Single-Pilot Resource Management for Safer Skies
Mastering SRM for Safer Skies Unlike a crewed cockpit, where tasks and responsibilities are shared, single pilots shoulder every decision, every calculation, and every response. This is where Single-Pilot Resource Management (SRM) becomes a critical tool for maintaining safety and efficiency. SRM equips pilots with the tools to manage resources effectively, allowing them to stay […]
GPS for Part 135 | Navigating the Sky with Precision
GPS Operations For Part 135 pilots, precise navigation is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. From managing customer expectations to meeting FAA regulatory requirements, accurate navigation ensures the safety, efficiency, and reliability of operations. At the center of modern aircraft navigation lies one critical tool: GPS. While GPS simplifies many aspects of flying, it also […]
Situational Awareness | Including it in Flight Training
The Importance of Situational Awareness in Fixed Wing Training Situational awareness (SA) is a vital flight skill, but unlike steep turns or short-field landings, it’s not something you can master in a single lesson. It must be developed over time, trained, reinforced, and evaluated. In airplane flight training, instructors should go beyond teaching rote procedures […]
Situational Awareness | How to Regain It
Situational Awareness Background Losing situational awareness can be both gradual and dangerous. Here’s the good news: situational awareness can be restored—often quickly—if the pilot or crew recognizes the warning signs and takes decisive action. Whether it’s during high workload conditions, unexpected weather, or task saturation in the cockpit, there are proven techniques that can help […]
Portable Fire Extinguishers for Aircraft Safety
Classes of Fire and Portable Fire Extinguishers When you’re flying, safety is not just a priority—it’s a necessity. One critical but often overlooked safety tool onboard is the portable fire extinguisher. While rare, onboard fires represent some of the most dangerous scenarios a pilot might face. Knowing the types of fire extinguishers, the classes of […]
Wire Strike Safety for Helicopter Pilots
Wire Strike Safety | Awareness and Prevention Wire strikes remain one of the most significant hazards for helicopter pilots around the world. Flying low-altitude missions often places helicopters in environments bristling with hidden threats—power lines, telephone cables, guy wires, and more. These wires can be extremely difficult to spot, even for the most experienced pilots. […]
Ground Effect in Helicopter Operations
What is Ground Effect? Ground effect is a phenomenon experienced by helicopters when operating near the surface, typically within one rotor diameter of the ground. It occurs due to the interaction between the rotor downwash and the ground surface, which reduces the induced drag and increases lift efficiency. This makes hovering close to the ground […]
Careers in Aviation | From First Solo to the Flight Deck
The Many Careers in Aviation For anyone dreaming of a career in aviation, the sky is literally the limit and there’s more than one way to success. Becoming a pilot isn’t just about flying for a major airline; it’s a progression through many exciting roles, each with its own requirements, challenges, and rewards. Whether you’re […]
Careers in Aviation | What it Takes to Fly
Careers in Aviation | Skills that Make a Great Pilot Learning to fly is one thing—but becoming a truly great pilot takes more than just logging hours or acing a checkride. Behind every confident takeoff and smooth landing is a set of personality traits and habits that make for a successful career in aviation. Whether […]
Helicopter Training | Why Recurrent Training and Checkrides Matter
Helicopter Training When it comes to helicopter training, safety and proficiency are not just goals; they are necessities. Whether you’re a seasoned aviator or just beginning to spread your rotor blades, recurrent training and checkrides play a central role in maintaining these standards. These practices aren’t merely about logging flight hours or ticking boxes for […]