You may be able to borrow a basic headset from your flight school. But you’ll inevitably want the convenience, additional comfort, high performance — and style — that comes with having your own. That’s why aviation headsets tend to be the first major purchase for student pilots. Whether you’re an aviation student looking for your …
You might consider yourself a ‘gifted’ pilot. But if you persistently break the rules and disregard the importance of safety, then you’ll put yourself and others in serious danger. What’s more — you can land yourself in prison. That’s precisely that happened to private pilot Robert Murgatroyd who was jailed for crash landing his plane …
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Once you have your finances in order and you’ve committed to the PPL(A), you’ll begin to feel a mixture of excitement and nerves. Something you’ll ponder is: “What’s the hardest or most challenging parts of the PPL(A) course?” or, “What’s the most difficult aspect of the PPL(A) to get your head around?”. These are precisely the …
What makes a professional pilot good at what he/she does? Being a successful pilot requires a combination of skills. It’s not all mathematical and technical. You also have to think creatively, act under pressure, and adopt a mentality fitting for a role of such great responsibility. Pilots not only require leadership qualities — they also have …
Here’s a question that’s asked by just about everyone that’s interested in flying: “how much does it cost to learn how to fly?” or “how much does it cost to become a pilot?”. And rightfully so — learning to fly is a huge financial commitment. In this post we’re going to run you through all …
If you haven’t yet read our Introduction to Flying, then we recommend giving it at least a precursory browse. What follows is a Q&A outlining precisely what’s involved in the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) course from start to finish. What Is The Private Pilot Licence (PPL)? PPL stands for ‘Private Pilots Licence’, and it’s effectively the aviation equivalent …
The privileges of your licence determine what aircraft you are able to fly and what sort of operations you are able to undertake. You can extend the privileges of your Private Pilot Licence (PPL) by completing extra training and adding flight ratings to your licence. Building On Your Pilot’s Licence Flight Ratings are essentially …
As a pilot you’ll be flying in UK, and perhaps other nations’ airspace. Some parts of that airspace are under the jurisdiction of air traffic control units, whilst other parts aren’t. The aviation community must be aware of the procedures & principles outlined, and abide by them. These rules (or “procedures”) are there to ensure that …
As a pilot it’s imperative that have a clear perspective of your aircraft’s capabilities. It’s crucial that you know how well — or how badly — your aircraft is performing during the different phases of flight. By studying flight performance & planning during your PPL(A) you’ll learn to understand the performance potential and limitations of your aircraft. Recommended …
Private Pilots operate as the pilot in command (PIC) of a single pilot aircraft. But they must also be the navigator, too. So it’s critical that they’re able to apply the correct practices to navigational tasks — especially during cross country flights. Developing navigational skills is the very essence of single pilot flying; hence the importance of the …
Weather affects flying. That’s why the PPL(A) course includes a specific examination in Meteorology. The subject aims to ensure that throughout their flying career, pilots make informed decisions based on prevailing or forecast weather conditions. All Pilots must understand weather theory and be able to interpret weather briefing forms or “documents”. Recommended Books £16.10 From Amazon …
Human factors influence the safety and efficiency of flying operations. A thorough understanding of the ‘Human Performance & Limitations’ subject is therefore an essential part of the PPL(A) syllabus. Pilots need the knowledge taught in this part of the course to develop high standards of airmanship. These skills carry through from private pilot all the way …
The ‘Communications’ PPL(A) subject focuses on VHF (Very High Frequency) Communications. In this module students learn the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for using radio telephony (RT) equipment. This course is suitable for students who have no prior knowledge or experience of RT. Recommended Books £20 From Amazon Communications PPL(A) Overview The course familiarises students on: The Civil …
As a pilot you’ll be flying in UK, and perhaps other nations’ airspace. Some parts of that airspace are under the jurisdiction of air traffic control units, whilst other parts aren’t. The aviation community must be aware of procedures & principles outlined, and abide by them. These rules (or “procedures”) are there to ensure that pilots are …
The PPL(A) Aircraft General Knowledge course is theoretical and covers the essential components of a modern light aircraft. Learning the basics of an aircraft’s electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, as well its engine and instrumentation, are all part of the syllabus. Recommended Books £16.10 From Amazon Aircraft General Knowledge PPL(A) Overview The course …
Principles of Flight is a scientific PPL(A) subject covering all aspects of operating aircraft in a safe manner. It aims to ensure that pilots stay within the confines of the manufacturer’s guidelines for the given aircraft type. Recommended Books £16.10 From Amazon Principles Of Flight PPL(A) Overview To be successful at this module students need …
In this post we recap on what’s next on your journey after completing the PPL. For many pilots the end goal is to become a Commercial Pilot. Precisely what is your next milestone? And what’s the order of play? Your Journey to Becoming a Commercial Pilot On the road to becoming a Commercial Pilot there …
Whether you’re looking to become a professional pilot, or to complete only part of the journey, you’ll usually start out with the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) course. The FlyGA website and flight tools are here to assist you in competing this phase. Here’s a general tips we have for those starting out as an aviation student. …
Aircraft with a tailwheel take a little more finesse and practice to take off and land. Mastering the art of handling a taildragger is not too difficult — but it’s an important skill that requires specialist training. Principles Of Flight PPL(A) Overview On the Tailwheel conversion course you’ll become competent enough with your handling skills to …