What a CFI Wants You to Know

Student pilots should use METARs, TAFs, and interpolation skills to make smart go/no-go decisions.

Here’s what student aviators need to know about preparing for, finding, and passing the computer-based exam.

Recognizing changing conditions and knowing local landmarks can help student pilots avoid dangerous traps.

Prime Air runway overrun highlights critical importance of maintaining proper airspeeds and initiating timely balked landings.

Managing crowded airspace over corn mazes, wildlife overflight regulations, and rapid-onset seasonal fog can be concerning.

ATC often relies on GA airplanes to spot blazes and help search operations.

FAA regulates how much CFIs can fly per day.

Clarify ahead of time exactly which destination you’re departing for.

Learner decides they don’t want ground instruction refresher or CFI input while in the airplane.

Flight instructors can identify self-doubt and use targeted techniques to get learners back on track.