Flying on a PPL brings the world closer and enables a liftime of discovery, whether it’s flights to nearby airfields, touring, or international adventures.
IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) demand that aircraft are equipped with a specific set of equipment to ensure safety and compliance. The GRABCARD mnemonic serves as a mnemonic to help pilots remember these essential items. This article breaks down the GRABCARD aviation acronym, explaining the importance of each component and how to check them before your … Read more
Carbon monoxide detectors for the cockpit come in several sizes, ranging from the simple to the complex and to suit all budgets. While carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning has always been an invisible danger for pilots, many general aviation aircraft still lack adequate CO detection capabilities. This odorless, colorless gas has the insidious ability to impair … Read more
Aside from trimming the aircraft perfectly, flying is largely about communication, so the best handheld radios for pilots are those that are reliable and easy to use. These compact devices are not just for backup; they can save you time and provide peace of mind. In this article, we’ll review the 11 best handheld radios … Read more
Finding the best iPad for pilots involves matching the models available with the needs of the pilot in question. A commercial pilot will need a higher spec iPad to that of a student. Having an Apple iPad in the cockpit has become almost indispensable. It’s hard to imagine flying without one, as it provides invaluable … Read more
If you’re looking for a private pilot course to help with your studies then there are several available but this new course is about the inspiration and the motivation to learn to fly and to keep flying once you’re qualified. It’s also about the opportunities available to you in terms of aviation careers and the … Read more
Bush flying is a big topic covering many diverse areas of aerial activity so for this post we’ll concentrate on fixed wing flying only. Bush flying refers to aviation that takes place away from conventional airfields and airports. It is the flying that occurs in untamed natural environments and consequently the aircraft involved will have … Read more
After the PPL is proudly displayed on your shelf, what next?. You studied hard, passed your written examination, earned all your flight time and passed your Private Pilot Skills Test. You are now the holder of a Private Pilot’s Licence. So, what’s next? The obvious answer is more flying. You are now free to fly … Read more
Owning your own aircraft is often very pilot’s dream but what are aircraft ownership options for PPL hoders? To be able to fly when you want without having to book or wait (apart for a gap in the weather) is true freedom. The disadvantage is one we can all imagine – cost, but it’s not … Read more
UAV and light aircraft sharing airspace has led to concerns over risk on the one hand and innovation on the other. Every month in the UK new drone pilots are emerging to enter the commercial world from the growing number of unmanned aviation training centres. UAV (unmanned aviation vehicles) or RPAS (remotely piloted aircraft systems) … Read more
Flying in an airliner is exceptionally safe. However, there are always potential risks in flying and some may be less obvious than others. The health and wellbeing of the flight crew is something that may pass through the minds of passengers, but its importance is probably considerably less than such issues as terrorism or the … Read more