Deteriorating Aviation Weather and The Use of TAWS
Archives for » Page 26The Importance of TAWS in Deteriorating Aviation Weather As a pilot, you know how crucial it is to take every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of your passengers, crew, and flight. One significant risk that pilots face during a flight is controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) accidents, especially during deteriorating […]
Protecting Your Flight from the Dangers of Microbursts
Archives for » Page 26Navigating Through Microbursts Microbursts are sudden downdrafts caused by winds that rapidly change direction and speed, usually over a short distance. They can occur in any weather condition and often go unnoticed until they hit the ground and cause wind shear. Fortunately, due to their nature as localized events, it is […]
The Essential Role of Meteorology in Aviation Safety
Archives for » Page 26For pilots, staying up to date with the latest meteorological trends and data is a critical aspect of flight safety. This blog will explore the role that meteorology plays in aviation safety, from understanding how weather impacts a flight’s duration to identifying potential hazards during takeoff and landing. Meteorology Impacts Flight […]
Aviation Airspace | The Perils of Sharing with Birds
Archives for » Page 26In Aviation Airspace, Birds and Aircraft Don’t Mix Aviation airspace is a busy place where planes, helicopters, drones, sky divers, and birds share the same air. Unfortunately, not everything that flies is under positive control. This has led to an increase in bird strikes, which rose from 1800 in 1990 to […]
Aviation Weather | The Importance of Safety and Intelligence
Archives for » Page 26Aviation Weather Review Prevent Risks Too often, preventable aircraft accidents occur due to reckless behavior from pilots, such as flying in aviation weather beyond their experience level, neglecting pre-flight checks, or carelessly running out of fuel. However, nothing is as frustrating as watching a pilot take off into dangerous weather that […]
CTS Refreshes our High-Altitude Weather and Aerodynamics Course
Archives for » Page 26CTS has refreshed our course on High-Altitude Weather and Aerodynamics. High-altitude flight presents pilots with several unique challenges due to the different weather, physiological concerns, and effects high-altitude and high-speed flight have on aerodynamics. This course provides pilots with training covering these aspects of high-altitude flight and the proper recovery procedures […]
How Climate Change is Affecting Aviation and How to Help
Archives for » Page 26Mitigating the Effects of Climate Change on Air Travel In the professional pilot industry, understanding and staying up to date on the effects of climate change on aviation is something we take seriously. From increased fuel costs to changes in global air traffic control systems, the impacts of climate change are […]
Flight Attendants: The Unsung Heroes of Aviation Safety
Archives for » Page 26Flight Attendants Play an Essential Role in Flight Safety During flight, aircraft and passenger safety and security is the number one priority. But how do airlines ensure that passengers remain safe during flights? The answer lies in the hard work of flight attendants – the unsung heroes of aviation safety. Flight […]
Don’t Get Caught in the Rocks! Fly a Mountain Pass with Ease
Archives for » Page 26Flying through mountain passes can provide a unique and exciting experience for travelers…and pilots. With the right planning, pilots can safely navigate their way around terrain that may be difficult to traverse in other types of transportation. The Journey is Half the Fun When Flying Through a Mountain Pass When it comes […]
Summer Flying: Some Hot Tips So Pilots Can Stay Cool
Archives for » Page 26Staying Safe in the Summer Skies Summertime is the season of fun and adventure, but for pilots it’s also a time of increased risk and responsibility. Preflight preparation is essential to prevent costly mistakes and accidents, especially when temperatures rise during the hotter months of the year. Pilots should be aware […]