Liz Brassaw
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10 Best Flashlights for Pilots (And Headlamps Too)
In this post, I’ll share some of the best flashlights for pilots. A good quality flashlight is a flight bag essential.…
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Category, Class, and Type of Aircraft: What Pilots Must Know
When I first started my flight training I found it difficult to remember the difference between category, class, and type…
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Help Flight Students Overcome Learning Plateaus
Flight instructors know that learning plateaus are a natural part of learning a new skill. It’s happened to all of…
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The Best Flight Bags for Pilots | Pick the Perfect Bag
In this post I’m going to help you sort through the many flight bags for pilots and pick the perfect…
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The Difference Between VFR vs IFR
When you first start flying, one of the most challenging concepts to pin down is the difference between IFR vs…
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4 Best Handheld Aviation Radios | The Best Radios for Pilots
In this post, we’ll take a look at the best handheld aviation radios and showcase two of the most popular…
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American Airlines Pilot Salary – Discover Just How Much They Earn
Curious about an America Airlines pilot salary? In my experience, one of the first questions future pilots look at when…
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How to Chair Fly
In this article I’m going to teach you how to chair fly. As a CFI, I’ve walked many students through…
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Flight Training: Part 61 vs 141
As a new pilot there are two methods of flight training you can pursue; Part 141 and Part 61. There are pros…
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Ailerons – What are They, and How do They Work?
Ailerons are one of the main controls you use to fly the plane, so it’s important to understand how ailerons…
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Do You Have to Renew Your Private Pilot License
There are many cases where individuals get their Private Pilot License (PPL), stop flying for a while, and then go…
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How to Manage Stress During Flight Training
The I’M SAFE checklist is one of the first introductions to human factors that student pilots receive. It helps pilots…
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A Guide to IFR Flight Planning
In this article, we’ll dive into how to properly plan an IFR flight. Do you remember when you learned to…
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What is a Squawk in Aviation?
What says “squawk” and flies in the sky? Is it a parrot, a Cessna, or a 787? Or all three?…
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40+ Best Gifts for Pilots
In this article I’m going to share some of the best gifts for pilots I can find (and some I’ve…
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How Hard is it To Become a Pilot?
Becoming a pilot is a dream for many, but it’s not an easy path. It takes dedication, hard work, and…
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Delta Pilot Salary – Discover How Much You Could Earn
When it comes to Delta Air Lines pilot salary, the amount varies based on the pilot’s position and experience. A…