Human Factors columnist Jeffrey Madison explores the relationship between the sterile cockpit rule, flight instructing and PIC.
Opinion
Part-time work. Full-time satisfaction.
Just working part-time as a CFI helps general aviation, as well as your budget.
Standing still too long
Columnist Ben Visser contends the general aviation industry has been standing still way too long. It’s time to focus on new technology — and a younger customer base.
A serious question of mortality
What is the meaning of life? What is the value of life? Should we change the values of our life in an attempt to extend it? Those are just some of the questions Jamie Beckett is pondering after a visit to his doctor.
Ask Paul: What is the TBO for my engine?
In certain specific circumstances, this model Lycoming may enjoy an extra 200 hours to TBO time.
Do your friends know you’re a pilot?
If your friends don’t know you’re a pilot, how can they ask you to take them flying?
Pilot Perspectives: WAAAM’s Terry Brandt
Learn to fly in a tailwheel is just one bit of advice from Western Antique Airplane and Automobile Museum founder Terry Brandt.
Consolidated Coronado seaplane flew in relative obscurity
More than 200 Consolidated four-engine PB2Y Coronados were built, but the seaplane flew in relative obscurity as patrol bombers and long-range transports.
Buyer beware
Customer service is the key to growing general aviation.