Jarrod Roberts
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Best Flight Simulator Controls – Yokes, Throttles, & Rudders
Here’s a look at the best flight simulator controls for an at-home simulator. There are others, of course–especially on the…
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7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Flight School
You don’t know what you don’t know, right? Most pilots have a list of things they wish they’d known before…
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10 Best Aviation Movies of All Time
Dreaming of a high-flying, heart-pounding, cloud-surfing aviation movie? There’s a wide variety of movies for aviation enthusiasts. Action/adventure flicks are…
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How High do Planes Fly?
How high an airplane flies varies widely by what type of aircraft it is. Commercial airliners typically cruise at altitudes…
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Jet Speeds Uncovered: How Fast Do Commercial Airplanes Fly?
In this article we’ll answer the common question, how fast do planes fly. The average cruising speed for a long-haul…
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Top 19 Biggest Airplanes in the World
In this article we’ll explore the biggest airplanes in the world. Nothing gets a pilot dreaming like a really big…
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How to Pay for Flight School | Start Now
Navigating the financial landscape of flight training can be challenging so in this article we’ll explore how to pay for…
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What to Expect During Your First Flight Lesson
Flight school is a time of new experiences and tons of stuff to learn. To prepare you, your first flight…
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How Much Does a Cessna Caravan Cost?
The Cessna 208 Caravan first flew in 1982 and was designed as a transport and cargo aircraft. It has a…
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Impossible Turn: Engine Failure on Takeoff
In this article, we’ll take a look at performing the impossible turn when you have an engine failure on takeoff.…
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Air Wisconsin Pilot Salary | Work as an Air Wisconsin Pilot
This article provides an overview of Air Wisconsin pilot pay, offering insights into the financial aspects of a career with…
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Alaska Airlines Pilot Salary | Get a Job as an Alaskan Pilot
In this post I’ll share what it takes to become a pilot at Alaska Airlines. We’ll go over detailed information…
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Envoy Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as an Envoy Air Pilot
Envoy Air is a U.S Regional airline founded in 1984 as American Eagle. It was a collection of regional airlines…
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JetBlue Pilot Salary | How Much Do JetBlue Pilots Make?
Embarking on a career with JetBlue Airways? Understanding the JetBlue pilot salary and pay structure is key. This guide offers…
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5 Aviation Scholarships to Help Pay for Flight School
Who couldn’t use a little help paying for flight school? Thankfully, many organizations worldwide have aviation scholarships to help students…
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Tips for Flying Into Class B Airports for the First Time
The US airspace system is unique because it’s open and free for all aircraft. Even VFR planes are technically allowed…
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11 Aviation Organizations for Pilots
Aviation organizations play a variety of roles in the aviation industry, and you benefit from aviation organizations every time you…
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13 Ways To Impress Your DPE 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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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…