I was recently asked to contribute to the Turbine Edition of AOPA Pilot magazine. My first article: a series of “flights to remember”. Read more →
Category: Aviation
Instructional Techniques: Reinventing the Wheel
The techniques we use to teach instrument flying are sometimes panned as old, inefficient, or boring. I take exception with that viewpoint. Read more →
A Pilot’s Best Friend
A good flight attendant can be one of the most valuable features of a business aircraft, but they don’t always get the respect and recognition they deserve. Read more →
Stupid Pilot Tricks
Stupid pilot tricks come in many shapes and sizes. Here’s one in the shape of Hawker 800 which was captured by at least one enterprising photographer at the recent NBAA convention in Las Vegas. Read more →
NBAA Interview
My last post resulted in a call from NBAA to appear on their podcast for an interview about America’s air traffic control system. Read more →
The Big Lie: ATC Stuck in the 1960s
Proponents of ATC privitization claim that American air traffic control is “stuck in the 1960s”. When the hyperbole and sensationalism are set aside, the facts seem to tell another story. Read more →
Know Thyself
Some pilots are so happy with their flying career while others seem truly miserable — even when they’re both doing the same job. Is the difference simply a matter of perspective? Or is there something else at work here? Read more →
When Things Go Sideways
There aren’t many second chances in life — and there are even fewer in aviation. One error and you’re out of a job! I’ve seen several examples of this recently, and it leaves me wondering if we might be missing out on an opportunity make aviation safer. Read more →
Fuelish Decisions
For the charter/corporate pilot, determining if, when, how much, and where to purchase fuel can be rather complex… and getting it wrong can cost a fortune. Here’s a look at the decision-making process. Read more →
The Longest Day
Over the years, business aircraft have evolved dramatically in terms of their range. That’s wonderful for the passengers, but for the crew it presents some serious safety hazards which must be dealt with. Read more →