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  How Trusting An IFR Clearance Caused A Pilot To Get Dangerously Close To Terrain

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/09/2017
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  How Flying An Unfamiliar Aircraft Led To A Class C Airspace Violation

  There's obviously no magic way to jump from 0 hours in a new airplane to being a systems expert. Every pilot goes through a transition period where they're new to the airplane they fly. So what exactly can you do?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/05/2017
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  Don't Make These 12 Mistakes In The Traffic Pattern

  There's a lot that goes into flying a perfect traffic pattern. Don't make these 12 mistakes.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/22/2017
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  9 Tips For Your Next Solo Flight

  There's nothing quite like silently flying solo after dozens of training flights or flights with passengers. Remember these tips to make flying solo easy and safe.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/03/2017

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  9 Hazards Unique To Flying IFR

  Getting your instrument rating will make you a safer, more confident pilot. But there are a few hazards unique to flying under IFR that you should be aware of.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/01/2017
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  This Airport Has Reversed Hold-Short Markings, But Why?

  At most airports, you land, exit the runway on a taxiway, and ensure you've passed the hold short markings. Not in Honolulu. You'll need a clearance to exit this runway!

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/20/2017
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  8 Ways To Prepare For An Overwater Flight

  Many pilots avoid flying single engine aircraft over open water, but it's not always possible. If you do find yourself planning a trip over a large body of water, here are some ways to stay prepared.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/15/2017
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  12 Things You Can Do To Give Passengers Their Most Comfortable Flight

  Whether you're flying friends in your own plane, or flying passengers for an airline, these tips can be used for any flight.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/13/2017
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  Want To Be A Successful Pilot? Memorize These Tips

  Whether you're a fresh student pilot or an airline captain with thousands of hours, these 12 tips will lead you to your greatest success.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/11/2017

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  7 Differences Between Flying Turboprops And Pistons

  Don't let the propeller fool you. Turboprops have unique flying characteristics that you should know about.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/08/2017
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  8 Acronyms Every Instrument Pilot Should Know

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/06/2017
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  5 Times Your Flight Instructor Will Have To Take The Controls

  Flight instructors rarely take over flight controls during a student's lesson. Normally, it's because there's no time for a student to react to a mistake.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 05/16/2017
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  6 Important FAA Regulations, Explained

  Sometimes the FARs can get confusing, so here are some common little known facts that will help you out.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 03/25/2017
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  How Density Altitude Caused A Plane Crash Shortly After Takeoff

  If you're like us, you're not too interested in going off the end of the runway on takeoff. So as the weather starts to heat up this spring, make sure you're calculating takeoff distance before every flight.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 03/21/2017
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  When Do You Need To File An Alternate Under IFR?

  Do you remember the criteria for filing an alternate in your flight plan when weather conditions are poor?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 03/09/2017