Ditching in Water vs. Trees

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Non-Towered Airport Communications

Manual

This quick reference guide to non-towered airport communications provides clear guidance on what to say and when to say it as you maneuver for takeoffs, landings or pattern work. Great for new students or as a refresher for rusty pilots.

VFR Scenario: Getting Down in the Up

Scenario/Video

You made a series of reasonable in-flight decisions in the name of comfort and safety, only to create a situation where you’re tight on both fuel and options. With time running out, how will you use your remaining fuel to escape this predicament? What will you do? Watch the video and decide.

IFR Habits on Routine VFR Flights

Video

Thinking like an IFR pilot offers advantages, even on a short VFR flight in great weather. We’ll show you how to reduce your workload–and avoid surprises–by incorporating some simple techniques into your routine.

IFR Scenario: The TAA at Tillamook

Scenario/Video

The most important meeting of your life is just one simple LPV approach away. However, encroaching weather is putting on the squeeze, so you speed things up with a tight intercept. Should you salvage this situation—or go back into the worsening weather?

The Power of Performance Profiles

Video/Worksheet

Countless Instrument pilots have wasted valuable training hours—and struggle to this day—because their instructor skipped this first critical step during IFR training. Here’s the step-by-step process for creating the essential performance profiles for each airplane you fly.

Best Way To Lean Airplane Engines

Manual

Setting the mixture control for cruising flight shouldn’t be complicated — yet it’s persistently one of the most contentious topics of engine management. This short guide will help you lean your airplane engine for best economy, performance, and longevity.