Private Pilot

Here’s a tip for getting over the postcertificate wall.

I want to get my private pilot certificate, but I was told that I will never be able to because red-green colorblindness runs in the family.

A lot happens quickly in this variation on a normal landing.

The tailored course centers the SR series to aid retention.

Variable test center availability makes it more challenging.

Nicole Robbins is a third-generation pilot balancing flight training with building a family.

Limited testing availability is compounded by a cancellation and a recent FAA announcement reducing exam time.

To keep and build your skills, you need to have a plan.

Flight training before graduating high school is an excellent idea for any teenager interested in a flying career, but don’t rush.

One of my great joys as a flight instructor is teaching private pilot ground school, because that’s where flight training begins for many aviators. The candidates come in fresh, and it’s the instructor’s job to nurture their interest and to help them obtain foundational knowledge. It is serious business.  Sadly, many pilots in training see […]