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  8 Signs You're Ready To Fly Solo

  In partnership with LIFT

  Flying solo for the first time is a big deal. Determining when you're ready is one of the toughest parts.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/27/2024
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  How The Southwest Monsoon Affects Weather

  Here's why the desert southwest gets the majority of its rain in the summer...

  • • Video
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/27/2024
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  Can You Log PIC Time In The Clouds If You Aren't Instrument Rated?

  Not instrument rated? You can still log PIC time in the clouds, in certain cases. Here's why.

  • • Article
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/24/2024
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  Would You Go? Ceilings Are 1900' With 7 SM Visibility And Light Rain

  Making go/no-go decisions isn't always easy, especially when it comes to marginal weather.

  • • Article
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/22/2024

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  4 Items You Should Brief Before Every Instrument Departure

  When was the last time you flew a complex IFR departure? Before your next flight, review these critical briefing items.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/22/2024
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  Quiz: Can You Answer These 6 Aviation Weather Questions?

  Think you can answer all 6?

  • • Quiz
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/21/2024
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  Towered Vs. Non-Towered Airports On a Sectional Chart

  In partnership with AOPA

  There's only one way to know for sure...

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/21/2024
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  Why Should You Lock a Push-Pull Style Primer?

  In partnership with AOPA Pilot Protection Services

  Here's why you should lock it before takeoff...

  • • Video
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/20/2024
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  5 Learning Plateaus, And How To Solve Them

  In partnership with ATP

  Everyone hits a plateau during flight training.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/15/2024

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  7 Tips To Get Ready For Your Next Training Flight

  In partnership with LIFT

  Want to fly better on your next lesson? Here are 7 tips to get prepped.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/10/2024
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  Is Your Grip To Blame For Bad Landings?

  Loosen your grip, and make sure you're trimmed...

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/10/2024
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  Do You Know These 8 ATC Climb and Descent Phrases?

  In partnership with Lightspeed

  There's a big difference between ATC issuing you an "immediate" vs. "best rate" descent. Here's how to handle these 8 common phrases.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/08/2024
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  Why Your VOR Course Doesn't Always Match Your GPS Course

  Here's why they don't always match...

  • • Video
  • Boldmethod
  • 08/07/2024
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  5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When You Start Your Engine

  How you start your engine can determine how much wear, tear, and maintenance cost you'll face over time.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/03/2024
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  5 Reasons Your Landings Aren't Smooth

  It can feel frustrating when your landings aren't as smooth as you'd like them to be. Here are 5 of the most common reasons why your landings aren't consistently smooth.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 08/01/2024