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PPL Meteorology exam
We look at the UK PPL Meteorology exam in detail, discussing what type of questions are likely to appear and how to prepare for the exam.
Dec 15, 2022
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Straighten up and fly right!
What happens if you don't straighten up before touchdown? We look at why it is important to align the aircraft with the runway.
Mar 21, 2022
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Do you float too much during landing?
In this article we discuss the primary causes of excessive float during landing, and the potential outcome if it is not handled correctly.
Feb 10, 2022
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Five night flying illusions and how to avoid them
In this article we discuss five illusions which affect pilots when flying at night.
Feb 2, 2022
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How much does a microlight cost to run?
In this article, we discuss the costs of purchasing and keeping a fixed-wing microlight.
Feb 2, 2022
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Airspace and Altimeters
What is the leading cause of vertical airspace infringements? Don't be a statistic - learn this simple rule and avoid trouble.
Jan 8, 2022
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The FRTOL
The FRTOL consists of a theoretical exam and a practical exam. Here we discuss both of these and give an example practical test route.
Dec 11, 2021
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The PPL Learning Objectives
The CAA issued learning objectives for each exam. This provides a list of everything you need to study. View the learning objectives here.
Dec 9, 2021
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How this METAR could spell trouble
Light winds, clear skies and high pressure. What could possibly go wrong?
Nov 27, 2020
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Six tips to help student pilots with their training
If you want to be good at anything, it is a good idea to immerse yourself in it completely. Read about it, watch videos...
Jul 18, 2020
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Top tips for flying and operating the Flight Design CT.
Here we provide top tips for flying the Flight Design CT family of aircraft
Jul 12, 2020
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Five Rules-of-Thumb every pilot must know
There are many rules-of-thumb that can assist pilots. Here we have selected five important rules that you should know.
Apr 16, 2020
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Don't let the go-around go wrong!
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.
Apr 2, 2020
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The Stable Approach
Learn how to make your landings better and more consistent.
Mar 8, 2020
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The Art of Trimming
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...
Nov 8, 2019
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Tips for exam preparation
Nail the theoretical knowledge exams first time with our top tips for student pilots.
Aug 2, 2019
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Top tips for visiting a new airport
Here are our top tips for visiting a new aerodrome.
Jul 21, 2019
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Top Apps for Pilots in 2019
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...
Jun 3, 2019
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Eight tips for improving your landings
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...
Apr 16, 2019
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8 Must have apps for light aircraft pilots
With the advent of tablets and smart phones, more and more light aircraft pilots are using apps to navigate, calculate, brief and even...
Jan 22, 2018
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