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The ABCs of Emergencies

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While complete engine failures are not common, the stakes are high which is why pilots train extensively for such occurrences and why they get evaluated as part of a checkride. If faced with an engine failure, or training for your next engine failure with your instructor, act quick and decisively by remembering what you learned in kindergarten – your ABCs.
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Sharpen Your Flying Skills: Airmanship 2.0 Podcast Continues

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If you haven’t started listening to PilotWorkshops’ Airmanship 2.0 podcast series yet, now is a great time to catch up. With only four episodes remaining, this 16-part series is nearing its conclusion—but the lessons shared by some of aviation’s most experienced instructors are worth adding to your listening list.
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VFR Challenge: Flight Following Failure—Enter Now for a Chance to Win a Home Flight Simulator

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Can you safely navigate busy Miami airspace after ATC unexpectedly terminates Flight Following? Take this free VFR Mastery challenge from PilotWorkshops and enter for a chance to win a home flight simulator.
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How to Fly a Chandelle: Step-by-Step Guide for Commercial Pilots

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Master the commercial pilot chandelle with a simple step-by-step walkthrough, practical CFI tips, and advice for avoiding the most common checkride mistakes.
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New VFR Mastery Scenario: Hat Trick—Can You Beat the Weather?

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When you're trying to visit multiple destinations over several days, one thunderstorm complex can unravel the entire trip. The challenge isn't simply deciding whether to launch—it's deciding where to go first to give yourself the best chance of success. That's the dilemma in this month's VFR Mastery scenario from PilotWorkshops, "Hat Trick."
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Video Tip: How to Avoid Turbulence and Find a Smoother Ride

During your preflight briefing, you observe that the air is clear and there are no storms in sight – does this mean you're in store for a smooth, enjoyable flight? Possibly, but you should also consider another weather factor that can have a big impact on the comfort of the flight on VFR days: turbulence. This week's tip takes a look at ways to avoid rough air and find a smoother ride on your next flight.
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