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  How A TCAS Triple RA Event Happened In RVSM Airspace

  Traffic in RVSM airspace is only separated by 1,000 feet vertically. Here's what can happen when an RA goes off, and what you should know about ATC separation criteria.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/07/2019
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  This Deadly Hazard Is Found In Several Restricted Areas: Balloons

  Mistakenly flying into a restricted area doesn't just put you at risk for an FAA violation; it could lead to a potentially deadly mistake. Here's what you should know about one of the most unusual hazards in the sky.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/05/2019
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  Every Pilot Should Know These 10 Facts About Weather Theory

  There's a LOT pilots need to know about weather. If you're just getting started, here are a few things you should learn right away.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/05/2019
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  What Makes An Airplane 'Airworthy?'

  Understanding airworthiness is one of the toughest parts of becoming a pilot. Do you know how to make sure you're legal to fly a particular airplane?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/22/2019

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  Inadvertent Thunderstorm Encounter? Here's What To Do.

  The smartest way to avoid thunderstorms is to keep your distance, and never fly through embedded thunderstorms. Thunderstorms can cause aircraft structural failure and fatal accidents. But if you do find yourself in a thunderstorm, here's what you should do.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/20/2019
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  Do You Know These 5 Unique Characteristics Of T-Tail Airplanes?

  Have you ever flown a T-tail airplane? Here's how they're different than conventional tail configurations.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/15/2019
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  8 Worst-Case IFR Emergencies To Prepare For

  If you have an instrument rating or are training for one, here are some emergencies you DON'T want happening on your next IFR flight.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/06/2019
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  Airline Crew Nearly Lands On Wrong Side Of The PAPIs

  Do you brief which side of the runway PAPI lights should appear on? Here's what can go wrong in low-vis conditions if you don't.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 08/01/2019
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  Crew Flies The Wrong Missed Approach Procedure After Missing NOTAMs

  How does a highly experienced crew fly the wrong missed approach procedure? It's a mistake anyone could make.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/18/2019

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  5 Times You Should Use Flaps Besides Normal Takeoffs Or Landings

  Do you know when else flaps come in handy?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 07/13/2019
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  How To Fly Perfect S-Turns, Every Time

  S-Turns are one of three ground-reference maneuvers you'll fly as a student pilot. Here's how to fly them perfectly, every time.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/20/2019
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  5 Ways To Land An Airplane And Why Each Is Unique

  Do you think landing is the toughest part about flying? Here are 5 types of landings you'll fly throughout your training and career.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/20/2019
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  How To Make A Safe Emergency Landing

  When you practice simulated engine failures, how do you pick a landing spot?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/15/2019
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  Understanding The Aerodynamics Of Slow Flight

  Slow flight isn't just for training. You'll fly it briefly every time you take off or land. Here's what you should understand about the aerodynamics.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/08/2019
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  Bad Steep Turns Result From One Of These 7 Mistakes

  Whether it was during initial training or just for knocking the rust off, everyone has flown a bad steep turn. Here are the most common errors pilots make.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 06/01/2019