aviation mechanics.

This edition has new and expanded content for the pilot to apply during preflight, and discussion of the departure, en route, and arrival phases of instrument flight.

An evening outing turned into a near miss for a Seattle-area pilot.

FAA regulations allow someone who does not hold a mechanic or repairman certificate to perform certain preventive maintenance.

Both the CFI and learner must take responsibility for this integral part of the process.

NTSB reports blame a pair of aviation accidents on green pilots.