Share Your Thoughts on the State of Flight Training and Enter for a Chance to Win

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Redbird Flight recently launched its fifth annual State of Flight Training Survey. The survey allows all stakeholders the opportunity to share their thoughts on the key opportunities and challenges facing flight training businesses and flight instructors. The information you share helps the flight training community identify trends, priorities, strengths, and challenges to build a brighter future for aviation.

Video tip: How to avoid turbulence and find a smoother ride

During your preflight briefing, you observe that the air is clear and there are no storms in sight – does this mean you're in store for a smooth, enjoyable flight? Possibly, but you should also consider another weather factor that can have a big impact on the comfort of the flight on VFR days: turbulence. This week's tip takes a look at ways to avoid rough air and find a smoother ride on your next flight.

Quiz: Cold Weather Operations

As winter sets in, it's more important than ever to understand…

From the Flight Deck Video Series: Line Up and Wait

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“LINE UP AND WAIT” is used to instruct a pilot to taxi onto the departure runway and line up and wait, but NOT depart. While it may seem straightforward on the surface, there are numerous examples in which the instructions were not followed creating a dangerous risk of collision. A variety of human factors can explain why a pilot may mistakenly initiate a takeoff.

How to practice power-on stall recoveries (video tip)

This week we go flying to see what power-on stalls are all about. Some pilots are nervous about this maneuver, which can require a nose high attitude. But with a good understanding of the aerodynamics and a preview from outside the airplane, you'll have the confidence to perform these stalls smoothly - and hopefully avoid an inadvertent one on takeoff.

Top posts from 2024 at Flight Training Central

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Flight Training Central published more than 200 content pieces in 2024 and hosted several monthly themes throughout the year including IFR month in February and Learn to Fly month in May. Throughout the year, readers enjoyed articles, video tips, quizzes, industry news, and webinars and took advantage of Flight Training Central's updated Flight School Directory to locate nearby training facilities.

How To Obtain Your FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

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If your future aviation plans include international travel, or you're pursuing a professional aviation track, take the time to obtain your Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit (RR). In the U.S., the FCC issues a RR for pilots, but it is only required for international flying—it is not required while flying in the U.S. using VHF radios.

Video tip: how to fly with the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot

This week's tip takes a look at the basic features of Garmin's popular GFC 500 autopilot, including how to turn it on and use airspeed, vertical speed, altitude and heading modes.

Lazy Eights—Sporty’s Flight Maneuver Spotlight

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The Lazy Eight maneuver is part of Sporty’s 2025 Commercial Pilot Training Course and includes a narrated video animation, along with step-by-step instructions that include performance standards and common errors. Study them while on the ground or print them for quick reference in

How weight loss drugs may affect your medical

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As a pilot, your medical certification is essential not only for your career but also for ensuring the safety of everyone on board. With the growing prevalence of weight management medications, it's important to understand how these drugs can affect your medical status and what steps you need to take to remain in compliance.