Jarrod Roberts
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How to Talk to ATC: 6 Tips for Brand New Pilots
Learning how to talk to ATC can be intimidating… …but these 6 tips will guide you in your journey to…
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How to Prepare for Your FAA Checkride & Pass the First Time
Today I’m going to help you prepare for your FAA checkride. After dozens of hours in the plane and dozens…
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ATC Communications Pilots Must Know
In this article, we’re going to help all you new pilots out there who are struggling with ATC communication phrases.…
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What Is CTAF and How Do You Use It? | CTAF vs UNICOM
In this article we’re going to explore the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency, also known as CTAF. Radio communications can be…
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High Wing vs Low Wing: Which is Better?
In this article we’re going to wade into one of the great aviation debates, high wing vs low wing. Many…
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Finding the Best Paper vs. Electronic Logbook
There’s an app for that! It’s true most of the time, even in the cockpit of your aircraft. And true…
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Why This is the Best iPad for Pilots
In this article I’ll help you pick the best aviation iPad for your flying situation. Tablet computers are everywhere these…
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Faro AIR Review – Is This the Best Lightweight Aviation Headset
If you’re tired of literally being weighed down by your aviation headset, you might be drawn to the Faro Air…
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What is the Fastest Jet in the World? Discover 16 Contenders
“I wanna go fast.” Ricky Bobby said it, and most pilots have said it, too. And while NASCAR drivers do…
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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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Performing the Cessna 172 Preflight Checklist
Sometimes called the walk-around, the Cessna 172 preflight checklist is the initial inspection a pilot makes of the aircraft right…
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Bose A20 Review – Is It Worth the Price?
In this article, I’ll help you decide if the Bose A20 aviation headset is right for you. Like a good…
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Types of Pilot Licenses – A Guide for New Pilots
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of pilot licenses available for aspiring pilots. In the US,…
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What Is the Difference Between AIRMETs and SIGMETs?
In this article we’re going to explore the difference between AIRMETs and SIGMETs, and understand the types of sigmets and…
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Learn Airplane Parts & Their Function in Our Essential Guide
The anatomy of an airplane is complex, with each component meticulously designed for safety, efficiency, and performance. In this article…
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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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Understanding V-Speeds | Vx, Vy, Va, Vs, Vfe, and More
How fast can that plane fly? Or, as pilots, we know to ask the more interesting question: How slow can…
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How Much Does a Cessna 172 Cost?
A new Cessna 172 can cost between $450,000 and $600,000 while a used Cessna Skyhawk can range from $50,000 to…
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A TOMATO FLAMES | FLAPS | GRAB CARD D
In this article we’ll cover easy ways to remember an aircraft’s required equipment. When learning to fly, the question often…