Can You Pilot an Aircraft While Wearing a Cast?
FAR 61.53 prohibits operations during a medical deficiency, but a student pilot could still do dual lessons.
Pilot Proficiency
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Respect the Darkness of the Black Hole Departure
The black hole departure can make takeoffs challenging and sometimes downright deadly but doesn’t receive the same amount of attention as the black hole approach.
Here’s the Lowdown on ‘Vertical Visibility’
During any flight, a pilot will encounter several different
flavors of visibility.
Something Happened: Wind Shear Takes Down a Grumman Trainer
Remember that an airplane does not instantly recover airspeed that’s lost in a wind shear.
Instability
Stability and instability are responsible for much of the weather we encounter. But what exactly does all that mean?
What’s the Difference Between Currency and Proficiency?
It’s important to know the difference between the FAA’s standards and your own.
Treat High-Altitude Turbulence with Knowledge and Respect
Mountain wave turbulence can be a great teacher that cuts both ways.
Chart Wise: Finger Lakes RNAV Rwy 1
It’s a straightforward T-bar approach to this wine country airport in New York.
When You Go Back to Flight School, Don’t Lose What You’ve Learned
FLYING offers some tips for anyone facing a pause in their pilot training so they can retain their aviation knowledge.
