Video: how a drone pilot became a bush pilot

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Trent Palmer makes some of the most amazing flying videos anywhere, usually involving bush planes with big tires - and rarely involving paved runways. What most people don't know is that Trent was initially terrified of flying. Watch this video to learn how he conquered his fears, and of course see some great backcountry flying.

Sporty’s webinar – surviving the checkride – an examiner panel discussion

Preparing can be stressful, but taking a checkride doesn’t…

Friday photo: Steve Hicks first solo

  The moment: Private pilot checkride The pilot: Steve…

The virtues of competition and a challenging flight home

The competition I had the distinct pleasure of representing…

Video: checking out in a T-6

It's one of the most popular trainers of the World War II era, and it has a well-deserved reputation for being the "pilot maker." Join FlightChops as he checks out in the T-6. You'll see the demanding tailwheel airplane from the pilot's view, and see why a good T-6 pilot is always on his toes.

Friday photo: Dan Brucker first solo

The moment: First Solo The pilot: Dan Brucker (left) The…