The snow-capped mountains of British Columbia are a stunning sight, even from the ground. In a helicopter, the view is even better, with panoramic views of pine trees, rocky peaks, and deep snow. This awesome 360-degree video is about as close as you can get to being there yourself, with beautiful views in every direction. 

There are nearly endless opportunities after earning a private pilot certificate to build and advance your stick and rudder skills. Many pilots go on to specialized flight schools to learn new flying techniques, like how to fly aerobatics. Join Patty Wagstaff in this week's video tip to see how much fun flying inverted can be, as she demonstrates how to fly an aileron roll in a Super Decathlon over the beaches of St. Augustine.

Learning to communicate with ground, tower, and approach can be intimidating for many student pilots. There's a lot to remember and sometimes when you push the button to start talking, the mind goes blank. Fortunately, there's a new app that can help.