The perception that all pilots must have perfect vision is an enduring myth, but is it true? Many types of pilot certificates are available, and as medical technology improves, so do the possibilities. Don’t misunderstand, we won’t be certifying blind pilots any time soon, but the image of an eagle-eyed
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Becoming a pilot is a serious endeavor. Some people dream about it their whole lives, others start their journey very young. When is the “right” time to start? According to Jason Blair, who worked as an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, now is the perfect time. He lays out his reasons
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The pitot-static system is responsible for the operation of three of the six primary flight instruments, otherwise known as the “six pack.” The three pitot-static instruments include the pressure altimeter, vertical speed indicator, and airspeed indicator (see Figure 1). Understanding how each of these instruments operate is critical to flight
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Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from CFI and DPE Jason Blair. He writes his own blog at JasonBlair.net
As an examiner who gives a significant number of practical tests every year, I see some of the same errors over and over. Being prepared for a test
…Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from CFI and DPE Jason Blair. Check out his previous contributions to the LTFB here. He writes his own blog at JasonBlair.net
As an examiner, I regularly see the same things cause disapproval on practical test. These common errors are
…Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from CFI and DPE Jason Blair. Check out his previous contributions to the LTFB here. He writes his own blog at JasonBlair.net
Practical tests can be physically demanding in additional to the mental stress that they cause.
…Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from CFI and DPE Jason Blair. Check out his previous contributions to the LTFB here. He writes his own blog at JasonBlair.net. UPDATE: we’ve since posted a follow-up companion blog post on physical preparation. Click
…Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from CFI and DPE Jason Blair. Check out his previous contributions to the LTFB here. He writes his own blog at JasonBlair.net
Every practical test requires that an examiner see the applicant perform all the required maneuvers within
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