VFR Class D Departure
Departing from a Class Delta airport can be intimidating for pilots accustomed to non-towered fields. Towered airports without radar require […]
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You Can’t Always Script VFR Flight Following – Day 20 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge
VFR flight following is one of the most valuable tools a pilot can use to enhance situational awareness and safety.
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Don’t Say THIS on the Radio – Day 20 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge
At non-towered (pilot controlled) airports, one of the most common, and problematic, phrases heard on CTAF is: “Any traffic in
The Briefing Room: Interview with Samaritan Aviation
Float flying opens up possibilities that traditional wheel planes can’t. Mark, from Samaritan Aviation, explains the ability to land on
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What Are Your Flying Goals for 2025?
In aviation, progress begins with purpose. Day-to-day flying can feel routine, and without goals, you risk stagnation. In this video,
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Engine Failure on Takeoff Without Runway Remaining: Day 7 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge
Day 7 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge 2024 focuses on engine failure immediately after takeoff, a scenario that tests
Shape the Next Generation of Pilots: Earn Your Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI)
From pilot to teacher—what it takes, why it matters, and why you’ll never look at right seats the same again.
From Private to Professional: The Commercial Pilot Certificate Explained
Learn what the Commercial Pilot Certificate is, what it lets you do, requirements, and how to train to professional pilot
Everything You Need to Know About the Instrument Rating
Fly beyond blue skies with reliable instrument skills. I spent five years working the dispatch desk at my home airport’s
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The Secret to IFR Radio Communications – Day 19 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge
In this video, we walk through an entire IFR departure from Naples to Ocala. Planning ahead is key: checking ATIS,