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FARs Written in Blood: The Critical Need for Clarity in Flight Instruction
Poor phrasing and ambiguous communication can lead to costly misunderstandings and dangerous decisions for student pilots.
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This 1999 Maule M-7-235C Is an Adventure-Ready ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Four-seat, fabric-covered taildragger suits families aiming to explore the backcountry.
Pipistrel Velis Electro Certified for Canadian Owners, Flight Schools
World’s first type certificated and commercially available electric aircraft earns another key approval.
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Top 5 Private Aircraft Under $500,000
FLYING Finance can get you in your own aircraft today, and it’s probably easier than you think.
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First Phase of MOSAIC Arrives, Expands Sport Pilot Privileges
New FAA rule also removes weight limits for LSAs and introduces changes to aviator training and certification.
Embry-Riddle Pursues Electric Flight Training
University embraces Pipistrel Velis Electro aircraft to reduce emissions and redefine pilot instruction for a greener future.
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Pilot Training With a Passenger: What You Need to Know
Bringing a back-seat observer along on a dual instructional lesson can enhance the experience.
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Illegal CFI Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter After Fatal Crash
Man whose certificates were revoked for ‘lack of demonstrated competence’ continued to instruct, leading to a 2022 accident that killed a student pilot.
Flying With Starlink: Pelican 1505 Air Case Review
Learn why this crushproof, watertight gear is essential pilot gear.
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Horizons Continue to Expand for Advanced Air Mobility
Power lift aircraft now have not one but two pathways to certification.
