Pilots routinely train on handling in-flight emergencies: Assess the situation, react, and (above all else) never stop flying the aircraft. […]
ADS-B weather vs. SiriusXM satellite weather—comparing the options
Datalink weather, either from ADS-B or SiriusXM, is an essential tool for almost all pilots. Once you’ve flown a cross […]
Armless pilot celebrates ADA anniversary in flight
It’s been nearly 30 years since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and retired Sen. Tom Harkin […]
AOPA app adds new leaderboards to Pilot Passport feature
AOPA released a new app for pilots several years ago which showcases their wide collection of articles, videos, podcasts, events […]
FAA urged to scale back updated Piper wing-spar AD
The FAA should further reduce the number of Piper single-engine airplane models subject to a proposed airworthiness directive requiring corrosion […]
FAA orders AD on Austro diesel engines
The FAA has adopted an airworthiness directive calling for the replacement of the timing chain and fuel injectors on Austro […]
King Schools introduces 'Airline Pilot Interview Prep Course'
John and Martha King revealed a new King Schools course, redesigns for classic courses, and other initiatives during the husband-and-wife […]
Pilots fight fee increases at Bend, Oregon, airport
Pilots and airport business owners received just 30 days’ notice that the city of Bend, Oregon, would be increasing rates […]
Pilot Training app grows to 27 courses with new aerobatics training
Sporty’s Pilot Training app (available for both iOS and Android devices) has grown dramatically over the last few years to […]
Training Tip: Tell me about the weather
We know that when your flight instructor asks you, “How’s the weather?” before a flight lesson it’s not because the […]