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The “New” Partial Panel
J. Mac McClellan tells us about the new challenges instrument pilots face: “But the new flat glass cockpits with the electronic gyros have redefined partial panel. Now, if that glass goes blank, or the non-moving electronic gyros shoot craps, we’re … Continue reading
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Remembering Check Rides Gone-By
Richard Collins lends us a look at part of his remarkable career: “Most of us remember notable things about our flying, check rides for example. When I was starting out and collecting certificates and ratings, it seemed like I was … Continue reading
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GAO asked to consider pilot shortage
From AVweb: “…The group says a confluence of factors appears to be lining up that will make pilots in short supply. It wants the GAO to determine if a shortage actually will occur and, if so, study the mechanics of … Continue reading
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Best of ASI in 2012
The Air Safety Institute released their top 10 trainings for 2012. Check them out, if you haven’t. Here’s a few: “A pilot’s quest to understand a small but haunting critical mistake he made as PIC—and help others avoid similar errors—led … Continue reading
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Private Pilot Manuevers
Here’s a strong contribution from Neil Herschman. For all those preparing for the private pilot checkride: Thanks, Neil!
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Do 1.5 Magnetos Equal 2?
From the venerable J. Mac McClellan: “I have logged at least 1,500 hours flying behind one of those combined magnetos, and I have to say, I wondered about the concept, especially when the clouds were on the ground or it … Continue reading
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Change to IFR Flight Plans
From the Jeppesen blog: The AIM in section 5-1-9, states: “Use of FAA Form 7233-4 is recommended for domestic IFR flights and is mandatory for all IFR flights that will depart U.S. domestic airspace.” Although you can use either flight … Continue reading
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A Club’s the Way to Go!
If you are looking for an affordable way to begin to fly or continuing after you get a certificate, there is no better, more affordable way than to join our club! Check out this article, and then take a look … Continue reading
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Are Electronic Charts Legal?
For the flying we do – yes. But here’s a good synopsis by J. Mac McClellan: “This will sound like heresy to many—probably most—pilots, but the FARs are totally silent on any requirement for charts of any kind if you … Continue reading
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VORs? Who needs them?
That’s what J. Mac McClellan talks about in this post: “I can’t remember the last time I actually dialed in a VOR frequency in any airplane. When I’m cleared to cross a VOR it’s just a three-letter fix, no different … Continue reading
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