Pilot Proficiency

A CFI says it’s best to fall back on the pilot’s operating handbook.

A CFI explains the importance of trying to set aside time to fly.

Instrument flying is a perishable skill. Here’s how to ensure you stay fresh.

EDR quantifies turbulence for a specific aircraft, and it’s not a measure of the likelihood of turbulence—just the intensity.

Volcanic ash clouds can foul aircraft engines, ruin aircraft exteriors and have hot, poisonous gasses that can be deadly for pilots.

An instructor weighs in on who writes what—and where—in a pilot’s logbook.

When side-by-side seating became more common, the PIC took the left seat. Theories abound as to why this is.

Flying a clean aerobatic competition with no outs and no zeros can be just as satisfying as winning.

Clubs devoted to flight in the U.S. have existed since the late 1800s.

Here’s a rundown of what you should consider before buying an aircraft for flight training.