The moment: My granddaughter's first solo
The pilot: Ibel…
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Flying aerobatics is incredibly fun, and it's also a great way to learn new flying skills. That doesn't have to mean exotic airshow airplanes, though - the trusty Cessna 150 Aerobat is a great way to do loops, rolls, spins, and more. Ride along on this flight to see what aerobatic maneuvers look like from the cockpit.
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Please enjoy our five most popular articles from 2018. On behalf…
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The moment: First solo (age 85)
The pilot: John Dundas
The…
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The rectangular course is one of several ground reference maneuvers you'll practice during Private Pilot training, which will teach you how to compensate for the effects of the wind when flying at lower altitudes.
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Highly modified STOL airplanes (Short TakeOff and Landing) can get in and out of some airstrips that would be unthinkable in ordinary airplanes - but only if you know how to fly them. Ride along with FlightChops in this video as he learns how to handle the incredible new Carbon Cub FX-3, including slow flight and extremely short field landings.
Congratulations, you are either on your way or about to get started…
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Many take for granted the freedoms and flexibility extended to pilots flying in the United States. We have access to over 5,000 public airports and can move about the country when we want with limited government regulation and no user fees. Things are a bit different in other parts of the world though, where airspace is more regulated and landing fees are the norm. Learn first hand from Sophie Gilgean who grew up and learned to fly in Belgium about the limitations placed on private aviation in Europe.
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Welcome to our latest video series - Ask A Sporty's CFI. We'll be talking to the 25 flight instructors we have on staff at Sporty's to get their tips for safer and smoother flying. First up is Bret Koebbe, an ATP and CFII, who shares his tips for making consistently smooth landings. How do you know if you're on glide path? How do you choose an aiming point? Bret has answers.
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Friday photo: granddaughter’s first solo
Video: aerobatics in a Cessna
5 most popular articles from 2018
Friday photo: John Dundas first solo
Rectangular Course – HD Flight Maneuver Spotlight
Video: backcountry flying lesson
Become a Part of the Community
Friday photo: Darick Gundy first solo, first Sonex flight
Video tip: flight training across the pond
Ask a CFI: what’s one tip to make better landings (video)