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Reasons You Should (or Shouldn't!) Become a Pilot
Photo © Dave Miller/Armchair PhotographyIf you've done research on how to become a pilot, then you might find that a lot of pilots, especially furloughed airline pilots, will give you 100 reasons not...
View ArticleBig News: You Can Use Your Phone During Takeoff and Landing
The FAA said in a statement today that it will relax the regulations on electronic devices for airline passengers. Beginning as soon as airlines can legally adapt to the new policy, airline passengers...
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Etsy: Unique Holiday Gifts for Aviators
Photo © RT D'Onofrio/Plane Pieces, Inc.Have you been on Etsy.com recently? If you haven't, you're missing out on some truly unique aviation finds. Did you know that you can get an iPhone dock made out...
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Airport Security: Expect the Worst, Hope for the Best
Photo © John Raedle/Getty If you're not sure what to expect from TSA this holiday season, you're not the only one. This recently published article on the Seattle Times' website details the intricacies...
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FCC Cell Phone Proposal: One More Reason to Buy Your Own Airplane
Photo © Scott Olson/Getty When the FCC announced a proposal to allow cell phone use on board aircraft, the public was outraged. It would seem that nobody wants to sit next to passengers blabbing away...
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Flight Planning Tips for Beginners
Photo © Sarina HoustonFor pilots in the early stages of flight training, planning a cross-country flight can be an intimidating task. Broken down into steps, though, the flight planning process isn't...
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The Institute for Aerospace Education: Investing in Aviation's Youth
Photo Courtesy of IAEIf you're reading this, then you probably already know that the aviation industry is home to some of the best people. I was reminded of this recently when I did an interview with...
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Plane Spotting: It's in Their Blood
Photo Courtesy NYCAviationYou've seen them out there, standing around the perimeter fence in terrible weather with their binoculars and telescope lenses aimed at the sky. They come from different...
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Are You an Annoying Flight Instructor?
Photo © Tim Boyle/GettyFor the most part, we remember our flight instructors with fondness. Who else can we hold responsible for introducing us to the beauty of flight during private pilot training...
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Modern-Day Amelia Earhart Makes A Name For Herself
Photo © Fly With Amelia FoundationWhen pilot and news anchor Amelia Earhart agreed to an interview with me this past week, I was pretty excited. I mean, with a name like Amelia Earhart, she's obviously...
View ArticleWomen in Aviation to Celebrate 25 Years at Annual Conference
When it comes to nonprofit organizations in the aviation industry, Women in Aviation, International is one of the best accidental success stories there is. The organization will celebrate its 25th...
View ArticleExplaining Aircraft Systems the Easy Way
If you've ever been asked to describe the electrical system on an airplane, then you know that aircraft systems like these can be complicated to explain, even with a detailed schematic! ...Read Full Post
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Malaysia Airlines Flight 370: Just the Facts
Photo © How Foo Yeen/GettyThe mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 has everyone wondering how a Boeing 777 can disappear, seemingly without a trace.It is, after all, a rather large,...
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MH370 Fate Confirmed, Possible Debris Found
At a press conference on Monday, Malaysian officials announced that Malaysia Airlines flight 370, a 777 that has been missing since March 8th, has likely crashed into the Indian Ocean and all on board...
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April News in Review
U.S.Navy PhotoDid you catch these April articles?Is the Military Back on Board for the 2014 Airshow Season?Top 10 Summer Airshows and Aviation Events for 20146 Must-See International Air ShowsYour...
View ArticleMay News in Review
This month marks the end of the blog season here at About.com. Beginning in June, this website will see a major redesign, and as part of that redesign, About leadership is phasing out the site's blog....
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