What A CFI Wants You To Know

Flight simulators like MSFS and X-Plane can be powerful and structured tools for aviation education.

Tips for student pilots and CFIs on being prepared to fly every aircraft available.

AC 61-146 notes performance-based aircraft limits, instructor qualification changes, and training boom potential.

Starting your pilot certificate at the wrong point in the year can lead to frustration and weather limitations.

Poor phrasing and ambiguous communication can lead to costly misunderstandings and dangerous decisions for student pilots.

There’s a lot of essential gear that needs to be packed to ensure a safe and successful journey.

Flight instructors can leverage those errors for effective training and improved airmanship.

Student pilots must resist the temptation to cut corners on procedures.

Bringing a back-seat observer along on a dual instructional lesson can enhance the experience.

Will it affect training check rides, air traffic control, and certifications?