A new Information for Operators (InFO) recommends theoretical and practical training in spatial disorientation, as well as gives several strategies for recovering from spatial disorientation.
Flight Training
Sporty’s Launches New Seaplane Rating Course
The new course is taught by Patty Wagstaff.
It Takes a Village
Sheridan Pilots 307, a flight school at Sheridan County Airport in Wyoming, is proof that while upgraded infrastructure is a boon to growth, it’s the people who make all the difference.
Flight Training Award Winners Named
The awards are based on feedback received from thousands of student pilots, newly certificated pilots, and pilots completing flight reviews or pursuing advanced certificates or ratings.
New Leader for National Association of Flight Instructors Named
Brian Wynne takes over as NAFI executive director after nine years as president and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).
New Flight Training Summit Set to Launch in 2026
The new Ascend Flight Training Summit replaces the annual National Association of Flight Instructors annual summit, with an emphasis on educational sessions.
Questions from the Cockpit: Confusion Crossing the Country
Jimmy, a student pilot in Florida, writes: I’m confused about what seem to be overlapping definitions of cross-country flight, especially when it comes to what can or should be logged. I’ve talked to a couple of different CFIs at my school and I’m getting different answers. Can you help me sort this out?
FlightSense Launches Version 2.0
FlightSense has launched Version 2.0, an AI-powered platform designed to modernize flight training recordkeeping. This update introduces FAR Part 141 compliance support to streamline student progress tracking and FAA documentation.
The Peril of Weekend Warriors
A new study suggests that many private pilots may be overestimating their proficiency, particularly in critical slow-flight maneuvers. Despite high confidence levels, data shows that infrequent flying and a lack of dedicated practice are quietly eroding essential safety skills.