‘I Learned About Flying From That’ Podcast: Why Preflight Planning Is Crucial
FLYING is counting down to its 100th ILAFFT podcast episode. This week we revisit listener favorite No. 7: “Be the Pilot in Command.”
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ForeFlight Adds Oceanic Routing, Fleet Tracking Features to Dispatch Version
ForeFlight has added oceanic routing, engine out, runway analysis, and fleet tracking features to its dispatch version. The flight planning and in-flight app brings together a host of enhancements to increase utility from preflight to the destination.
Knowing What’s ‘Normal’ Is a Big Part of Preflight Inspections
The learner pilot–with checklist in hand—should never be afraid to ask questions.
Are Pilots Required to Call Flight Service for a Briefing Before Departure?
Regulations don’t specifically state that you must, but skipping the interaction can leave you open to potential FAA scrutiny.
What Can You Do To Avoid an Incident or Accident?
FLYING’s Pia Bergqvist explains the best strategy for avoiding a disastrous aviation event.
Prop Safety: Treat Spinning Blades With Respect
It is not just sharp propeller edges that can hurt you when the engine is off.
What a CFI Wants You to Know: Trimming the Aircraft Properly
You’ll smooth out your flying if you know how.
The ‘Mags’ Preflight
Approach each preflight inspection with methodical attention to detail, not taking the tiniest bits for granted.
Use Your Checklist
Knowing how and when and why to do things in the airplane starts with it.
Post-Flight Checks Can Expedite the Preflight Process
A longtime contributor and pilot illustrates why it’s important to make the end of one flight the start of another.
