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How Do You Determine Your Weight and Balance?
Q: I’m a student pilot learning weight and balance calculations, and I hate it! Should I just give up and quit?
From Flight Training Faux Pas to Pilot Error
The Future of Aviation Is Steam Power
That’s correct. I’ve decided to design and build an airplane powered entirely by steam. The target market for such an aircraft is, of course,...
How To Choose a Flight Instructor
Flight training is unique from other types of skills or occupational training in that you spend much of your time one-on-one with an instructor....
How Do You Handle an Engine Failure on Takeoff?
Q: When is the impossible turn actually impossible, and when should I deploy a CAPS parachute if my aircraft is equipped with one?
Why Do So Many Aviation Accidents Occur During the Maneuvering Phase?
Is Online Ground School Right for You?
The ground school portion of pilot training can help you prepare for your FAA knowledge test, flight training, and the oral part of the FAA...
How To Add Live Air Traffic Control to a Home Flight Simulator
You are sitting just outside of your hangar. The engine is running, pre-flight checks are complete, and you are tuned to the Ground frequency....
4 Industry Observations From an EAA AirVenture First-Timer
So, I finally went to Oshkosh. After 14 years at SUN 'n FUN in several capacities, I went west to support the cause at that tiny aviation event in...
Introducing Redbird Pro
General aviation pilots understand the need for proficiency, but they lack the time, money, motivation, and tools to do what’s needed. We aim to...
5 Things We're Excited About at EAA AirVenture 2021
After a year-long hiatus, the general aviation community finally landed at Wittman Regional Airport again on Monday, July 26. We have missed a lot...
