Why International Students Succeed in U.S. Flight Schools
Chief Flight Instructor Ray Altmann shares insights on why international students do well while flight training in the United States.
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Airline Comparison: Regional, Major, Cargo, and Corporate Pilot Careers
Choosing between different pilot jobs can be one of the most important decisions in a pilot’s career. Captain Stephen Austin compares the four primary paths: regional vs major vs cargo vs corporate.
Windsocks in Aviation: Speed & Direction
Chief Flight Instructor Ray Altmann explains how windsocks indicate wind direction and speed, and how pilots use them for safe takeoffs and landings.
Understanding Aviation Fuel: Types, Uses, and Safety
Chief Operating Officer and Aircraft Mechanic Program Director Josh Rawlins explains aviation fuel types, including Avgas and Jet A, how they’re used, and why proper fuel selection is critical for safety.
Wings of Wisdom: The 50+ Best Aviation Quotes of All Time
Captain Stephen Austin shares 50+ inspiring aviation quotes from pilots, astronauts, and aviation pioneers that capture the spirit of flight.
How do commercial pilot ranks work?
Captain Stephen Austin explains airline pilot ranks, duties of captains and first officers, and how pilots advance in their careers.
Going up? What is the elevator in an aircraft, and how does it work?
Chief Operating Officer and Aircraft Mechanic Program Director Josh Rawlins explains how aircraft elevators control pitch, affect angle of attack, and help pilots climb, descend, and maintain level flight.
How High Do Planes Fly?
Captain Stephen Austin explains how high different aircraft fly, from small planes to commercial jets, and what determines cruising altitude.
What are the 25 Fastest Aircraft in the World? Breaking Records Through Aviation History
Aviation expert Tony Perna identifies the world’s 25 fastest aircraft and dives into the details – speed, manufacturer, size, country of origin and more.
What’s the Biggest Plane in the World? It Depends on How You Define It!
Aviation expert Tony Perna identifies and describes the world’s 20 largest aircraft, from massive cargo planes to record-breaking giants of aviation.