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How to Beat Motion Sickness during Flight Training
Motion sickness, often called airsickness in aviation, happens when a person feels disoriented while flying. This condition arises because..
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The Power of Repetition: How to Make Information Stick
Repetition helps train your brain to recognize and remember important details, making them easier to recall when needed. In this article...
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Overcoming Fear: 8 Strategies for Student Pilots to Boost Confidence
Flying can be both exciting and scary, especially for student pilots. Fear often creeps in, making it hard to focus and enjoy the experience
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Is the FAA Knowledge Test Difficult?
Are you wondering if the FAA Knowledge Test is difficult? Many aspiring pilots share the same concern. By the end, you'll have a clearer...
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5 Smart Ways to Pay for Flight Training
Flight training can be costly, and finding ways to pay for it can really help. Today, the average price for flight training ranges from $8,0
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How to Become a Pilot
This guide will walk you through the key aspects of becoming a pilot, including necessary training, certifications, and tips to succeed...
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Decoding and Understanding METARs
Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) gives an update on the current weather at a specific airport. For student pilots or rusty pilots...
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Scheduling Your FAA Knowledge Test: Step by Step
Scheduling your FAA knowledge test (commonly referred to as the written test) can feel daunting, particularly for new student pilots...
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How to Obtain an FAA Medical Certificate
A FAA Medical Certificate is essential for pilots and air traffic controllers, as it verifies that individuals meet the necessary health...
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Flight Safety in Frosty Conditions: What Every Pilot Should Know
If you notice frost on your aircraft before an early flight, you might wonder whether it's safe to take off with just a little bit of frost.
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5 Reasons Why Students Quit Flight Training
Flight training can be an exciting journey toward becoming a pilot, but many students find themselves quitting before reaching their dreams.
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What is a Squall Line?
Have you ever heard the term "squall line" and wondered what exactly it means? Weather jargon can be confusing, but understanding what a...
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Difference between a CTAF and UNICOM
CTAF and UNICOM frequencies are misunderstood by pilots. In this article we will break each one down an explain the differences. What is...
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How to Decode PIREPs and AIREPs
What is a PIREP?
PIREPs, also know as pilot reports are one of the most forgotten basic weather observations around.
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