Thrust Flight Blog

In this post I’m sharing some of the aviation podcasts I enjoy on my drive…

As a lifelong aviation enthusiast and now airline pilot I’ve read many books for pilots….

In this post, I’m going to share 7 private pilot books that will help you…

In this article you’ll find the 6 apps every student pilot should have on their…

Landing an airplane is one of the most demanding skills in flight training. Many new…

If you’re shopping for a really nice headset, chances are you’ve narrowed your choices down…

I’ve heard the question many times, do you need a degree to become a pilot?…

Here’s a look at the best flight simulator controls for an at-home simulator. There are…

In this post I’m going to share with you some fun gift ideas for your…

You don’t know what you don’t know, right?  Most pilots have a list of things…

Dreaming of a high-flying, heart-pounding, cloud-surfing aviation movie? There’s a wide variety of movies for…

Today I’m going to share with you how long it takes to become an airline…

In this article, you’ll learn the basics of airspace classes. This airspace study guide will…

How high an airplane flies varies widely by what type of aircraft it is. Commercial…

In this article we’ll answer the common question, how fast do planes fly. The average…

In this article we’ll explore the biggest airplanes in the world. Nothing gets a pilot…

Navigating the financial landscape of flight training can be challenging so in this article we’ll…

Flight school is a time of new experiences and tons of stuff to learn. To…

A discovery flight is commonly offered to allow non-flyers and prospective students to get a…

The Cessna 208 Caravan first flew in 1982 and was designed as a transport and…

In this article, we’ll take a look at performing the impossible turn when you have…

There’s a secret among flight instructors that you might not know. This job is hard….

As a job, flight instruction straddles a fuzzy zone between professional pilot and professor. You…

This article provides an overview of Air Wisconsin pilot pay, offering insights into the financial…

Navigating the career path of a pilot involves understanding the various factors that influence compensation,…

In this post I’ll share what it takes to become a pilot at Alaska Airlines….

Envoy Air is a U.S Regional airline founded in 1984 as American Eagle. It was…

Considering a career as a pilot for Mesa Airlines? In this article we’ll explore what…

Embarking on a career with JetBlue Airways? Understanding the JetBlue pilot salary and pay structure…

Breeze is a low-cost carrier based in Utah. Founded in 2018 as Moxy Airways, the…

In this article we’ll cover the basics of Allegiant pilot salaries, the steps to becoming…

Who couldn’t use a little help paying for flight school? Thankfully, many organizations worldwide have…

The US airspace system is unique because it’s open and free for all aircraft. Even…

In this article I’m going to teach you how to calculate weight and balance quickly…

Aviation organizations play a variety of roles in the aviation industry, and you benefit from…

Becoming a private pilot is an exciting journey, and the check ride is one of…