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  The B-17 'Flying Fortress' (Infographic)

  It helped change the course of WWII. Tens of thousands of crewmembers flew in it. Check out these impressive stats on the B-17, then, find out how you can get a ride in one this summer.

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  • 06/05/2014
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  Vote: Why Does Pumping The Throttle Prime Carbureted Engines?

  At some point, you've probably heard it. You may have even been taught it: pumping the throttle on your aircraft primes a carbureted engine.

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  • 06/02/2014
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  • 05/28/2014
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  Can You Land At This Airport?

  You're a non-instrument rated private pilot taking a cross-country in your Cessna 182 from Boulder, CO (KBDU) to Cheyenne, WY (KCYS).

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  • 05/19/2014

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  Does This Airplane Need A 100 Hour Inspection?

  Your friend owns a Cessna 182 that he occasionally rents to a small group of pilot friends. He rents the airplane for $85/hr, including fuel.

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  • 05/12/2014
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  What Happens When You Race A Supercar And A Fighter Jet?

  Supercar vs. Fighter Jet.  2 miles horizontal vs. 2 miles vertical.  Check out this ultimate drag race between the Bugatti Veyron and Eurofighter Typhoon - it's pretty incredible.

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  • 05/08/2014
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  Check Ride Vote: Rough Power-Off Stall

  Nearly every student feels nervous practicing their first power-off stall. And, if a wing drops, it's common to try to raise the wing using the ailerons - which often makes the situation worse.

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  • 05/05/2014
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  Solo Endorsements: Flying To Other Airports and Cross Countries

  • • Article
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  • 05/02/2014
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  Can You Fly A VFR Cross-Country In These Weather Conditions?

  You're a non-instrument rated private pilot, and you've planned a cross-country in your Cirrus SR-20 from Kalamazoo, MI (KAZO) to Traverse City, MI (KTVC).

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  • 04/28/2014

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  Fulcrum + Clouds, Part 2

  Precision aerobatics are always amazing to watch - and this MiG-29 squadron knows how to get the job done. Enjoy. Then, check out the first Fulcrum Drivers video.

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  • 04/26/2014
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  You're Doing A Short Field Landing On A Private Pilot Checkride. Then This Happens.

  You're giving a checkride in a Cessna 172. The flight's going well - until the short field landing.

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  • 04/21/2014
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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
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  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
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  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
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  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