The Liberty XL2 is a great trainer whether you’re working on your private pilots license or your instrument rating. It’s 500nm range makes it great for all sorts of flying after you’ve passed your checkride. A very technologically advanced but economical aircraft that’s fun to fly.
A complete and very in-depth look at the Comm1 VFR radio simulator. This tool is designed to teach and reinforce your radio communications skills while flying under VFR conditions. It’s not a CD or DVD, but rather software you install on your computer and actually interact with in the same way you would with controllers when you’re flying. This is designed to be used with a headset and boom mic.
If you’re planning on making a career out of your love for flying, you’re eventually going to want to go for your Airline Transport Pilot License or ATP. This is the next step beyond commercial and something you’re going to need to get into that Captain position with the airlines. Most flight schools will be [...]
Most flight schools will have you focus a huge chunk of your time learning navigation. As a pilot, it’s your duty to know exactly where you are at any given time. The latest tools being used are GPS systems, but you’ll find most of your training revolves around the old standby VOR’s.
Many pilots will use a checklist as a set of instructions, carefully going through each step one at a time before moving on to the next one. This may seem like it would be the most thorough procedure, but it’s extremely easy to accidentally skip an item and never realize it.
Most student pilots are extremely nervous about using a working radio and have never given a second thought to what they would do if they didn’t have it. First of all, R-E-L-A-X. There are thousands of aircraft flying everyday who never use radios. There are steps and processes you can go through to ensure a safe landing at a controlled airport.
Hopefully these tips will help you get ready for your checkride. But remember, there is no secret formula for passing your checkride. Either you know what you’re doing or you don’t. But, these should help.
Flight schools, your CFI, and FAA statistics will show that, next to landings, the most likely time for an accident is during takeoff. Even though you’re less likely to have an accident during takeoff rather than a landing, the results of a take-off accident tend to be much more catastrophic. Learn the proper take-off procedures.
As a pilot, it’s critical for you to know and understand what causes changes in atmospheric pressure and how those changes effect the weather around you. What is a high pressure system and a ridge? What is a low pressure system and trough? How do each of these impact you as a pilot?
Books, videos, and other pilot supplies won’t be your biggest expense as a student pilot. But, if you spend some time shopping around, can save a good amount of money. I’ve done most of the work for you already and have found the absolute cheapest source for almost everything you’re going to need as a student pilot. You may be surprised when you find out who truly has the most affordable pilot supplies online.