5 Best Degrees for Becoming a Pilot
Before we dive into this topic it’s important to know that the FAA does not require you to have an accredited degree to become a pilot. The FAA does require, however, that you complete two months of ground training and log at least 1500 hours in the air before you can receive a commercial pilot’s…
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Pilot License Facts
Are thinking about getting your pilot’s license? Whether you’re considering pursuing a career as a commercial pilot or just want to fly for recreation both paths have the same starting point for the most part. In this article, we’ll cover the basic information you should be aware of if you’re considering getting your pilot’s license.…
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10 Things Aspiring Pilots Should Study
Are you thinking about or waiting to start flight training, but want to get a head start? There are plenty of things you can start working on today before you step foot in an airplane for the first time. In this article, we’ll look at 10 things you can start getting familiar with that you…
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Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Start Flying
Fall is the time when schools start the new year in many places across the country. If you’ve been thinking about flight school, there’s no better time to get started than in the fall. In this article, we’ll look at why fall is the perfect time to get started on your career in aviation. Thinner…
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Introduction to Flight Controls
Pilots use flight control systems to control the forces of flight and the aircraft’s direction and altitude. Flight control systems and characteristics can vary greatly depending on the type of aircraft you’re flying. The most basic flight control system designs are mechanical and date back to the earliest aircraft. Flight control systems are subdivided into…
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Things to do in Memphis Fall 2020
A lot of people think that there’s nothing to do in Memphis this Fall because of COVID-19. The good news is that’s not true. Local event organizers are still hosting some traditional fall Memphis events this Autumn. Many will be outdoors and socially-distanced and having limited capacity, but there will still be events for people…
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Things to do in Fort Lauderdale Fall 2020
A lot of people are wondering what they can do in Fort Lauderdale this Fall in the middle of COVID-19. The good thing about Fort Lauderdale is the weather and ability to do things outdoors and maintain social distancing while soaking up some natural vitamin D. In this article we’ll look at some things you…
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How Long Does it Take to Become a Pilot?
Becoming a pilot doesn’t happen overnight, but it might not take as long as you think either. There are very defined steps to getting your pilot’s license. So, how long does it take to become a pilot? The amount of time it takes to learn to fly depends on what kind of pilot’s license you’re…
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Heroes in Flight: Albert Scott Crossfield
Albert Scott Crossfield was an American naval officer and test pilot. In 1953, he became the first pilot to fly at twice the speed of sound. He was the first of twelve pilots who flew the North American X-15, an experimental spaceplane operated by NASA. The Early Years In 1950, at age 29, Crossfield joined…
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