Remembering 9/11 and Lessons Learned
Hopefully, the aviation industry will not lower its collective guard as we get further away from infamous terrorist attacks.
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NTSB Issues Warning of Prop Lock Out on Multiengine Aircraft
In a new safety alert, the agency advises pilots to train for partial as well as full power loss in multiengine piston aircraft.
Texas Woman’s University Launches Flight Program
TWU is now the only woman-focused university in the nation with a professional pilot program.
What You Need to Know About Tires When Learning to Fly
Aircraft tires take a beating at a flight school, so it’s important for a student pilot to know what is normal and what is not.
Pilots Now Able to Earn Seaplane Rating in Wyoming
Permission is granted after Seaplane Pilots Association representatives meet with locals to discuss preflight and postflight inspections for aquatic invasive species.
Does the FAA Punish Pilots for Logbook Mistakes?
From ink color to endorsements, here’s what you need to know.
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Don’t Skimp on Ground Instruction in Flight Training
Learning how to access and interpret weather, calculate aircraft performance, and use a checklist are all part of the process.
Flight School Owner Who Allegedly Stiffed Students Facing Jail
A debt to the IRS by a defunct Virginia flight school means former students have little chance of getting any money back.
Flight Training in the Scenic, Wild Last Frontier
FLY8MA Pilot Lodge Airport in Alaska offers a flight school and short-term rentals in cabins and decommissioned airliners.
Why Are Flight Students Taught About the NTSB in Ground School?
By deconstructing previous accidents, pilots can learn from the mistakes of others and develop the skill to mitigate risk.
