How Hard Is Private Pilot Training? Many times in my aviation career I have had people say that they wished they had learned to fly. My usual comment was benign. I simply said, “It’s not too late to learn.” I often wonder if it was fear that stopped them from learning. Let’s explore the training … Read more
With all the different kinds of flying jobs worldwide, did you ever wonder, Who Has The Best Pilot Job? After all, there are so many different ways you can make money flying airplanes, maybe some flying jobs are better than others. Have you thought of them all? Who Has The Best Pilot Job? I don’t … Read more
Many people, myself included, have wondered Why Is Flight Training Scary? Let’s explore some of the realities and remedies for any fears that a person may have about learning to fly. Why Is Flight Training Scary? 1. Fear Of The Unknown. There is always something to be afraid of if you let the thoughts in. … Read more
I am sure many pilots wonder How Safe Is Mountain Flying? I grew up in the Rocky Mountains so naturally, I learned to fly there. My training from student pilot to (ATP) was flying in the mountains so I love it. However, it must be done safely. How Safe Is Mountain Flying? Mountain flying can … Read more
What Qualities And Skills Does A Pilot Have? Throughout the history of Aviation, there have always been many heroes that number the ranks in the last century and beyond. Both men and women. Some lost their lives so that we could travel in safety. What Qualities And Skills Does A Good Pilot Have? Pilots are … Read more
Ice is a contributing factor to many airplane accidents so How Dangerous Is Flying In Ice? I am sure that some people are uncomfortable flying in storms and winter storms can be unnerving because of reduced visibility, snow, and ice. Let’s look at why. How Dangerous Is Flying In Ice? Flying into known icing is … Read more
I have been asked many times throughout the years about how long it takes to be an Airline Pilot. When I started flying it was a far distant dream. I hoped that someday I might land that very elusive Airline job because getting the hours and experience needed seemed insurmountable. So today the question is, … Read more
In today’s society, the Tattoo and piercings have become extremely popular. The question for those wanting an Airline career maybe is Can Pilots And Flight Attendants Wear Tattoos? Can Pilots And Flight Attendants Wear Tattoos? Yes, they are now allowed with exceptions. As of Sept. 2021, United Airlines became the first U.S. Airline to relax … Read more
On my first day of flight training walking from the flight school office out to the airplane, I began to be indoctrinated into the world of checklists and I wondered as I suppose many other people had “Why Are Checklists Important In Aviation?” Why Are Checklists Important In Aviation? Checklists are the most important aspect … Read more
