safety tips

One of the most complex problems with General Aviation is cultural. It has to do with a widespread definition of a “good pilot.” The cultural definition seems to be one handed down from a warrior class consisting of the fighter

This should get a big sigh and a b-o-r-i-n-g from most folks but we should consider the implications of not doing a thorough preflight walk. Only you can answer the question: do you really look at pieces and parts or

In conjunction with all skills involved with aviation, time management is one of the more important. Time management is one skill that is involved with every phase of flight. Research has shown being rushed for time is the second leading

If you’re planning a cross country trip this time of year, thunderstorms are a major factor. To significantly reduce your chances of running into thunderstorms or convective activity there is a very simple tactic and is almost foolproof. It also

Every flight you take should help to build and develop good judgment. Flights should be analyzed for things that could have been done a little better, a little more efficiently, or for a change in the process that makes you

This is more of a broad subject than can be covered in this type of article, so make note of your questions and discuss them with your CFI. Although control surface failures are rare we feel the need to explore

A change in seasons brings with it a change in flying conditions, for both aircraft and pilot. Some important reminders: Temperatures between 20 degrees and 70 degrees F are conducive for carburetor icing. Be aware of and alert to effects

As a pilot, it’s important to realize how we make everyday decisions and how they apply to aeronautical decision making. In our day to day personal and professional lives decision making is a process based on how problems are framed.

Every year the FAA has loss of directional control during takeoff and landing as one of the 3 leading accident producers. Because of slow airspeeds few of these are fatal but do result in personal injury and substantial damage to

Well, here we go taking off on another highly debatable subject and by being knowledgeable about your aircraft, having position awareness and aware of environmental conditions you can successfully pull through “Engine Out” after takeoff. According to the NTSB, a