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As time marches on, so do advancements to many of the aircraft we are fortunate enough to fly. When I did my initial instrument training, I remember the high-workload events like setting up and briefing approaches, talking to ATC and running the checklists, all while hand-flying the aircraft on steam gauges. It was an exercise […]

Since 2003, the avionics giant has delivered more than 25,000 systems. What does this mean for pilots?

The supplemental type certification is on track for delivery within two years.

A tandem gyroplane’s front seat provides great recreational flying scenery.

The FAA has published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that will require aircraft manufacturers to improve fuel efficiency targets for a wide range of turbine, turboprop, and piston aircraft—both those still on the drawing board as well as those currently type certificated and those to be manufactured as of January 1, 2028. The NPRM […]

Once a great add-on, wing levelers have been relegated to museums. The current automated flight control systems (AFCS or autopilots) have all the lateral and vertical modes needed to remain engaged from the initial climb to short final. Then there are the amazing capabilities in Garmin’s Collier-Trophy-winning Emergency Autoland. Latest improvements Where is our cockpit […]

The 2022 Special Olympics Airlift coordinated by Textron Aviation and jet owners and pilots successfully brings athletes home from the games.

Are you considering a second in command pilot job? Also called a copilot or first officer may be a path to build time. SIC pilot jobs are another option to the common time-building job of flight instructing.  Second in command jobs increase your experience and knowledge, and may lead to an upgrade as a captain. […]

Reduced availability of jet-A tied to truck driver shortage.

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