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How to Become an Airline Pilot
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Jet Speeds Uncovered: How Fast Do Commerical Airplanes Fly?
In this article we’ll discuss how fast commercial airplanes fly. There are a lot of…
The Best GoPro Mounts for Airplanes — A Guide to Filming Your Flights
In this guide I’ll share exactly what you need to use to record videos in…
Thrust Flight® Takes Delivery of New Aircraft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 26, 2023 ADDISON, Texas – Thrust Flight® is excited to announce…
Thrust Flight Announces New Partnership with Spirit Airlines
For Immediate Release: June 22, 2023 Addison, TX: Thrust Flight announces a partnership with Spirit…
Age Requirement for Private Pilot’s License – Can You Get One?
So, you’re thinking about getting your private pilot’s license, but are not sure if you…
How to Become an Airline Pilot
In this article you’ll learn every step you need to take to become an airline…
How Much Does a Cessna 172 Skyhawk Cost: An in Depth Look
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is among the most popular and iconic airplanes for aspiring pilots…
Venturing Out: Planning a Longer Cross Country Flight
For a private or higher certificated pilot, the ability to fly when and where you…
Rudder: What is it, and How Does it Work?
“More right rudder!” Who among us hasn’t heard those words, the favorite phrase of flight…
Flaps – What are They, and How Do They Work?
Anyone who has flown on an airliner and looked out over the wing during flight…
What are the Best Flight Simulator Controls – Yokes, Throttles, and Rudder Pedals
Here’s a look at the best flight simulator controls for an at-home simulator. There are…
Elevator: What Is It and How Does It Work?
The elevator is arguably the most important of the three primary flight controls. It is,…
Do Pilots Get Drug Tested?
As with most safety-related jobs, professional pilots get drug tested for employment. Airline and charter…
How to Set Up a Flight Simulator at Home
Your home simulator setup can be as simple or as complex as you want. For…
How to Replace Your Lost or Stolen Private Pilot’s License
Misplaced your Private Pilot’s License and don’t know where to start when it comes to…
Rising Aviation Partnership
Addison, TX – Thrust Flight, a leading provider of innovative aviation training programs, is proud…
Airline Pilot’s Schedule: What You Can Expect
We get asked this question all the time. What is an airline pilot’s schedule like?…
Can Airline Pilots Have Beards and Tattoos?
A simple question with no simple answer. Matters of grooming and style are oven interwoven…
How to Perform a Short Field Landing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHc_OByZM8o Transcript from the video: Hey everyone. It’s Liz from Thrust Flight. Today we’re gonna…
JetBlue Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as a Pilot for JetBlue
In this post I’ll share how to become a pilot for JetBlue and how much…
All the Stalls a Private Pilot Needs to Know
In this article, we’re going to take a look at all the stalls a private…
Mesa Airlines Pilot Salary | How to get a job as a Mesa Pilot
Learn what it takes to become a pilot at Mesa Airlines in this article. About…
Alaska Airlines Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as a Pilot at Alaska Airlines
In this post I’ll share what it takes to become a pilot at Alaska Airlines….
Discover a Delta Air Lines Pilot Salary (And How to get a Job There)
Delta Air Lines is a global commercial airline. Nearly 200 million passengers fly to over…
Allegiant Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as a Pilot at Allegiant Air
In this article learn about becoming a pilot at Allegiant Air and how much you…
UPS Pilot Salary – How to Get a Job as a UPS Pilot
UPS is a U.S Cargo airline that was founded in 1988, in Louisville, KY. Currently,…
PSA Airlines Pilot Salary | How to Get a Job as a PSA Airlines Pilot
PSA Airlines was founded as Vee Neal Airlines in 1980; they now operate on behalf…
What is an ATP Certificate?
The ATP, or Airline Transport Pilot, certificate is the highest pilot license level issued by…
Thrust Flight Orders an Additional 22 Piper Aircraft for 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 16, 2023 Addison, TX: The Thrust Flight Group, a leading flight…
10 Trailblazing Female Pilots To Know For Women Of Aviation Week
Women Of Aviation Week is from March 6th through the 12th of this year. The…
How To Get an FCC License
In aviation, we spend a lot of time discussing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and…
Discover an Envoy Pilot Salary (and 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…
What Are the Best Flight Simulators? Microsoft Flight Simulator vs. X-Plane
Flight simulators can be great aids to help you with flight training. No matter what…
Uncover an Air Wisconsin Pilot Salary (and How to Get a Job as an Air Wisconsin Pilot)
Air Wisconsin is a U.S regional airline that was originally founded in 1965 as its…
Using Flight Simulators During Flight Training – Is it a Good Idea?
Flight simulators have been popular personal computer games since Microsoft released Version 1.0 of Flight…
Thrust Flight Receives FAA Approval for Accelerated Commercial Course
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 21, 2022 Addison, TX: Thrust Flight®, a professional flight academy based…
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