Pilot Proficiency

There have been changes to avionics, airspace, navigation, and other aspects over the past 40 years.

For an expert pilot, this new toy did not turn out to be child’s play.

Understanding how time logged meets requirements.

Declaring an emergency, dealing with distractions, and diverting for an unplanned stop.

Sometimes nerves, when properly reined in, can be your friend in the air.

A student’s lack of progression toward solo flight underscores that time in a logbook does not equate to proficiency.

It’s all about developing a professional attitude.

Here are some tips for going beyond the basics in your at-home setup.

Here are some tips for finding the smoothest air to fly in.

Southern California airport offers desert views on approach.