Trey, a student pilot in Colorado, writes: “I’m having a hard time wrapping my head around the difference between maneuverability and controllability, I don’t think I’m stupid, but…”
Flight Training
Alabama University Launches Aviation Program
The program will offer three concentrations: Aviation Management, Commercial Aviation, and Public Safety Aviation.
Elegant Conciseness: How Power-Push-Roll Simplifies Inflight Crises
Flight training expert Rich Stowell, known as “The Spin Doctor,” has released a white paper that lays out a life-saving sequence for pilots in spiral dives and roll upsets.
New Flight Training Partner for Vermont State University
Infinity Flight Group (IFG) has been named the new flight training partner for Vermont State University, taking over the university’s professional pilot program at Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (KBTV) from Vermont Flight Academy.
New Name For Flight School Association
The Flight School Association of North America is now Flight School Association International (FSAI), which reflects the association’s expanding global reach and growing international membership, according to officials.
TBM 900 Flight Sim Debuts
one-G simulation has introduced the one-G Tarbes 9.00, a flight simulator for the Daher TBM 900 aircraft series.
Flight Training From Coast To Coast
California Aeronautical University (CAU) has expanded its flight training network, naming Aviation Adventures, which has five locations in Virginia, as its newest Reach Flight Center.
Flight School Opens New Location at KFWS
Dallas-based Thrust Flight, which offers pilot and mechanic training, has opened its Fort Worth campus at Spinks Airport (KFWS). This is the company’s fifth location.
Bigger Is Better — At Least for Flight Training Organizations
Highlights from the annual State of Flight Training Report show that flight schools are getting bigger, students are learning faster, but it’s costing them more.