Currency vs. Proficiency : You Could, But Should You?
When you are taking your private pilot practical test and the examiner asks you to distinguish between currency and proficiency, will you know...
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Sport Pilot vs. Private Pilot: Which Path Is Right for You After MOSAIC?
For twenty years, choosing between a sport pilot and a private pilot certificate meant trading capability for cost. Then MOSAIC narrowed the gap — sport pilots can now fly familiar four-seat airplanes like the Cessna ...
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“See and Avoid” – The Foundation of Safe Flying
When you start your training as a student pilot, there’s a lot to learn. Some concepts, such as aerodynamics and weather theory, require focus...
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How To Make Every Pilot Lesson a Success As A Student
Making each and every lesson with your instructor a success is a major factor in earning your Private Pilot Certificate. If every lesson is a ...
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2023 ASA FAR/AIM To Be Released This November
In past years, ASA has released new editions of the FAR/AIM around August/September. However, as we all know, the past year in particular has ...
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Why Study with a Northstar Pre-Tabbed FARAIM?
Studying for your pilot checkride? The FARs are essential—but your time is limited. A Northstar Pre‑Tabbed FARAIM saves hours of tabbing, keep...
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