Posts Tagged ‘Careers in Flight’
Heroes in Flight – Chuck Yeager
Today Charles “Chuck” Elwood Yeager is alive and well at age 97. Chuck Yeager is a former U.S. Air Force officer, flying ace, and record-setting test pilot. In 1947 Yeager became the first pilot in history to exceed the speed of sound in level flight. We’re going to take a look at Yeager’s storied aviation…
Read MoreHow Do Commercial Aircrafts Use Navigation?
Ever wonder how commercial pilots travel thousands of miles so accurately? We’re going to take a look at how commercial aircraft successfully navigate vast distances seamlessly. Commercial aircraft use a number of navigation systems to help guide the aircraft. The systems vary in accuracy, with GPS being the most accurate. But there are a number…
Read MoreBeing a Pilot During the Holidays
As you know airports get a bit busy during the holiday season. And as you can imagine the holiday travel season can be one the most stressful and rewarding times to be a pilot. Families depend on you to get them “home for the holidays,” or to some other long-awaited holiday vacation destination. The on…
Read MoreIs There Really a Pilot Shortage?
You’ve may have read on this blog and across other outlets that there is a global pilot shortage. The reason you keep coming across these articles is because it’s a reality, and especially in business aviation. This is a topic worth revisiting and understanding, especially if you’re thinking about starting a career in aviation. Having…
Read MoreTop 8 Most Scenic Flights in the United States
One of the coolest things about being a pilot is the view. You get to see the earth in truly unique way and get a perspective that captures the magnitude, unlike land travel. Whether you’re flying for fun or as a commercial or private pilot, you’re going to see some amazing scenery. Let’s take a…
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