Passing the First Stage Check of Part 141 Instrument Rating Course
The Part 141 Instrument Rating course requires a proficiency check after every stage of training. There are a total of three stage checks and a final …
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IR Part 141, Lessons 9 and 10: Improving Proficiency with VOR and GPS
It’s vital for an instrument pilot to be proficient with airplane navigation equipment. We’re continuing with VOR and starting with GPS. All …
Read more →IR Part 141, lessons 7 and 8: Brush Up and Radio Navigation
Lesson 7 is a review of all previous lessons, focusing mainly on airplane control and unusual attitudes. Lesson 8, on the other hand, is completely new and …
Read more →IR Part 141, Lesson 6: Radio Navigation and Maneuvers
Today’s weather is pretty challenging, with occasional wind gusts up to 15 knots. Apart from that, everything is great, and we’re going to fly at …
Read more →Partial Panel Flying: Dealing with Instrument Failures
For every pilot, it’s crucial to deal with any system failure promptly. Recognizing failures and taking corrective action can be vital, especially in bad …
Read more →Choosing the Best Place to Obtain a Pilot License: Considerations about Flight Schools in Europe and the United States
For every professional pilot, the first step is a Private Pilot License (PPL). The second usual step is an Instrument Rating (IR), which allows one to fly in …
Read more →Revisiting Crosswind Landings and Unusual Attitudes Recovery
The airplane I flew today was great, but the weather wasn’t ideal. Crosswinds and gusts of up to 15 knots weren’t something a beginner pilot dreams …
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Flying a 737: My Experience with Instrument Flying
I’m proud to say that I flew a 737! It was so cool that I’m going to tell all my friends about it! Okay, not exactly. It was not a Boeing 737, just …
Read more →My Long-Awaited Return to the Skies: First Flight in Florida
After dealing with all the necessary legalities for studying in the US, I finally have the opportunity to fly again! However, it’s not without its …
Read more →Getting Started with Flight Training in Florida: Medical Exams and Fingerprinting
Getting a US medical examination was my first priority after arriving in the US. Without it, I wouldn’t be able to fly legally. Unfortunately, I …
Read more →Starting Flight Training in the US: My Journey and Plans Ahead
The blog is still alive, and I’m happy to report that I’m still pursuing my flight training. I haven’t made any post in a while, but …
Read more →Chasing My Aviation Dreams: Pursuing an Instrument Rating in the US
It has been a long time since my previous post, but that’s because almost nothing was happening. I have been studying a lot, and it’s really hard to …
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