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...
The Big Sky Theory
December 30, 2007
by FS Staff
What is far more dangerous than a congested control area is the uncontrolled airspace that surrounds it. The Big Sky Theory doesn't fly anymore.Read more...
What is Your Approach Speed?
December 23, 2007
by FS Staff
A pilot's chosen approach speed should mean something. It should not simply be a number that you vaguely recall being taught in flight school, nor should it be what you were told by a "coffee shop pro". This short article touches on the basics of calculating a "Vref" speed for your aircraft. Read more...
How to Make a Perfect Landing
December 16, 2007
by FS Staff
The key to good landings every time is establishing good flying habits, and knowing exactly where to put your eyes. This article contains some expert flying tips for the student pilot or rusty Private Pilot.
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Check Gear Down
December 9, 2007
by FS Staff
Sometimes the easiest little chores are the hardest ones to remember, especially during a busy phase of flight, such as landing. Read more...
Emergency Landing Gear Extension
December 2, 2007
by FS Staff
Gear up landings can usually be avoided, if you know what to look for. This article contains a checklist that supplements the emergency checklist for your aircraft. Read more...
Land On The Numbers?
November 25, 2007
by FS Staff
They say that there is nothing more useless than the runway behind you. Does this mean we should always put it down "on the numbers"? Read this article and break yourself from this dangerous, unneccessary habit. Read more...
The Top Causes of Communication Failure
November 18, 2007
by FS Staff
Radios do fail, but most communication failures occur for very simple reasons. Read more...
The Most Important Flying Lesson Of All
November 11, 2007
by FS Staff
Some flight training lessons are more important than others, but this one makes the top of the list, and is never too late to improve. Read more...
How To Choose the Best Flight School
November 4, 2007
by FS Staff
Choosing the best flight school is not unlike buying a new car. It is time well spent to shop around and ask questions first. Read more...
Funny Snag Sheets
October 28, 2007
by Unknown Author
Never let it be said that aircraft mechanics lack a sense of humour. These true-life snag-sheet comments are worth a read. Read more...
Get The Most From Your Airplane
October 21, 2007
by FS staff
Here is a small collection of tips to help you get the most speed out of your machine.
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Drag Can Be a Drag
October 14, 2007
by FS staff
Although there is no way to avoid drag completely, flying at a speed that minimizes drag is a step in the right direction for the pilot that is flying for endurance and range. Read more...
Airspeed Confusion
October 7, 2007
by FS staff
Did you know that your airspeed indicator nearly always under-reads? This article aims to clarify much confusion in the speed department. Read more...
The GPS World: Who Needs to Navigate?
September 30, 2007
by FS staff
A fantastic new tool found in the flight bags of most pilots these days can be a real flying aid....but don't rely on it too much. Read more...
How To Land Your First Flying Job
September 23, 2007
by FS staff
The major airlines may hire from the resume pile, but the smaller outfits won't hire you unless they know you, and like you too.Read more...
Essential Mountain Flying Tips
September 16, 2007
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. Read more...
