Valerie Smith

Airline Pilot’s Schedule: What You Can Expect

We get asked this question all the time. What is an airline pilot’s schedule like? In this article, we’ll help…

July 4, 2024
Holding Patterns – What They are and How to Fly Them

The term “holding pattern” is probably the aviation term most often borrowed by non-aviators – the phrase is even included…

August 1, 2023
Student Pilot’s Guide to Cross Country Planning

Accomplishing your private pilot certificate is an adventure no matter the category and class you’re exploring. Unless you’re learning in…

July 27, 2023
Venturing Out: Planning a Longer Cross Country Flight

For a private or higher certificated pilot, the ability to fly when and where you want is a major asset…

May 10, 2023

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