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Nov 27, 2020
How this METAR could spell trouble
Light winds, clear skies and high pressure. What could possibly go wrong?
Jul 18, 2020
Six tips to help student pilots with their training
If you want to be good at anything, it is a good idea to immerse yourself in it completely. Read about it, watch videos...
Jul 12, 2020
Top tips for flying and operating the Flight Design CT.
The Flight Design CT is a wonderful aircraft which has proven itself as the best seller in the LSA market for many years. I love it for...
Apr 16, 2020
Five Rules-of-Thumb every pilot must know
There are many rules-of-thumb that can assist pilots. Here we have selected five important rules that you should know.
Apr 2, 2020
Don't let the go-around go wrong!
It is vital that you are able to perform a go-around safely and are familiar with the aircraft's handling characteristics during this phase.
Nov 8, 2019
The Art of Trimming
It is a common mistake to adjust the trim before the attitude and power have been correctly set. Using the trim in place of the elevator...
Aug 2, 2019
Tips for exam preparation
Nail the theoretical knowledge exams first time with our top tips for student pilots.
Jun 3, 2019
Top Apps for Pilots in 2019
In 2017 we looked at some of the top apps available to pilots in the UK and Europe. Since then, there have been plenty of releases and...
Apr 16, 2019
Eight tips for improving your landings
Learning to land an aeroplane is tough and requires a lot of practice. It's usually the case that you can master the circuit in a...
Jan 22, 2018
8 Must have apps for light aircraft pilots
With the advent of tablets and smart phones, more and more light aircraft pilots are using apps to navigate, calculate, brief and even...
Nov 30, 2017
How windy is too windy? Part II
My previous blog post around a video of a Jabiru flying in strong winds caught a lot of attention on facebook and there was a lot of...
Oct 29, 2017
Seven tips for handling a forced landing without power.
A sudden loss of power in flight can be a daunting experience and a successful forced landing is not guaranteed. Practicing engine...
Oct 11, 2017
Top ten tips for flying and operating the Ikarus C42.
The Ikarus C42 is a great training aeroplane. It is relatively easy to fly and has few vices. It is forgiving and is a comfortable...
May 27, 2017
10 Tips for the PPL Written Exams.
The written tests for the Private Pilot's Licence can seem daunting. You will no doubt be worried about how they look and whether you are...
Apr 17, 2017
Soft-field Landings
Spring is here, which means if you're planning to touch down on a grass or dirt strip soon, it's time to brush up on your soft-field...
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