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Calculating the Top of Descent is one of those “simple but powerful” skills. Once you get it down, flying feels smoother, more predictable, and more controlled—whether you're a brand-new private...

Your pre-maneuver checklist is the foundation of consistent, safe, and ACS-standard flying. By committing C.R.A.A.C.C to memory and using it religiously, you’ll not only improve your maneuver performance but also...

If you’re working toward your Private Pilot License, there’s a good chance you’ve come across the term “ICEFLAGS.” It’s not a weather acronym or a maintenance code — it’s a memory...

If you’re studying for your Instrument Rating, you’ve probably come across two terms that sound deceptively similar — MDA and DA. Both relate to minimums on instrument approaches, and both tell...

The 1-in-60 rule is a timeless navigation technique every pilot should know. In this guide, a friendly CFI explains how this simple formula—1 mile off after 60 miles equals 1°...

Density altitude is one of the most important — and often misunderstood — performance factors in aviation. It affects how much lift your wings make, how efficiently your propeller bites...