December 17, 2021
The anatomy of a forced aircraft landing
Pilot Charlie Huke describes a forced landing after the aircraft motor stops mid-flight; but gliding into the right field is only the start of the story!
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Training & Technique
December 15, 2021
Large Airbus order good news for students
American private equity fund Indigo Partners placed an order for 255 A321neo airliners on the opening day of the Dubai Airshow.
July 7, 2021
Simulating complex flying scenarios: stuck throttle
There are several strategies to deal with a jammed throttle, but if the cloudbase is low and the power stuck at max then your options are limited
June 11, 2021
Simulating complex flying scenarios: Electrical failure in IMC
In this month's installment of - Simulating complex flying scenarios - with X-Plane 10, our pilot meets deteriorating weather, eventually ending up in IMC... without electrics. "Enjoy" the flight!
March 10, 2021
IndiGo Cadets selected by Skyborne
Fourteen cadets have been selected to take part in the pilot programme run by Indian budget airline IndiGo
November 22, 2019
8 great groundschools in the UK
Covering a variety of important qualifications and certifications including the PPL, ATPL and FRTOL, you should consider these 8 groundschools when looking to get qualified in the UK
October 28, 2019
Commercial flight training: 6 top schools and providers
If you’re thinking about a career in commercial aviation then these top flight training schools and providers will be well worth your consideration
May 14, 2019
ILAFFT: An over-reliance on autopilot in IMC
The autopilot is only as good as its programmer; you still have control | Words by: Peter Yarrow
December 20, 2018
Winterising your aircraft: Keeping the corrosion at bay
Advice for inhibiting and storing an aircraft that remains inactive during the winter months. Words Bob Grimstead
October 24, 2018
Beyond the PPL: Night Rating
Extend your hours of operation with a journey into night ? the rating can be gained in as little as five hours and, if you’re lucky with the weather, three evenings of dual and solo…
March 14, 2018
Commercial pilot shortage: our readers provide their solutions
As global markets grow, existing pilots near retirement age and training costs remain restrictive, the demand for highly-trained pilots is fast outstripping supply. Although the solution to the shortage isn’t obvious, our readers have had…
