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Three veteran controllers—who are also experienced GA pilots—share practical, real-world insights you can use on your next flight. You’ll hear what matters most from the other side of the mic, clear up common misunderstandings, and learn tips to make every ATC interaction smoother.
The magnetic compass is the only “self-powered”, north-seeking instrument in the panel and you’ll find one in just about every airplane. It’s not a perfect instrument though and has some inherent errors due to its design and construction. This week’s tip takes a look at when you’re most likely to experience these errors and how to compensate for them should you ever need to rely on the compass for primary navigation guidance.
Join Sporty’s resident headset expert Doug Ranly for a free webinar designed to help pilots cut through the noise—literally and figuratively. Doug has flown with every headset on the market and will share real-world insights
The altimeter is a flight instrument that provides accurate altitude information to pilots and relies solely on outside air pressure. This week’s tip explores how the altimeter works, the various types of altitudes you need to know about and potential errors you may encounter while referencing the altimeter.
The takeoff is one of the exhilarating parts of flying, but requires some basic knowledge of aircraft control and the airport environment. Here we’ll look at a series of tips to help ensure each of your takeoffs are executed both smoothly and safely.
If you’re thinking about a career in aviation, there’s never been a better time to start. Boeing’s newly released 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook forecasts a global need for 660,000 new pilots over the next 20 years—a clear sign that aviation is calling for a new generation.
Class C and D airspace will surround airports that can handle a moderate amount of air traffic. This means there are some important restrictions to remember any time you’re operating within – or underneath this airspace. In this week’s video tip, we review how Class C and D airspace works, what you need to do to fly legally in it and how to stay safe.
The General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC) is urging pilots and aircraft operators to pay closer attention to an often-overlooked but critical step before flight: verifying the Approval for Return to Service in the aircraft logbook.
For seven days from sunrise to well past sunset, your Oshkosh day is filled with thrilling displays of aerobatics, informative programs and hands-on workshops, diverse aircraft spanning all eras of flight, evening programs, and much, much more.
After beating storms out of CRW on a summer evening, the sunset popped through distant clouds, making for a serene view while climbing to cruising altitude.
