Unusable Fuel
March 27, 2008
by Brad Logan
A true story about an unplanned fuel shortage. Despite thorough preparation for a flight, things can still go wrong. Read more...
Memorize Your Checklist?
January 13, 2008
by FS Staff
Although memorizing your aircraft checklist somewhat defeats the purpose of having one, it is important to be familiar with them, and have the critical items etched in your brain. Read more...
Best Flying Quotes of All Time
January 6, 2008
by Unknown Authors
We've scoured the internet in search of aviation humor. Read our collection of the best flying quotes of all time. Read more...
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Essential Mountain Flying Tips
by FS staff
If you make a list of the most common causes of terrain-related
aviation accidents, you have the basis for an excellent mountain flying
tutorial. That's exactly what this article is. It contains everything a
good pilot needs to be safe when flying over unforgiving
terrain.
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Overweight
A True Story
by William Jennens
A good pilot always strives to ensure they operate their aircraft
within the weight-and-balance envelope at all times. This is a freight
pilot's true story about company pressure to go, despite being heavily
overloaded. All names have been changed to protect the guilty.
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