Navigating the Difference Between Currency and Proficiency
Pilot currency vs proficiency are two distinct aspects of pilot competence. While currency ensures compliance with regulatory minimums, proficiency reflects […]
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Briefing Your Instrument Approach in Busy Class B Airspace
Conducting a thorough instrument approach briefing is a critical part of safe and efficient flight operations, especially at major airports.
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Low Weather × Safe Flying = Is it Possible?
Low-level weather presents unique challenges for pilots. While turbulence and thunderstorms often receive significant attention, conditions closer to the ground,
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Airspace Gotchas: Top Overlooked Airspace Rules
Understanding airspace can be challenging, and certain “gotchas” can surprise even experienced pilots. Familiarity with less common airspace types, updated
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The MindField Remote Pilot Adventures
Crashes and mistakes often provide more valuable lessons than flawless flights. By analyzing errors and near-misses, remote pilots can refine
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Remote ID: Fly or Spy? The Big FAA Change Hovering Over Drone Pilots
Remote ID acts as a “digital license plate” for drones, broadcasting key flight data—including position, altitude, and speed—to nearby pilots
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Choosing an EFB: Which is Right for You?
Pilots often ask which electronic flight bag (EFB) app is best: ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot. Both platforms offer powerful tools,
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Top EFB Routing Tips and Features
Jason Schappert and his wife Magda share insights on maximizing electronic flight bag (EFB) tools during IFR flights. Whether using
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Deviation for Weather – How to Communicate with ATC
Weather in flight can change quickly, and pilots must be ready to make safe, timely decisions. Recognizing clouds, rain, or
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How To File A LAANC
Drone operators must undergo a process in which they identify when they need authorization to fly in controlled airspace. Using