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Simple Tips to Boost Your Situational Awareness as a Pilot
Situational awareness is crucial for every pilot. Staying alert and understanding the environment around you can make all the difference...
8 min read


How to Become a Pilot
This guide will walk you through the key aspects of becoming a pilot, including necessary training, certifications, and tips to succeed...
6 min read


Decoding and Understanding METARs
Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) gives an update on the current weather at a specific airport. For student pilots or rusty pilots...
6 min read


Top Recommended Aviation Headsets for Pilots
Choosing the right aviation headset is crucial for every pilot. The best headsets not only enhance communication but also provide comfort...
5 min read


5 Reasons Why Students Quit Flight Training
Flight training can be an exciting journey toward becoming a pilot, but many students find themselves quitting before reaching their dreams.
4 min read


Camping Under the Wing: A Unique Adventure Awaits
Camp under the wing and connect with nature like never before. Learn essential gear, safety tips, and ideal spots.
4 min read


Avoid These 6 Preflight Mistakes
Flying can be an exciting experience, but safety should always come first. Are you sure you're fully prepared before taking off...
3 min read


Rarely Noticed VFR Chart Symbols
Have you ever set down and looked at a VFR sectional even a terminal area chart (TAC)? Of course you have. But, have you set down and...
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CHOOSING THE BEST CROSS-COUNTRY VFR CHECKPOINT's
Are you a student pilot or a seasoned pilot, but don't get to fly as often? and you are having a hard time trying to pick good VFR...
3 min read


NON-Pilot Passenger Briefing
Let’s set a couple of rules before we go flying. 1. Get in and shut the Hell Up! 2. Sorry we don’t have inflight services. 3. Just...
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Losing Pressure
October 5, 2022 Words by David Smith (CEO) This story happened a few years ago. PA-28 Piper Arrow It was the day before Thanksgiving, I...
4 min read


The Dangers of Aircraft Icing
Photo By: Shelby V. Icing is one of the most dangerous things in aviation, it causes an increase in drag and weight, while decreasing...
6 min read


The Five Types of Fog
Fog is another type of cloud that is on or near the surface. It can be difficult for pilots by causing icing or IFR conditions. Fog is...
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How to Decode PIREPs and AIREPs
What is a PIREP?
PIREPs, also know as pilot reports are one of the most forgotten basic weather observations around.
2 min read


Zulu Time
In the aviation world use and refer to time as Zulu time, which is actually Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) in the non-aviation world. GMT is...
2 min read


Comfort is Essential for Aviators
November 16, 2021 Words by Red Horse Aviation Comfort is a must for every aviator, especially those of us that fly in General Aviation...
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A Flight to Remember
October 21, 2021 Words by Red Horse Aviation This flight actually took place a couple of months ago. I had planned a day to fly out to...
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Let's Meet Grayson Barrow and His Passion For Aviation
September 28, 2021 Words by Grayson Barrow Let's take a minute and meet with Grayson Barrow. Grayson Barrows with Sarah Brazel of Thomet...
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