Pilot Proficiency

A FLYING reader wonders if they should take the step, and finds out why taking it would give benefits they hadn’t thought of.

This sponsored post is brought to you by our partner Redbird Flight. Who could forget that moment? Soaring through the bright blue sky, heart racing, you hear your flight instructor say those magic words for the first time: “You have the controls.”   As years pass and ratings amass, you likely recall that memory fondly from […]

Do airline crews have the same recency requirements as GA pilots? We have the answer.

A FLYING reader wonders if it’s OK to be thrifty if the name of some extra weight in a specific situation.

Strong thunderstorms are one of the places aviation and fear often intersect. And for good reason: severe storms have led to countless disasters, perhaps the most famous one being the Delta L-1011 crash at DFW Airport in 1985. That tragedy brought far-reaching consequences to flight training programs and ATC equipment, and led to advances in […]

I’m not planning on being a professional pilot. Why should I get an instrument rating? You may enjoy flying now—but with an instrument rating, you will enjoy it more. Getting an instrument rating is, indeed, a lot of work, but it is mixed with fun. Flying on instruments is like solving a challenging crossword puzzle. […]

Lack of experience rarely leads to the outcome of this Colorado mission.

Knowing the standard temperature in aviation can help pilots navigate the skies safely and understand how the atmosphere and temperature impact flight.

Explore a popular lake destination or midcontinent fuel stop for pilots.

Some neighbors have asked to go flying with me. How can I assure them that it will be safe? This is a very important question. Your best bet is to get to know your neighbor well, make your decision based on what you learn, and tailor your approach. Do you convey that you respect others? […]