Tag: Pilot
INFORMATIONAL Nov 15, 2026 Angel Flight Northeast Turns 30: How Volunteer Pilots Provide Free Medical Flights Angel Flight Northeast has coordinated more than 115,000 free medical flights over 30 years, connecting patients with essential healthcare through a network of volunteer pilots. Discover how the nonprofit operates, its pilot requirements, FAA fuel reimbursement exemption, and the aviation partnerships supporting its mission. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Nov 13, 2026 What South Florida Teaches Student Pilots Beyond the FAA Syllabus Learning to fly is partly about meeting FAA standards, but the place where those hours are logged can shape a pilot just as much as the syllabus. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Oct 27, 2026 Catering to the Aircraft: What Crews Should Consider Before Ordering Successful private jet catering starts with clear communication between flight crews and catering providers. SkyDine, a private jet catering company, explains how galley limitations, refrigeration, packaging and service expectations should influence choices, and why establishing clear expectations from the beginning is essential to a smooth onboard experience. Read More →
NEWS Oct 19, 2026 Archer's Midnight eVTOL Completes Piloted Flights Across San Francisco Bay Area Archer Aviation's Midnight air taxi finished a 300-mile piloted tour across Northern California, including flights over San Francisco Bay and Oakland Airport. Read More →
NEWS Oct 09, 2026 Boeing's Touchscreen Flight Controls for 737 Draw Sharp Criticism from Pilots Boeing's plan to introduce Touchscreen Control Display Units on the 737 has sparked backlash from pilots who warn of safety and usability concerns. Read More →
NEWS Oct 01, 2026 FAA to Convene Review Panel on Boeing 737 MAX Software Issue That May Burden Pilots During Landing The FAA will convene a panel as soon as Friday to review a Boeing 737 MAX software glitch that could increase pilot workload during landing operations. Read More →
NEWS Sep 23, 2026 Two Pilots Accused of Flying Drunk Before Crashing New Private Jet in Libya Two pilots face accusations of intoxication after crashing a newly purchased Cessna Citation Latitude private jet during landing at a Libyan airport. Read More →
NEWS Sep 21, 2026 Super Puma Firefighting Helicopter Crashes at Yosemite, Killing Both Pilots A Super Puma firefighting helicopter crashed while battling the Dome Fire at Yosemite National Park, killing both pilots aboard the aircraft. Read More →
NEWS Sep 09, 2026 ANA 787 Suffers Tail Strike at Houston After Captain Accidentally Hit Go-Around Switch An All Nippon Airways 787-9 struck its tail on landing at Houston after the captain inadvertently triggered the go-around switch during touchdown. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Aug 12, 2026 What Aviation Insurance Usually Doesn't Cover and Why It Matters Learn what aircraft insurance commonly excludes, including wear and tear, mechanical breakdowns, pilot qualifications, and unauthorized aircraft use. Read More →