Flying
Dec 11, 2024
Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: The Aviation Phonetic Alphabet
Have you ever wondered why pilots say "Alpha" rather than "A" or "Zulu" rather than "Z"? The aviation phonetic alphabet is a vital tool designed to ensure clear unambiguous communication, even in the noisiest and most stressful situations.
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Mar 14, 2024
What Pilot headset jacks Are Used in Boeing 737?
Most 737 aircraft in the US use standard dual plug (PJ-style) also called GA twin plugs. These plugs feature two separate pins – one for audio output (headphones) and the other for input (microphone).
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May 31, 2023
The Essential Guide to Aviation Headset Plugs and Adapter Options
Choosing the Right Plug: A pilot's guide to aircraft plugs and the adapter options for switching between plug and aircraft types. Headset plug adapters ensure pilots can use their preferred headset across different aircraft.
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Apr 30, 2023
Aviation Weather: AWOS, ASOS and ATIS. What's the difference?
Spring and summer offers amazing flying weather. While we all love clear skies and calm weather, we know that mother nature can be unpredictable at times.
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Feb 23, 2023
What is a flight plan? Should you file a flight Plan for you next flight?
Filing a flight plan is essential for ensuring the safety of the aircraft, its occupants, and other airspace users.
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Nov 30, 2022
Should you request VFR flight following on your next flight?
VFR flight following is a real-time radar traffic monitoring service provided by ATC. It is like having a another set of eyes in the sky looking out for you as you fly.
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May 31, 2022
Currency requirements for private pilots
Private pilots are generally ambitious people. They are the go-getter types with busy lives, careers, kids, and side hustles or businesses that they operate so sometimes it can be hard to get out to the airport on a regular basis to stay current.
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Feb 2, 2022
How to become a Pilot
You want to become a pilot. You have dreamt about it since you were a kid and now it's time. Maybe you were inspired by your first airplane ride, maybe it was your very first visit to an airport, or maybe you saw an aerobatic performance at an air show.
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