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How Many Flight Hours Do You Need To Become An Airline Pilot?
Most of the world has a 250 hour minimum requirement for commercial pilots.
How Do The Roles Of Captain & First Officer Differ?
One sits on the left, and one sits on the right, but what is the real difference?
Can Pilots Leave The Cockpit Mid-Flight?
We take a look at the regulations surrounding pilots stepping out of the flight deck in the sky.
Why Was The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird So Hard To Fly?
The SR71 is the fastest operational military aircraft ever. Piloting was a challenge for several reasons.
American Airlines Begins Cockpit Display Retrofits On Over 170 Airbus A320 Family Aircraft
The carrier expects the conversions will be performed over “the next few years.”
What Are The Most Important Weight Measurements From A Pilot's Perspective?
Fuel, cargo, bags, passengers and the plane itself all have defined values that pilots know by heart.
How Do Pilots Decide When To Divert & Where To Go?
Pilots and dispatcher work together to make sure the plane is on the ground with plenty of fuel still in the tanks.
Tuskegee University Receives $6.7 Million In Federal Funds To Launch A New Aviation Program
The program is part of the university’s strategic plan catered to the demands of the industry.
What Is A 'Deadhead Pilot & What Are The Rules For Them?
Deadhead pilots travel as passengers in economy class and in exceptional circumstances, are expected to perform their duties.
Air France Pilots Union SPAF Plans Strike For Right To Strike
The French government has proposed changes to striking rights.
The Operational Factors That Influence A Jetliner's Cruise Speed
When it comes to the cruise performance of an aircraft, speed is an important factor.
Explained: What Fighter Jet G Force Does To The Body
G-force is the force per unit mass due to gravity at the Earth's surface.
Delayed Boeing Deliveries Causes United Airlines Pilots To Take Unpaid Time Off As Frustration Grows
This is just one of the ways in which Boeing's delivery delays is affecting carriers such as United Airlines.
The Challenges & Advantages Of Early Morning Flights From A Pilot's Perspective
Early wakeups, beautiful sunrises, less busy airspace, and better weather.
Why Do Airlines Sometimes Fly Empty Planes?
An empty plane climbs like a rocket, but doesn't make the airline much money.
20,000 Drone Pilots & Counting: Tale Of The Drone War
Tens of thousands of remote pilots or drone operators are being trained on both sides of the Ukraine War, transforming the way war is fought.
Not Always A Smooth Ride: Inside A Few Challenging Parts Of A Pilot's Job
Like any career, flying comes with a few challenges.
Brussels Airlines Strike Averted With New Pilot and Cabin Crew Agreement
Two weeks after reaching an agreement with its flight attendants, Brussels Airlines shook hands with its pilots, averting a three-day strike.
Southwest Airlines' Adopt-A-Pilot Scheme: A Complete Guide
Southwest Airlines provides this mentorship to schools at no cost.