What books should every pilot have on their bookshelf? There is an endless number of resources for pilots. It's hard to know where to turn when you first start flying which ones are the … [Read more...]
When Are Pilots Required to Wear Seat Belts?
When do pilots need to wear seat belts and shoulder harnesses? Do PICs always have to brief passengers? The seat belt rules are pretty straight forward and leave little room for interpretation. The … [Read more...]
The Differences Between Jeppesen and FAA charts
Most pilots start out with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) charts, but at some point in their career, they have to make the switch to Jeppesen plates. The transition between the two charts … [Read more...]
What are standard takeoff minimums?
This is such a complicated question. Standard takeoff minimums depend on a multitude of factors such as what FAA Part you're operating under, the standard instrument departure, and the airport's … [Read more...]
What is the Difference Between a Category, Class and Type of Aircraft?
It is hard to figure the difference between a category, type, and class of aircraft when pilots first start out. Part of the problem for pilots is often these definitions don't apply to them … [Read more...]