Why are there two, three, and four blade propellers?
There are props and there are props, but these days there is such an assortment that without a degree in aeronautics, distinguishing the differences, and understanding how they all work, is quite a challenge. More specifically, why are there two, three and four blade propellers?
Is there more you can do to prepare for an emergency?
If you think that frequently practicing your precautionaries, and forced landings, is good preparation for the unlikely event that you find yourself in an emergency situation, you would be correct. However, is there anything else you can do to prepare adequately for an emergency?
Interview – Frank Versteegh former Air Race and Air Show Pilot
Like most aviators, you have probably watched countless air races and shows, and wondered what it takes to be one of those pilots. For me personally, I have always been curious as to what type of character would do that crazy-ass sh*t, and what drives them to do it. Last week I had the immense privilege of attending a talk by Dutch former Red Bull Air Race and airshow pilot Frank Versteegh.
True Life Story – When a forced landing happens
This past week, the unexpected happened. It did not happen to a super experienced airline pilot, nor a super skilled aerobatics pilot, but rather an ordinary, but incredibly present flight instructor with his student. What you will read below is the account of events (unedited), as written by Dutch former Red Bull Air Race pilot Frank Versteegh, who went out for a flight earlier in the day in the very same aircraft…
The ‘SIM’ – Befriending the Sweatbox
I believe that there are two kind of pilots – those that love simulator training, and those that don’t. My experience has never been with the state of the art kind of simulator, but rather more of the old flight school rattle box kind, with seats that smell of stale man sweat and controls that beg for a wipe over with anti-bacterial wipes.
Wake Turbulence – How close to another aircraft can you go?
Encountering wake turbulence can be especially scary and hazardous during the landing and take-off phases of flight, where the aircraft’s close proximity to the ground makes a recovery from the turbulence-induced problems more difficult.
Impossible to pass the Instrument Rating Exam?
The introduction of a single theoretical exam for the IF rating seemed like a good idea, especially for those who did not have the time to study for, and pass virtually all of the CPL subjects. However, as is evident from the large number of frustrated students, it is not exactly a win…
Set new goals and challenge your flying skills!
Perhaps you have been flying for some time, and apart from sweating through a revalidation, or a jaunt to a new breakfast spot, you haven’t really challenged yourself, or your flying skills for some time. As it is a new year, it seems appropriate to set yourself new goals which will not only spice up your flying, but will make you a better a better pilot. Here are a few things you may want to try…
Flying to your holiday? Think before you go…
Ahhhh…. December holidays are upon us and the beach is calling. If you are planning to fly, afterall, why drive if you can fly, then we have some tips for you to remember before you get caught up in the distractions of the silly season:
The New CX3 Calculator is approved!
If you are mathematically challenged, or could not be bothered with pfaffing with old school whirly-wheel thingies, then this is a holiday gift you must put on your list!