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What is the leading cause of vertical airspace infringements? Don't be a statistic - learn this simple rule and avoid trouble.

The FRTOL consists of a theoretical exam and a practical exam. Here we discuss both of these and give an example practical test route.

The CAA issued learning objectives for each exam. This provides a list of everything you need to study. View the learning objectives here.

Light winds, clear skies and high pressure. What could possibly go wrong?

If you want to be good at anything, it is a good idea to immerse yourself in it completely. Read about it, watch videos...

Here we provide top tips for flying the Flight Design CT family of aircraft

There are many rules-of-thumb that can assist pilots. Here we have selected five important rules that you should know.

It is vital that you are able to perform a go-around safely and are familiar with the aircraft's handling characteristics during this phase.

Learn how to make your landings better and more consistent.

It is a common mistake to adjust the trim before the attitude and power have been correctly set. Using the trim in place of the elevator...

Nail the theoretical knowledge exams first time with our top tips for student pilots.

Here are our top tips for visiting a new aerodrome.

In 2017 we looked at some of the top apps available to pilots in the UK and Europe. Since then, there have been plenty of releases and...

Learning to land an aeroplane is tough and requires a lot of practice. It's usually the case that you can master the circuit in a...

With the advent of tablets and smart phones, more and more light aircraft pilots are using apps to navigate, calculate, brief and even...

My previous blog post around a video of a Jabiru flying in strong winds caught a lot of attention on facebook and there was a lot of...

A sudden loss of power in flight can be a daunting experience and a successful forced landing is not guaranteed. Practicing engine...

The Ikarus C42 is a great training aeroplane. It is relatively easy to fly and has few vices. It is forgiving and is a comfortable...

The written tests for the Private Pilot's Licence can seem daunting. You will no doubt be worried about how they look and whether you are...

Spring is here, which means if you're planning to touch down on a grass or dirt strip soon, it's time to brush up on your soft-field...