Briefing—November 2024
Swift Gets 100R STC Swift Fuels’ 100R unleaded aviation fuel has received an STC for use in Cessna 172 R and S fuel injected models....
Sims: Why So Much Focus
These are incredibly useful tools that enhance our flying, making it safer while giving us more capabilities.
On the Air – October 2024
I was flying IFR north of Toronto a year or so ago on a VFR day and talking on Center frequency when I heard...
Weather Mistakes to Avoid
Here are some common pitfalls and mistakes made when looking at aviation weather. Avoid them for a safer flight.
Take the Tradeoffs
Defining good weather, enough for a visual approach, can be tricky. Use that instrument procedure as a backup, but be sure to adjust for those ever-changing conditions.
BasicMed Changes
BasicMed was a big win for GA, but it wasn’t perfect. Gradually, some of those shortcomings are being addressed. Here’s the latest.
IFR Quiz—October 2024
Fatigue management is each pilot’s responsibility. Only you can decide how much rest you need and the best way to get it.
Is Your Data Dated?
As the saying goes, there’s nothing older than yesterday’s newspaper. The same could be said for yesterday’s navigation data, right?
Telluride
A popular winter ski destination with summer activities to please nearly any outdoor enthusiast, Telluride is a popular destination, but the airport can be “interesting.”
ATIS vs. AWOS vs. ASOS
Pilots always listen to the ATIS, right? And how does ATC get that information it records for the ATIS. And while we’re at it, how do AWOS and ASOS differ?
Readback—October 2024
Can You Get There? Here’s the basic question: If no arrival from your inbound direction is published for your destination airport but one is published...
Briefing—October 2024
California Lead Ban Passed The California legislature passed a bill banning leaded aviation fuel by 2031. After passage by the State House 59-11, the Senate...