Pilot Proficiency

Monthly livestreamed series explores human factors and behavioral traps in aviation decision making.

Pilot’s unexpected encounter with weather element brings to mind a visual warning sign that’s still relevant.

Altimeter settings vary wildly in mountainous terrain, so lean on a lifesaving habit.

FAA has rules about whether pilots can add a new rating while flying on a paper credential.

Here’s some guidance on combining the records and using appropriate notations.

FAA emergency order impacts services, registrations, and medical certificates, potentially sparking interest in private pilot training.

Understanding how flight time counts, even with a new instructor.

Airline first officer says there’s actually no need for them due to aerodynamic forces.

Prediction meeting artificial intelligence isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

It must be requested from the tower to navigate low visibility without an instrument rating.