My experience as a rusty pilot

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People who could fly airplanes had an elite reputation in my mind; one that seemed too far-fetched for me to consider. So my teenage years were filled with school, sports, and summer jobs outside occasionally interrupted by the distinct hum of an engine passing overhead.

What’s up with the Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Test?

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The pathway to a Private Pilot certificate involves many training requirements, including ground school, in-airplane flight training, and a few FAA tests. Here we'll focus on recent updates to the FAA Knowledge test and how to best prepare for it.

Flight School and Instructor Guide to Sporty’s Pilot Training Courses

Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course provides a modern, comprehensive training solution for your flight school that is sure to increase enrollment and improve retention and performance. In this detailed guide, you'll learn how to integrate Sporty's courses into your curriculum, monitor student progress and take advantage of the Flight Schedule Pro integration.

Are you prepared to go around?

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Minutes later we were told to slow to our final speed as the Falcon tri-jet had not yet begun its taxi. We were fortunate to have about 20 seconds at our 120kt final approach speed to discuss the possibility of a go-around given the slow progress of the Falcon’s taxi run. This discussion involved the steps we would take performing the go-around.

Logistics and what it means for your flight preparation

Your three friends, four sets of luggage and golf clubs may exceed both the weight capacity and cargo volume of most typical rentals.  Does that mean you have to scrap your trip, or worse yet, spend 24 of the allotted 72 hours driving?  Maybe, but then again by managing the logistics the flying trip may still be possible.

Chart Smart: VFR sectional remote communications outlet

The Greenville VORTAC communications box indicates that you are able to communicate with the Gainesville Flight Service Station by transmitting on 122.1 (122.1R) on your comm radio.