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Flight Instruments for the 3D World of Aviation

One of hardest concepts for new pilots to grasp is the three-dimensional world of flight. Unlike cars that move about on one axis, airplanes move about on three. Two very important flight instruments that help a pilot understand how her … Continue reading

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Cross Crountry Solo – Cessna Skyhawk II

The cross country solo is, for the student pilot, another milestone in training.  According to current (2000) FAA Regulations, to be eligible for the Private Pilot Certificate, a student pilot must log at 10 hours solo flight time consisting of … Continue reading

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First Solo Piper Cherokee 180

The first solo is a milestone in a student pilot’s training. It is the first time you will fly alone and, for me, the first time I felt like I had accomplished something in my flight “training.” The plan on … Continue reading

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