All Entries Tagged With: "General Aviation"
Is General Aviation Really in Peril Today?
Many of us who have been in aviation for a long time are concerned that – indeed – general aviation really is in peril today. Whether we are talking about the future of AvGas and the impact that will have, or the Pilots Bill of Rights, or – gasp – user fees, general aviation is [...]
Are Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) Under Attack?
One of the most discussed issues today in aviation is the level of Student Pilot starts in the United States, and the impact that will have on the future of aviation. For as long as I can remember I have heard that there is an “impending pilot shortage” due to retirements from the airlines, a [...]
Why the Sport Pilot Certificate Eclipsed the Recreational Pilot Certificate
For quite some time now the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) has been pushed by the general aviation community to find ways to make flying small, general aviation aircraft easier and more affordable. The General Aircraft Manufacturers Organization (GAMA), along with organizations like the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) have [...]
What Everyone Should Know About Private Pilots
Most of us will sooner or later encounter a friend or acquaintance with a Private Pilot’s License. And, in all likelihood, you will receive an invitation to take a flight with them. But is it wise or safe to accept the invitation? Let’s find out. If you are interested in learning how to fly, and [...]
The Dangers of Night Flying – When VMC Doesn’t Really Mean VMC
As we approach the summer months in SW Florida, with its high humidity and neighboring expanses of open water and unpopulated areas, we need to assess our night proficiency, and be mindful of the pitfalls that await us the next time we venture out after dark. The Dangers of Night Flying Every year too [...]
Helicopter Pilot Final Exam Video
Who among us hasn’t wanted to learn how to fly a helicopter? FAA Part 61 Helicopter Private Pilot Certification Requirements Dual: 20 hours of helicopter flight training with an instructor on the Private Pilot areas of operation that includes: 3 hours of cross-country flight training in a helicopter; 3 hours of night flight training in [...]
How to Save Pilot’s Lives
A recent article raved about the ability of the Cirrus aircraft parachute system saves lives, but not everyone agrees that having an explosive device deploying a parachute and sitting in the aircraft whilst the wind returns you to terra firma with no pilot input is a good thing. Here is an excerpt from the article [...]
