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Flying in the day vs night: Which do pilots prefer?
Flying in the day vs night: Which do pilots prefer?

Mar 7, 2022

Due to the limited visibility at night, beginner pilots are discouraged from taking to the skies after sunset, and for good reason.

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Types of Light Aircraft
Types of Light Aircraft

Mar 7, 2022

As opposed to commercial aeroplanes or larger jets, these are small and lightweight, designed to carry fewer people and much less mass.

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Fixed wing aircraft training
Fixed wing aircraft training

Feb 17, 2022

While the name may sound unfamiliar, chances are you are already well-acquainted with fixed-wing aircraft. An aircraft is any flying machine...

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What Can You Fly With a PPL?
What Can You Fly With a PPL?

Feb 16, 2022

There are quite a few different types of pilot licences. These are divided into two broad categories: those that are fit for people who wish...

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Flight Radiotelephony (FRTOL)
Flight Radiotelephony (FRTOL)

Feb 16, 2022

While it may seem like there is not much to operating an aircraft’s radio station, there are several details about the standard operating pr...

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What Plane Will I Learn to Fly In?
What Plane Will I Learn to Fly In?

Feb 16, 2022

Since smaller aeroplanes are key when it comes to training, this article will mainly discuss aircraft belonging to the microlight variety.

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