Flight School & Pilot Training Resources

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10 Reasons to do Flight Training in San Diego

San Diego: A Pilot's Paradise For aviation enthusiasts, San Diego offers a captivating backdrop against which to learn...

How to Ace Your Private Pilot Checkride

A Comprehensive Guide to Preparing for your First Checkride Overview: The private pilot checkride is a pivotal moment...

VR&E Flight School & Voc Rec Pilot Training

Learn how Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) can be a transformative benefit for service members who want to...

Become a Commercial Pilot by watching Youtube Videos

No, but YouTube can make you a better pilot! With something as complex and safety-critical as flying a commercial...

Airplane Flying Handbook Aviation Glossary

This is an HTML conversion of the official Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3A) Glossary as published by the FAA....

Does The GI Bill Pay For Part 61 Flight Training?

The GI Bill®, a program initiated by the United States government after World War II, has provided countless veterans a...

How to Become a Private Pilot - Step By Step

You can become a private pilot! Getting a private pilot license (PPL) is fun and accessible to most people. It involves...

Reading List for Future Pilots

Academic studying is a crucial component of flight training, as it equips aspiring pilots with the theoretical...

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting Flight School...

Flight training is a complex and demanding process that requires a combination of physical and mental skills. It can be...

Five myths about logging right seat time in a single pilot aircraft

Myth: Logging right seat time in a single pilot aircraft is not valid or does not count towards flight experience....

SkillBridge: How any veteran can become an airline pilot

Veterans know firsthand the challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life. The Skillbridge...

Three ways to time build to ATP minimums

The FAA requires various minimum hour requirements for certificates. How can you build time? Flight Training: The most...