UPDATED: FAA approves new COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson and Johnson

UPDATED: February 28, 2021 Following the Emergency Use Authorization…

Sporty’s Webinar: Flight Simulators – What Pilots Need to Know about MSFS 2020, Honeycomb, Thrustmaster, and More

We all know that flight simulators are capable of being a valuable…

Video: pulling Gs with Patty Wagstaff

Flying aerobatics is all about finesse—it's about feeling the airplane and responding with a steady hand on the flight controls. But as this video shows, sometimes it's about aggressive maneuvers and serious Gs, too. Ride along with legendary airshow pilot Patty Wagstaff as she pushes her Extra to the limit.

Video tip: cross-country flights using pilotage and dead reckoning

The cross-country phase of private pilot training is an exciting time where you'll learn the flight planning steps and flying techniques required to fly longer trips between two airports. While it might be tempting to navigate directly to the destination airport using GPS, it's important that you first learn how to fly the trip first using the fundamental navigation techniques of pilotage and dead reckoning.

Updates to FAA written testing and handbooks

The FAA recently published its most recent installment of What's…

CFI Tips: rudder use

Instructors lament the continuous coaching of rudder use while…

My experience as a rusty pilot – Part IV

Some of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve ever witnessed were from the left seat of a Cessna. Time saved by flying to a destination rather than driving can’t be overlooked. Taking in the rolling morning fog or enjoying the red, orange, and yellows of fall above the seven hills of Cincinnati is a view that even Monet would have trouble fathoming.

Ready to transition to multiengine flying? Here’s how.

For any pilot on a professional career track, or for those looking…

Video: landing on a beach in New Zealand

Landing "off airport" is a great way to experience the true freedom of general aviation, but it doesn't always require a fancy bush plane or a helicopter. In this new video, you'll ride along with JP for a flight in New Zealand to see what it's like flying in this beautiful country. You'll also watch him land on a beach, which is perfectly legal to do year round.