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  • FAA releases AIM update (change 2) effective May 19, 2022

  • Pilots can now track medical applications in real-time

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  • Video tip: takeoff and landing techniques from a short runway

  • The most important skill for new pilots to master: airspeed control

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Flying with Flight Simulator – Flight Maneuver Spotlight

May 23, 2022
Welcome to the latest edition of the Flight Maneuver Spotlight series. Here we’ll highlight the various maneuvers you’ll practice during your flight training and be expected to demonstrate during your private pilot checkride. This one is a little different—we're sharing a flight simulator maneuver that you can fly on your own.
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FAA releases AIM update (change 2) effective May 19, 2022

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May 22, 2022
The FAA recently released change 2 of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) effective May 19, 2022. AIM updates include:
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Pilots can now track medical applications in real-time

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May 20, 2022
The FAA recently added a new feature to its online medical application system, MedXPress, that allows pilots to track the status of their medical certificates online throughout the application and review process. Prior to adding this new feature, pilots had to call to check their application status, or, in many cases, remain in the dark.
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Pilot/Controller Glossary – change 2 effective May 19, 2022

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May 19, 2022
The Pilot/Controller Glossary was compiled to promote a common understanding of the terms used in the Air Traffic Control system.
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Video tip: takeoff and landing techniques from a short runway

May 18, 2022
You'll need to modify your takeoff and landing procedures when operating from shorter runways to obtain the maximum performance from the airplane. These techniques will allow you to shorten the ground roll and also provide additional clearance over obstacles if they are present near the runway.
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The most important skill for new pilots to master: airspeed control

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May 16, 2022
At the end of the day, is there a single skill that is most important? One that would, if mastered, have the greatest impact on your ability to fly safely? It may not sound as exciting as crosswind landings or short field takeoffs, but learning to precisely control your airspeed is a foundational skill that makes these other skills easier to master. It demands discipline, practice, and attention, but it rewards you with smoother, safer flights.
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Video Tip of the Week

Video tip: takeoff and landing techniques from a short runway

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Video tip – how to use aviation self-serve fuel facilities

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Video tip: How to use a sectional plotter to plan a cross-country flight

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Quiz: Traffic Spotting Techniques

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Quiz: Flying The Traffic Pattern

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Quiz: Weather theory for pilots

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FAA releases AIM update (change 2) effective May 19, 2022

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Pilots can now track medical applications in real-time

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Pilot/Controller Glossary – change 2 effective May 19, 2022

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Webinar video: Flight Simulators 101 – Tips for Microsoft, X-Plane, Honeycomb, and more

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Webinar video: what’s new in Sporty’s 2022 courses

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Webinar Video: Flight Simulators – Tools or Toys for Pilots

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Why learn to fly?

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How to become a pilot – a learn to fly checklist

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How do I choose a flight school?

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Video: why learn to fly?

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Video: how do you learn to fly?

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Video: your first flight lesson

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Pilot Gear

Sporty’s Releases Updated Sport Pilot Course

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Video: best budget ANR headset for pilots

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Video: what’s the best ANR headset?

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Learn to Fly Course

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  • Flying with Flight Simulator – Flight Maneuver Spotlight
  • FAA releases AIM update (change 2) effective May 19, 2022
  • Pilots can now track medical applications in real-time
  • Pilot/Controller Glossary – change 2 effective May 19, 2022
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