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    Question on GPS and LNAV/VNAV Approaches

    During a practice IFR test, I got the following question: While flying a GPS approach, you see the GPS display an LNAV/VNAV annunciation. What action should you take? The correct answer, apparently, is that the LNAV/VNAV annunciation indicates that both lateral and vertical guidance have failed...
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    For Sale Introducing Central Florida Aircraft Brokers, LLC - Buy or Sell your Plane NOW!!!

    Introducing Central Florida Aircraft Brokers, LLC. - Your full service, single source for aircraft buying, selling, and training. Servicing all of Florida and surrounding states. What's missing from traditional brokers is the training aspect. Safety of flight and most insurance companies...
  3. Juliet Hotel

    172/Dutchess Near Miss

    This popped up in my FB feed. Its old but its the first time I've seen it. I did some searching but I didn't find a thread on it here.
  4. Amsirahc

    Long Road to Solo

    Hey everyone, it's been a bit since I've posted anything on here and I wanted to share how things are going. Back when I started flight training, I applied for a 3rd class medical at about 7 hours of flight time. My instructor was ready to solo me then, and I was to the point where I knew this...
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    Pipistrel - Type-Certified Electric

    https://www.pipistrel-aircraft.com/aircraft/electric-flight/velis-electro-easa-tc/ Good on them for getting one into the air. Training is the right use case (for now).
  6. Utah-Jay

    My Taildragger Training as well as primary training

    I was 7.3 hours into my training all in a Archer to this point and today was the transition to taildragger. It was AWESOME! Got 2.1 logged in the Rans S-20 with 5 full stop landings. Each got progressively better and the last one was really nice on the “home strip” (24 feet wide) which is UT9...
  7. PhoenixFab

    Just getting started, Would you be so kind to give me some input on a career path?

    Hi All! I hope you are all having a nice day! I have been in love with planes and helicopters my entire life. I am 31, wife and kids, with a career I would have stayed in longer if not for the slow demise of the industry I am starting to see unfold. For the past 5 years I have been trying to...
  8. PaulR035

    Flight following frequency?

    Is there a convenient way to use Foreflight to identify the correct ARTCC frequency for picking up VFR flight following when away from a metropolitan area with approach control? I did all my flight training at a class D airport within a class C area, so I always picked up FF from the approach...
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    177 vs 182 For cargo

    Evening, i'm a pilot in training and i'm also looking for a working airplane for short cargo hauls in the Caribbean. Less than 100 nautical mile legs. I'm searching for an airplane that I can both finish my training in and use after the fact. Considering renting or buying for flight training...
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    Possible 3rd-class Medical Certificate disqualification due to old diagnosis

    Good afternoon! I'm obviously new here so I kind of wanted to introduce myself first. My name is Josh! :) I'm currently 27 and I've been interested in flying my entire life, but only recently have I been able to get to pursue it! I've flown a couple of times before on trips. Actually got to fly...
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    Can you use a 529 for flight training (PPL)

    Hi! I am 16 years old and trying to pay for flight lessons. I have a job but it does not pay enough to keep up with consistent training. I have a 529 plan and I am wondering if that can be used for flight training at a part 61/141 school? Has anyone ever heard of using it? I would appreciate any...
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    If you plan to fly a Cirrus should you train in a Cirrus?

    Hello !!! First post here. I would like to introduce my self and ask the question in the subject. I am in my forties, I live in the northeast and I decided now is the time to complete a dream of mine and learn to fly. After PPL, my plan is to take the family for trips around the area...
  13. Alani

    Starting with Multi-Engine?

    Hello, I'm turning 40 this year, and I have decided to pursue my passion for flying that I've put off for so many years. I'm considering diving straight into multi-engine training. I wanted some input. I would like to fly trans atlantic in 2 - 3 years after completing my training. Any input /...
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    NJ Flight Training

    Hi Everyone, I have been dreaming of getting my PPL and I think the time to start pursuing it will open up sometime this year. For some background, I live in Northern NJ and have a good full time job and the money saved up to pursue my license. I would only be pursuing this as a hobby and...
  15. Reediculous

    For Sale RedBird TD2 Fight Simulator for Sale

    I’m selling a RedBird TD2 flight simulator (6 pack steam gauge version). The simulator includes a table, Saitek rudder pedals, a keyboard and manuals. It has been excellent for practicing procedures (in VFR and IFR conditions) and has greatly improved my confidence when I’m flying a real...
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    ScholarShips for High School Pilot

    1. Is there in scholarships that I can apply for to pay for flight training or college itself? 2. Is there a better route for my education/flight training?
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    TIME BUILDING CPL

    hey pilots , im training and building time trough my CPL and while holding a 2nd job its still not easy paying for our expensive hobby .. so my question to you is , how did you managed to go trough this stage of trainings and what are you ides to lower the expenses ? do you know any flight...
  18. jssmith.lh

    For Sale: Aircraft 1974 Grumman AA5 Traveler

    5050 Total Time - Still Flying So Times Will Change 97 SMOH – High Compression Pistons Annual Due April 2020 Pitot Static Due October 2020 Transponder (IFR) Due March 2021 855 Pound Useful load 38 Gallon Tanks – Both Resealed By Fletchair Within Last 4 Years Garmin GPS 400...
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    Best Possible Training

    Hello, I’m interested in taking my flight training to the absolute maximum. I also have no intention to work as a pilot. I’m wondering what is the community’s recommendation to the best possible flying education. Nothing can replace experience I know, But may as well start with the best possible...
  20. clamshack

    PPL and Western NC Weather

    The best time of day for me is after work which is 17:00-19:00. We always seem to have bad weather. I have flown about 2 out of my last 10 scheduled classes. It's been very frustrating. We're at 2200 MSL, so I guess I should have figured out the weather patterns beforehand :-). At 2.5 hrs...
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