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A Checklist for Pilots: How Pilots Assess Their Health Before They Fly

Before flying, pilots must undergo thorough preflight planning procedures. This includes tasks such as ensuring that their aircraft is prepared to fly, whether that be checking the fuel reserves or the plane’s maintenance history, verifying their flight path with Air Traffic Control, and weather conditions....

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Newsletter Quarter 4 Highlight: Meet Omar Algazar!

Meet Omar Algazar, his eyes were always drawn to the sky. He was captivated by flight, and each time an aircraft flew ahead he looked upwards. Growing up he shared the same passion with his father, who had aspirations of joining the Air Force. His...

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Blog Hazardous Attitudes Pilots Should Look Out For

Aeronautical decision making (ADM) is defined as the process by which pilots determine what actions are best suited to their specific circumstances based on their current situation. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a pilot’s attitude tends to influence their decision making, and there...

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Blog 5 Common FAR Violations

Being a pilot requires more knowledge than simply “knowing how to fly.” Knowing what not to do is a crucial aspect of flying that pilots must be cognizant of, and it is equally important to understand the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) flight rules as it...

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2024
Newsletter Why A Cessna 172 is Great for Flight Training

Picture soaring in the skies, hands on the yoke of aviation’s most trusted flight training aircraft – the Cessna 172 Skyhawk. Noted as the most successful aircraft in the history of general aviation, it has contributed to turning numerous aviation dreams into reality. This newsletter...

Blog ADS-B: What’s the Big Deal?

In an industry that is endlessly evolving like aviation, it is imperative that technology within aircraft remain up to date, too. Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) is an innovative system that was developed to reshape the way aircraft are tracked and monitored, enhancing safety and efficiency...

Blog How Do Pilots Navigate?

Knowing how to navigate is an essential part of flying. A pilot can understand the logistics behind flying a plane, such as when to check the airspeed indicator or how to land, but if they do not know how to get from Point A to...

Newsletter PEA Featured on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan

For 18 years, Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan has been inspiring audiences across the world. The team behind the show believes that education can empower all of us. It leads to new connections, innovations, and conversations that can transform lives. Empowered’s experienced development and creative...

Blog Basic Private Pilot Knowledge Everyone Should Know

Flying an aircraft is an experience that captures the imagination of many, and understanding some fundamental concepts of aviation is essential for all aspiring pilots. Let’s delve into the fundamentals of flight, exploring aircraft categories, the intricacies of airplane structure, the four forces of flight,...

Blog Traits of a Successful Commercial Pilot

Successful commercial pilots possess a high level of technical skills, such as understanding how an aircraft works and how to operate it. Flying also requires exceptional cognitive skills like being able to think quickly and being able to learn and retain information. Theoretically, a pilot...