Jarrod Roberts
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13 Ways To Impress Your Designated Pilot Examiner On Private Pilot Checkride
Becoming a private pilot is an exciting journey, and the check ride is one of the most critical steps. It’s…
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Common Bad Habits Every Private Pilot Should Unlearn
Many private pilots pick up bad habits during their training that can be hard to break. Watch the video below…
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Fix Your Landings With These 3 Tips
Landing an airplane is one of the most demanding skills in flight training. Many new pilots struggle with certain aspects,…
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Cessna 150 vs 152
Cessna’s 150 and 152 two-seat trainers dominated the flight school lineup for decades. A sizeable portion of the pilot population…
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What Is a Flat Spin? And How to Recover from a Spin
You might admire flat spins at the airshow, but you never want to find yourself in one—outside of perhaps a…
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Best Flight Schools in Houston: Top-Rated Training for Aspiring Pilots
Picking the right flight school is a delicate decision you should not take lightly. In exchange for a lot of…
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5 Non-Airline Pilot Jobs: Exciting Alternatives to the Traditional Career Track
So you want to be a professional pilot but aren’t certain the airlines are right for you? Not everyone likes…
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3 Common Private Pilot Checkride Mistakes
The big day is finally here. After months of preparation, weeks of studying, tens of hours flying, and thousands of…
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6 Tips to Mastering Basic Flight Maneuvers
How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time, of course. For a big part of your flight…
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3 Tips for a Successful First Solo Flight
One day, you’re flying the pattern and feeling pretty good about things. You’re greasing the landings, your flight instructor has…
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7 Best Aviation YouTube Channels for Flight Training
Whether you’re looking for education, entertainment, or inspiration, there are many exceptional aviation YouTube channels. Pilots have been shooting tons…
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7 Aviation Podcasts Every Pilot Should Listen To
In this post I’m sharing some of the aviation podcasts I enjoy on my drive to the airport. Podcasts are…
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6 Best Apps for Pilots | A Guide for Student Pilots
In this article you’ll find the 6 apps every student pilot should have on their tablet or phone. Imagine if…
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Cessna 172 vs 182: Which Would You Choose?
Two of the most practical single-engine aircraft to take off from Witchita are the Cessna 172 and 182. These models,…
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What Is Crew Resource Management?
Crew Resource Management, commonly referred to as CRM, is a human factors concept pilots use to ensure that they use…
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Can You Become an Airline Pilot If You Have Asthma?
One of the common questions we hear from potential students is, can I become an airline pilot if I have…
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Can You Become an Airline Pilot If You Have ADHD?
Over the years we’ve had many prospective students ask us if they can become airline pilots if they have ADHD.…
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5 Tips For Your Multi-Engine Checkride
There’s no experience quite as cool as flying a twin-engine plane. There’s something about it—sure, it’s faster and sleeker than…
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Cessna 172 Emergency Checklist | Model R, S, and SP
In aviation, the unexpected can happen at any time. Being prepared for emergencies can be the difference between a safe…
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What is Examining Authority?
Heard of examining authority but not sure what it is? In this article we’ll go over every detail of this…