Search Results for: Cessna 172

The big reveal of the latest in the SR series reflects a return to a beginner’s mind—in the best kind of way.

Fly this exercise twice in an FAA-approved sim, with variations, and you’ll be current. Fly it to checkride standards on any sim, and you’re definitely proficient, too.

Piper’s answer to Cessna’s 172 is stable and forgiving, making it a solid personal aircraft.

Military Training vs. GA Good article by Matt Johnson in the April 2024 issue, “Military vs. GA.” The picture of the A-4 Navy Skyhawk is from my old squadron, VA-172 Bluebolts. I also became a civilian CFI after five years of active duty and three of reserve flying, and 30 years without flying. In 2001, […]

When you are a busy instructor, flying for yourself can be particularly enjoyable.

A cancer diagnosis shows this longtime pilot just how quickly one’s entire perspective can be altered.

One in New England and one in Alaska present a familiar warmup followed by a real challenge.

The upgrades announced include new seats, along with power headset jacks and A and C USB charging ports at every seat.

There has been much chronicled about transitioning from piston airplanes to jets, but not much about the reverse.

Departed dear pilot friend was his own man on the ground and in the air.