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  Unreliable ILS Signal Causes A Missed Approach

  Have you ever flown an ILS approach and had the localizer or glideslope jump back-and-forth erratically?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 11/09/2019
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  Don't Make These 6 Mistakes During Stall Recovery

  Whether you're practicing stalls or find yourself in an unintentional one, don't make these mistakes!

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 11/02/2019
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  Garmin, Cirrus, And Piper Release Emergency Autoland System For Passengers

  The pilot of a single-engine airplane losing consciousness is a worst-nightmare for passengers. However, a new system was just announced that may change all of that.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/31/2019
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  How To Do A VOR Check Before Your Next IFR Flight

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  You need to make sure that your IFR equipment is checked and within specific tolerances before you take off. Here's what you need to know before your next flight.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/26/2019

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  What Would You Do If An Airplane Taxied In Front Of You During Touchdown?

  Just as your wheels touch the pavement, another airplane taxis across the runway directly in front of you. Would you go around, or veer to the side of the conflicting traffic?

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/24/2019
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  6 Great Things About Flying In Fall

  Ready for your next weekend trip? Here's what pilots love about flying in fall.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/24/2019
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  Why Landing Too Fast Can Lead To A Wheelbarrowing Accident

  Remember these tips to avoid a similar situation happening to you.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/17/2019
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  5 Ways To Join Final On An Instrument Approach

  Here are the most common ways you'll join final on an instrument approach.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/15/2019
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  How DME Works

  You'll usually find DME equipment co-located with a VOR or ILS/LOC.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/12/2019

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  Do You Know These 8 ATC Phrases For Climbs and Descents?

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  There's a big difference between ATC issuing you an "immediate" vs. "best rate" descent. Here's what you should know about ATC phraseology.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/08/2019
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  When Should You Initiate A 'Pilot's-Discretion' Descent?

  When ATC gives you a "pilot's discretion" descent under IFR, how do you plan for it? Did you know some airlines require their pilots to descend right away? Here's why.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/05/2019
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  7 Times You Should Cancel A Flight Lesson

  If you're a student pilot, here are a few times it's appropriate to cancel a flight lesson.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/03/2019
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  What Every Pilot Should Know About Holding

  There's a lot you'll learn about holding as a pilot. Here are a few things to remember as you get started with it.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 10/01/2019
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  Would You Land At Catalina Island's Challenging 'Airport In The Sky'?

  With cliffs on either end, this island's mountaintop airport has a series of unique challenges. Would you fly here?

  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/28/2019
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  What Does The 'IMSAFE' Checklist Mean For Pilots?

  One of the most important acronyms you'll hear in training is "IMSAFE." It's a great way to determine if you're fit to fly. Here's what it means.

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  • Swayne Martin
  • 09/26/2019