The Stick and Glider Safety Briefing
Dear pilots, Do take care not to exhaust all altitude, airspeed, and options at the same time – lest you end up in the drink…or
August 9, 2021
No Comments
Aviation Safety
Preflight Passenger Briefing for Glider and General Aviation Pilots
It is critically important to brief your passengers before each flight – both on safety-related items, and what to expect while in the air.
May 22, 2021
No Comments
Positive Exchange of Control in the Cockpit: My Controls, Your Controls
Positive exchange is taught early in flight training, where the process occurs on almost every training flight with an instructor.
May 15, 2021
No Comments
Hazardous Attitudes and Pilot Judgment: Is That Maneuver Really Worth the Risk?
Regardless of the pilot’s experience and expert maneuvering, I couldn’t help but wonder: was it really worth it?
April 11, 2021
No Comments
Don’t be Afraid to Use Your CUS Words to Stay Safe
“It turned out to be a great learning experience for us all,” He said. “That’s why I never like to rush a takeoff.”
April 5, 2021
No Comments
An Expert on Aspect Ratio: James Darcy, Photographer for Airbus Perlan Mission II
Everything is briefed. The flight team and photo ship discuss all aspects of the mission before launching for the photography sequence.
March 13, 2021
No Comments