Pilot Training Must Emphasize Flying the Aircraft
Archives for » Page 33Pilot training with an emphasis on flying the aircraft To all of you lone pilots out there, my utmost respect. I’ve been there, and I know how difficult it can be when things go wrong. Pilot training is adequate for normal operations and “routine” emergencies like engine failures and hydraulic problems. […]
Aviation Training Courses Are for More Than Just Pilots
Archives for » Page 33Aviation training may be within reach thanks to scholarships I always thought that aviation training courses were all about pilot training and flying planes, but it turns out that there’s much more to it than that. I know it takes a village to raise a child (I have 4), but I […]
The FAA Wants Operators to Take Energy Management Seriously
Archives for » Page 33The FAA is discussing energy management When I think of energy management, I think of getting behind the power curve or finding myself in the dreaded coffin corner, but there’s a lot more to it than that. The FAA thinks so too, and in February, it issued a draft Advisory Circular […]
Pilot Training and Runway Safety Checks
Archives for » Page 33Pilot training teaches runway safety checks for all pilots On the one hand, pilots are a trusting bunch. We must be. Many things are out of our control; we don’t manufacture our planes or engines, and we don’t maintain them. On the other hand, we have control over “pilot” things. If […]
Now Available: Fundamentals of Instruction
Archives for » Page 33Fundamentals of Instruction We are thrilled to introduce Fundamentals of Instruction as the newest subject added to CTS’s courses. This course introduces check airmen and flight instructors to learning styles and teaching techniques and how they relate to the task of teaching aeronautical knowledge and skills to pilots. Fundamentals of Instruction […]
NEW Subject: Minimum Equipment List (MEL)
Archives for » Page 33We are pleased to announce that we have released a new training subject: Minimum Equipment List (MEL). Our MEL subject has been developed to satisfy training requirements listed in the 8900 and those recommended by IS-BAO and NBAA. The course covers the requirements of an MEL management program, contents of the […]
Eliminate Flight Plan Surprises after Maintenance
Archives for » Page 33After maintenance, and before filing a flight plan, perform a pre-flight inspection Most professional pilots know the drama often associated with getting a plane out of maintenance. It isn’t pleasant when multiple delays are the rule, not the exception. But when you finally get the keys and the signed logbook, there’s […]
Initial Pilot Training with VR Saves Money and Anxiety
Archives for » Page 33Initial pilot training is introduced to new students through virtual reality I almost attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) when I decided to be a professional pilot. It has an excellent reputation, and who could complain about the beautiful Florida weather? There was only one problem: a 2-year waiting period before […]
Aviation Weather Doesn’t Often Lose
Archives for » Page 33Aviation weather is not to be messed with I’m amazed when a pilot disregards the dangers of winter aviation weather and takes off with a noticeable coating of ice and snow on the aircraft. Were they sleeping during their initial aerodynamics pilot training course? Not taking off with a contaminated wing […]
Pilot Training Expenses Justified With New Pilot Contract
Archives for » Page 33Pilot training is expensive, one company’s new contract may help their employees With the latest estimate of $87,000 for the cost of commercial/flight instructor pilot training, it’s easy to see why it’s such a challenging field for young people to get excited about. Add to that the traditionally low starting pay […]