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How to hire the best CFI for you

By John Mahany · June 20, 2024 ·

Many student pilots make the mistake of not putting the time and effort in to finding a CFI that will help them achieve their aviation dreams. A veteran CFI gives you tips on what to look for, what to ask a prospective CFI, and what to do if you aren’t happy with the one you choose.

Bombers and ballet

By Janice Wood · August 17, 2023 ·

What happens when a 15-year-old ballerina shows up in full costume at the Warbird area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023?

CFI creates one-of-a-kind gifts for her students who solo

By Janice Wood · July 16, 2020 ·

Each of the solo mats are custom made for the individual student pilot.

The impact of COVID-19 on flight schools

By General Aviation News Staff · June 25, 2020 ·

About 50% of flight schools did not close during the COVID-19 pandemic, while a majority say they’ve lost customers and money because of the pandemic.

Student pilot’s training flights double as COVID-19 relief flights

By General Aviation News Staff · May 12, 2020 ·

The high schooler uses his flight lessons to deliver PPE supplies to rural hospitals in Virginia.

New initiative launches to offer long term aircraft rentals to student pilots

By Janice Wood · January 5, 2020 ·

“By giving our clients exclusive use of an aircraft, pilots get a chance to build meaningful time.”

Sporty’s releases 2019 Learn to Fly and Instrument Rating courses

By General Aviation News Staff · October 31, 2018 ·

The 2019 edition of Sporty’s Learn to Fly and Instrument Rating courses include a new Android app, new test prep tools, and integration with CloudAhoy.

Picture of the Day: Hudson River flying

By General Aviation News Staff · September 18, 2018 ·

Braulio Cosme submitted the following photo and note: “First flight around Manhattan as a student pilot with my CFI, getting Class B experience in a C172SP with the G1000. Picture taken from an action camera installed in the tail ring.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can […]

Buyer beware

By Jamie Beckett · September 4, 2018 ·

Customer service is the key to growing general aviation.

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