Questions tagged [flight-training]
Flight training includes all aspects of training and testing pilots and other crew members
374
questions
2
votes
2answers
165 views
Does taking a long time to solo mean that I'll take a long time for training in general?
I have a fairly high (in my research - 80hrs and counting) flight hours and still no solo, with landings having been a major reason. There is definitely progress - but I am not convinced I'll solo ...
0
votes
1answer
53 views
How much simulator time can I use towards a part 61 instrument rating?
I am doing Instrument Rating under part 61 with a CFII.
To meet the 50 hours cross country requirement (d 1), can I log some of the PIC time in a simulator?
There is a 20 hours limitation on the use ...
1
vote
5answers
257 views
Would the benign spiral maneuver be one alternative to dealing with being “stuck above” or inside a cloud?
Recently I provided an alternate answer to a question involving "hands off" recovery techniques. In this I briefly illustrated the benign spiral maneuver. For completeness I will reiterate what I ...
3
votes
1answer
373 views
What is this strange structure, of a type often seen by pilots in hilly regions? [closed]
I spotted a strange structure near a few paragliding spots in italian Alps. It's a screen about 10 meters wide, 6 meters tall, mounted on concrete base on ridge top. Someone said it's a training ...
0
votes
1answer
89 views
Can I log flight time while I am a student?
If I were to obtain a private pilot certificate, would I acquire flight hours during my training, or would I have to wait until I am certificated to obtain flight hours?
If I can log hours during ...
5
votes
1answer
159 views
Advantages to doing an initial instrument rating training in a Cirrus over a conventional aircraft?
I live in Australia and I'm in the process of choosing a school for my instrument rating. I need feedback from the many of you out there with IFR experience willing to share their thoughts.
I'm going ...
1
vote
1answer
92 views
Are there any IFR training plugins / addons for Microsoft Flight Simulator or X-Plane?
I am an IFR student, looking for software/plugins/add-ons/extensions to either Microsoft Flight Simulator or X-Plane to enhance the IFR training experience.
Specifically, I was wondering if there was ...
11
votes
4answers
1k views
Do flight schools typically have dress codes or expectations?
I attend a local flight school for lessons once or twice a month. I normally wear a hoody and some tracksuit bottoms as they are comfortable for me and I like to be comfortable whilst doing something ...
1
vote
1answer
57 views
61.129 (a)(3)(v), can it be with multiple instructors?
My question is can the 3 hours in prep for the check ride be done with different instructors, or does it have to be all 3 hours with the same instructor? Thanks.
0
votes
2answers
108 views
Distance to the runway/ touchdown point
Trying to learn about aviation, and looking through all the displays in the cockpit, and also the Garmin G1000, I am not sure where I see the distance to the runway touchdown point, or the start of ...
1
vote
1answer
93 views
Does aeronautical experience ever expire?
Do the hours of flying with instructor or solo ever expire? I have my 50 (yes, 50) year old pilot's Flight Log with CFI entries for 20 hours dual and 1 solo. Do I have to start over, or would some of ...
-1
votes
1answer
107 views
Can I fly a paramotor after learning on a paraglider?
This video has inspired me to spend next week doing a 6 day paragliding course. The only downside is the school near me don't teach paramotoring.
Could I buy (and safely use/self-teach) a paramotor ...
1
vote
0answers
72 views
Ways to find a practice area
I am taking a check-ride at an unfamiliar airport. How should I look for a practice area for maneuvers?
7
votes
2answers
2k views
Will dual-learning in a glider make my airplane learning safer?
This question got me thinking, would attending gliding lessons at the same time as my airplane training make me safer in a small plane or microlight?
1
vote
1answer
148 views
Can the commercial night cross country be done under IFR?
The below doesn't mention anything about needing to be night IFR, so if you were to shoot an approach on this flight, would it be legal? Also, if the instructor isn't a CFII, but PIC does have an ...
1
vote
1answer
83 views
What is the Eights on Pylons maneuver intended to demonstrate about a pilot's skillset?
This maneuver has the common requirements such as clearing the area, and it has the unique requirement among maneuvers to determine the pivotal altitude and select appropriately spaced pylons as ...
1
vote
2answers
163 views
Do most flight schools and FBOs in the US prohibit student pilots from practicing stalls while flying solo?
Do most flight schools and FBOs in the US prohibit student pilots from practicing stalls while flying solo?
This question is asked in the context of civilian flight training in single-engine land ...
1
vote
1answer
227 views
In the US, in the last 50 years, have there been any accidents known to involve a student pilot intentionally practicing stalls in solo flight?
In the US, in the last 50 years, have there been any accidents known to involve a student pilot intentionally practicing stalls in solo flight?
This question is asked in the context of civilian ...
2
votes
3answers
124 views
How can I correct the heading for this navigation problem?
I'm a pilot trainee in Hungary and just encountered a navigation question problem which is from the PPL Training Questions book. Would be glad if someone can briefly explain how to do this typical ...
1
vote
2answers
115 views
Which airlines allow you to gain hours with them by paying them [closed]
As a fresh grduated pilot is there any airline that you can pay them to fly with them without a salary just to build hours?
0
votes
3answers
229 views
Yet another “Why aren't I soloing yet?” scenario [closed]
Undoubtedly this question has been asked many times, but perhaps my situation is a little different than others. I'll try to be detailed but succinct:
I've accrued about 18.5 hours, 17.5 under the ...
5
votes
2answers
326 views
What ISA temperature to use in the density altitude calculation?
In the density altitude formula: DA = PA + [120 x (OAT - ISA Temp.)], should one use the ISA temperature at the field elevation or the ISA temperature at the pressure altitude?
0
votes
3answers
146 views
How can I best prepare for my first lesson on stalls? [closed]
I am a flight student preparing to practice stalls and stall recovery in a Tecnam P-2002. I have already done spin recovery. On top of that, what preparation techniques have others found useful?
2
votes
1answer
154 views
How would you use the mental clock code to solve this dead reckoning problem?
Can someone explain the question below in details?
You plan to fly a cross country flight at 2 000 feet at a true airspeed of 120 knots. Your track is 270° (True) and the wind is from 225° (True) at ...
0
votes
1answer
79 views
How would I calculate CG in this practice problem?
As I'm studying PPL theories, I've encountered with this kind of a question below and it would be great to understand the principle behind the calculation of the 'CG'
Calculated take-off mass = 2300 ...
4
votes
4answers
787 views
An appropriate way to practice ATC communications
I'm a PPL trainee and I'm looking for a way to improve my radio communication.
https://www.liveatc.net/ is a great way to practice but I can't fully understand the conversation between the unit and ...
11
votes
2answers
3k views
Does a large simulator bay have standard public address announcements?
We are simulating a "simulator bay" (with simulators) within a simulation and were wondering if there were any announcements made over the loudspeaker audible to people inside or outside the ...
3
votes
1answer
221 views
Are student pilots required to have spin entry and recovery training?
Do trainee pilots learn to enter into spin and recover out of it in any basic trainer aircraft? Does any regulation mandates this?
0
votes
0answers
38 views
How to calculate cross-/headwind components on Jeppesen Student flight computer?
How does one calculate the cross-/headwind components on a Jeppesen Student flight computer (CSG) given the aircraft’s true heading, the wind direction and the wind speed? Say 040 degrees, 070 degrees ...
1
vote
0answers
48 views
Is an EASA flight school required to give me my training records if I leave?
I am having troubles with my flight school in Austria/Europe. So I want to change school but the school won't give me my training records so I can't finish my training somewhere else.
Is there any ...
1
vote
1answer
52 views
How can I calculate a gradient using a Jeppesen Student Flight Computer?
On a Jeppesen Student Flight Computer (CSG), how does one calculate the gradient in percentage if the ground distance and height above ground level are given?
I can't find anything in the ...
2
votes
3answers
243 views
When to turn from crosswind to downwind to base in a circuit?
I was told by my instructor that my circuit spacing is inconsistent. I do not know how to look at the runway and use it to judge when to turn downwind and base. As a result, my base leg is sometime ...
1
vote
2answers
88 views
Is it possible to take PPL lessons in different locations and countries?
I have been wondering if it is possible to do flight lessons in different locations? For example, I am currently taking my PPL lessons (VRF) in Manchester, UK. I usually travel between countries in ...
2
votes
2answers
513 views
When is a CFII required to provide instrument training?
61.195(c) states:
(c)Instrument rating. A flight instructor may conduct instrument
training for the issuance of an instrument rating, a type rating not
limited to VFR, or the instrument ...
2
votes
1answer
185 views
Why don't all pilots receive at least basic instrument training?
Given the frequency with which non-instrument-rated pilots get themselves killed attempting to continue VFR flights into instrument conditions, why don't all pilots receive at least basic instrument ...
6
votes
4answers
236 views
Why does elevator still raise and lower the nose when the aircraft is steeply banked?
In a steep turn, the aircraft is basically sideways. However, when executing a steep turn, one still raises and lowers the nose of the aircraft by using the elevator.
Intuitively, it seems to be ...
6
votes
3answers
441 views
Are there left seat qualifications specific to actual handling of the aircraft?
The following three posts explain that both yokes and side-sticks require changing the hand that holds the yoke/side-stick when switching seats:
Why are Airbus captain control sticks placed on the ...
-1
votes
2answers
102 views
What does the student pilot have to do during his/her PPL practical course?
The PPL theory consists of:
Principles of flight.
Flight performance and planning.
Aircraft general knowledge.
Meteorology, Navigation, Flight Planning and Monitoring
VFR Communications
Human ...
2
votes
1answer
96 views
During multiengine training, are pilots taught how to use the throttles for control?
The use of a multiengine aircraft’s throttles for steering and pitch control is critically important should the aircraft’s primary flight controls fail or severely malfunction; are pilots nowadays ...
1
vote
3answers
184 views
Can a CFI whose instrument rating isn't valid legally offer instrument instruction?
Can a flight instructor whose instrument rating isn't valid legally offer instrument instruction?
0
votes
1answer
87 views
Is the time spent flying in a Sailplane concidered a valid flight hour for a LAPL / PPL license?
I live in the Netherlands.
In order to get a Light aircraft pilot licence (LAPL) license 30 flight hours are demanded, A private pilot licence (PPL) requires to have 45 flight hours.
flying in a ...
1
vote
2answers
134 views
If the previous 100 hour was overflown but not for hire, is the time still subtracted from the next 100 hour?
A rental plane at a local FBO had an annual inspection at 2345 hours on the Hobbs. The next 100 hour inspection wasn't completed until 2450.
If the current hobbs time shows 2547, would it be legal to ...
1
vote
2answers
245 views
How to convert a PPL (Gyrocopter) to a PPL (Helicopter)?
If I have a Private Pilot License (PPL) for gyrocopters, and I want to convert it to PPL for helicopters, are my flight hours in the gyrocopter considered for me as flight hours in helicopters?
8
votes
3answers
2k views
How do I keep a C172 straight on the centerline during landing/rollout?
During rollout upon touching down, I'd often find myself veering off the runway centreline to the left. Every time I input rudder, I have this feeling that I am getting pulled out of the turn (while ...
4
votes
1answer
139 views
How is crew resource management trained?
Pilots are taught that pilot monitoring should speak up if something seems wrong, and take over the controls if the pilot flying does not respond adequately, even if the pilot flying is a senior ...
0
votes
2answers
117 views
Is there employment opportunities of becoming a pilot [closed]
I am 18 years old and I want to become a pilot so bad .i got B grades in math and C grades in physics and geography.but my parents don't want me to be one since is hard to get employment of becoming a ...
0
votes
1answer
94 views
Does the commercial helicopter training in 61.129(c)(3)(i) require a CFII?
For the commercial ticket in a helicopter you need 5 hours of hood time. Can any CFI provide this training or does it require a CFII?
14 CFR 61.129(c)(3)(i):
Five hours on the control and ...
0
votes
1answer
355 views
Why do pilots typically start out in piston-engined aircraft, rather than jets or turboprops? [duplicate]
Essentially all pilots begin flying with propeller aircraft powered by piston engines, rather than in turboprops or light jets, even though:
Operating a piston engine requires adjusting the mixture ...
5
votes
2answers
607 views
What is the derivation of 15 and 11.3 used for computing pivotal altitude?
Pivotal Altitude Explained: Teaching eights on pylons the easy way at AOPA repeats a common formula for pivotal altitude.
To estimate pivotal altitude, square the groundspeed and then divide by 15 ...
5
votes
1answer
199 views
How airlines select new Captains…? [closed]
How does an airline select Captains for a new but different airplanes (ie, Boeing vs Airbus) that they just added to their fleet?
As an example, Delta has purchased many new Airbus A220. Since it is ...
