Formation flying is not something you want to do on a whim. Doing it properly requires planning and proper procedures.

I couldn’t agree more with Jim Wolper in his excellent November 2024 article, “Using The Rudder,” that without some kind of yaw indicator, we can’t trust the seat of our pants. I take that literally. As...

It won’t be long before grandkids will be hopping into our laps, begging us to tell them again about how we used to fly piston-powered airplanes by hand.

After a hiatus from the left seat, how can you get back into your groove? Flying something that’s not typical for you might help. 

Hypoxia can be a threat even at so-called non-oxygen altitudes. Mitigations include diligent preflights and monitoring.

Cockpit resource management isn’t limited to crews. Planning and situational awareness are key for single pilots. 

Passenger Safety Briefings Of all the aviation magazines I subscribe to, I appreciate yours the most. “Experience is one of the cheapest things you can buy if you’re fortunate enough to get it second-hand.” Or,...