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FAA Gives Stakeholders More Time to Comment on Flight Training Revamp
NFTA proposal to modernize Part 141 operations extends period to May 11 after backlash from aviation groups.
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The Great Aviation Debate: Part 141 vs. Part 61
Structures are different, so aspiring pilots should figure out which works best for them.
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Proposed Modernization of Flight Training in FAA’s Hands
A 471-page industry-backed report proposes massive overhaul of Part 141 pilot instruction system.
U.S. Senate Has Until Early March to Finalize FAA Reauthorization Bill
The legislation offers a chance to improve flight training by increasing loggable simulator hours.
