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Questions from the Cockpit

Questions from the Cockpit: When you’re hot, you’re hot

By William E. Dubois · November 15, 2020 ·

There are 635 Hot Spots at airports across the United States right now.

Questions from the Cockpit: A question of color

By William E. Dubois · October 14, 2020 ·

While I don’t know where the term black box comes from, I’m pretty sure I know why it won’t go away: It sounds cool.

Why is the cockpit called the cockpit?

By William E. Dubois · September 21, 2020 ·

There are three competing theories to explain the use of the word “cockpit” as the name for the nerve center of an airplane.

Questions from the Cockpit: The numbers are wild

By William E. Dubois · August 16, 2020 ·

Official Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) logo

“Why do they call it a Form 337?

Questions from the Cockpit: A good grounding

By William E. Dubois · July 13, 2020 ·

I recall thinking we’d likely crash just fine, even without me trying.

Questions from the Cockpit: Bizarre expiration dates

By William E. Dubois · June 21, 2020 ·

As a side note, it amuses me that for one minute twice a year, both the expiring and replacement charts are simultaneously valid.

Questions from the Cockpit: The Need for Speed

By William E. Dubois · May 17, 2020 ·

There’s lots of tricks to increase speed: Adding power, reducing drag, changing aerodynamics, and reducing weight.

Should I feel guilty about flying in the pandemic?

By William E. Dubois · May 14, 2020 ·

The short answer: No. In fact, it’s your patriotic duty to continue flying.

Questions from the Cockpit: A pointed question

By William E. Dubois · March 18, 2020 ·

Why on earth would pilots be wearing spurs?

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