Flight Training

Heard of examining authority but not sure what it is? In this article we’ll go over every detail of this unique FAA approval. Going to a certified Part 141 flight school has a few perks for students. However, not all Part 141 flight schools have the same approvals from the FAA.  Did you know that…

The pitot tube, which is part of the pitot-static system, is one of the main systems that makes those flight instruments work. Here’s a detailed look at the pitot, the static, and the system, including what’s connected to what and why. What Is the Pitot-Static System? The pitot-static system (pronounced “PEE-toe,” named for the 18th-century…

Many new pilots find the concept of airspeed and types of airspeed difficult to grasp. In this article I hope to simplify things for you. Ever wonder how your magical airspeed indicator works? It’s a lot more complicated than the speedometer in your car, that’s for sure!  Here’s a look at the types of airspeed…

In this article I’m going to teach you how to calculate weight and balance quickly and easily. As a flight instructor I’ve taught this skill to many of my students. It’s an absolutely critical part of your pre-flight planning. Learning how to calculate aircraft weight and balance is one of the most fundamental preflight skills…

Transcript from the video: Hey everyone. It’s Liz from Thrust Flight.  Today we’re gonna be discussing the proper technique for the short field landing.  Setting Up for a Short Field Landing Cessna 172 All right Lan so today I’m gonna demonstrate to you the short field landing here in our 172. So we’re on our…

Touch and goes are a fundamental flight training maneuver. The pilot lands and then immediately takes off again. It might look like they’ve suddenly changed their mind, but, in actuality, a touch and go is a planned maneuver. In the cockpit, it’s pretty intense and rigorous. Some pilots even describe it as one of the…

Every phase of an instrument flight has a published route one can follow. They’re called Standard Instrument Departures. To accommodate the number of airplanes in the sky, air traffic controllers need to have an organized system of routes that both they and the pilots know. The pilots carry charts and approach plates, and the controllers…

On April 8, 2024, many parts of America will experience a total solar eclipse—it’s being called the Great North American Eclipse.  While solar eclipses aren’t rare, it is rare to have front-row seats for one. The next total solar eclipse won’t come to the US for another 20 years, and the 2044 eclipse will only…

In this article, we’re going to take a look at all the types of stalls a private pilot should know. For many people learning how to become pilots, stalls are one of their biggest concerns. Stalls are a perfect example of why ground school is actually pretty important. All those hours you spend learning aerodynamics…

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is among the most popular and iconic airplanes for aspiring pilots and seasoned aviators alike.  So inevitably many new pilots find themselves wondering How much does a Cessna cost? In this article I’m going to help breakdown the complete Cessna cost so you know exactly what your getting yourself into. Since…

In this article, we’re going to help all you new pilots out there who are struggling with ATC communication phrases. Learning how to talk to air traffic control is stressful for many new pilots. But with a little practice you’ll get the hang of it and begin to feel comfortable talking to atc. Remembering specific…

One of your first tasks as a new student pilot is to get your first FAA medical exam. The result of the exam—hopefully—is to be issued an FAA medical certificate. Basically, it’s a certificate that says the doctor found you fit to fly.  However, there are several different types of FAA medical certificates. What’s the…