Getting a ride in an F-16 is an amazing experience, but getting a ride in one while doing aerial refueling is even more exhiliarating. You'll get to do exactly that in this amazing video and see how the process works from the fighter and the KC-135 tanker. The key is precise flying and good communication.
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Airline hiring has reached a feverish pace never before seen…
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The moment: First solo
The pilot: Dallas Padgitt
The…
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Choosing your first aviation headset is a tough decision. In this detailed video, JC Mayerle and Doug Ranly from Sporty's explain what to look for, then they take four popular models flying to compare them in the cockpit of a Cessna 172. Which one will come out on top?
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Sporty’s Pilot Training course is the go-to product in self…
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A helicopter really does give you the freedom to do some... unique... things. In this funny video, ride along as two pilots pull off the ultimate $100 hamburger run by picking up an order at McDonald's. Just don't try this in your Cessna!
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Buying your first headset can be confusing. There are a lot of things to consider: passive noise reduction (PNR) vs. active noise reduction (ANR), plug types, Bluetooth, aux inputs, ear seals, and finally mono vs. stereo. While we won’t tackle every subject in one blog, we will attempt to answer that age old question: Do I need a mono or stereo headset?
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The moment: First flight with a passenger
The pilot: Malena…
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In this series, we ask the pilots at Sporty's what gear they carry when they go flying. While every pilot's flight bag is unique, some common principles apply to everyone: carry enough to be prepared but not too much so that you're weighed down with unnecessary junk. Hear from John Zimmerman, ATP and helicopter pilot, in this episode.
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Tired of the same old "turns around a point and stalls" lesson? Don't worry - it's normal. In our latest video tip, we offer a few ideas for shaking things up during flight training. Whether it's making a breakfast run or picking a new time to fly, there are plenty of ways to keep flight training fun.
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Video: Air-to-air refueling in an F-16
Transitioning to the airlines (Part II) – Indoc., systems and simulators
Friday photo: first solo Dallas Padgitt
The best headsets for student pilots – how to choose
Sporty’s Pilot Training Course Is A Valuable Tool For Flight Instructors
Video: McDonald’s drive-thru in a helicopter
Stereo vs. mono headsets – what’s the difference?
Friday photo: Malena Modirzadeh first flight with a passenger
What’s in your flight bag, episode 2
Video tip: fun flying