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Can Two Private Pilots Log PIC At The Same Time?

Logging flight time is always a hot topic, especially when you're working toward a new certificate or flying job. Check out this scenario and tell us if both pilots can log PIC at the same time.

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04/14/2014

Vote: What Does 'Bingo Fuel' Really Mean?

If you've ever watched an aviation movie, you've probably heard the term "Bingo Fuel". But what does it really mean? Read this scenario and tell us what you think.

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04/07/2014

Fulcrum + Clouds = Awesome (Video)

Aerobatics are awesome any day of the week - but turning and burning through IMC takes the cake. These MiG-29 pilots know how to have a good time - and cut an awesome video.

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03/29/2014

Would This Commercial Trip Put Your Certificates At Risk?

You're a commercial pilot and flight instructor, flying as PIC on a university's King Air. While you generally use the King Air for contract student instruction, you occasionally carry the university's president and staff on business trips.

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03/25/2014

It Was Your First. Was It Your Favorite?

If you've ever taken a training flight, chances are you flew in one of these airplanes. Whether you've logged 1 hour or 10,000, we want to know what your favorite training airplane is. Vote below and tell us why you love your plane!

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03/24/2014

What's The Fastest Way To Get To 1000 Feet?

Two Cessna 172s take off from the exact same point on a runway. The airplanes are the exact same weight, with the same CG position.

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03/14/2014

It's His First Aviation Job. Here's What He Did On Day 1.

We want you to love our content. And, we can't do it alone. So, how do you ramp up and generate amazing social content? Awesome videos? Cool aviation infographics? You find someone who loves aviation, loves writing about aviation, and loves creating content for aviation.

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03/11/2014

Can You Log PIC? Yes Or No

You've just added a multi-engine rating to your commercial certificate and you're looking to build PIC time so you can interview with a regional airline. A friend pilots a King Air B200 for a corporate department and you often ride along in the right seat. Can you log the time as PIC?

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03/10/2014

St. Elmo's Fire - Videos Shot From Airline Cockpits

Earlier today we posted an article about St. Elmo's fire. If you haven't checked it out, do it now. Then, check out these videos of the electrical light show shot from airline cockpits. Enjoy!

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03/06/2014

How Low Can You Go? ILS CAT III Infographic

If you have your instrument rating, you know there's nothing quite like breaking out of the clouds at minimums on an ILS. When you see those approach lights break through with the rabbit guiding you in, you feel like a pro - and you're flying like one.

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03/05/2014

Does An FBO Airplane Rental Require A 100hr Inspection?

You see an online ad from your local FBO advertising a special weekday rental rate on their Cessna 182. The ad says that if you rent the airplane for at least 5 hours in 30 days, the aircraft checkout is free (checkouts usually last 45 minutes).

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03/03/2014

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02/26/2014

If You're A Private Pilot, Can Your Boss Cover Your Flight Expenses?

You're a private pilot and you own an airplane. Your boss offers to pay for your fuel and tie-down on a business trip. Can you take the money? Check out the full scenario and tell us what you think.

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02/24/2014

S-Turns Infographic: PTS Standards and Tactics

Taking your Private Pilot check ride? You'll want to brush up on s-turns, which is one of three ground reference maneuvers your examiner can ask you to demonstrate. Here's a breakdown of what you'll need to do to pass the maneuver.