Being a good pilot goes hand-in-hand with placing the utmost value on your safety and the safety of others. For this reason, pilots place great importance on backups and redundant systems. When facing an emergency—such as the unexpected failure of one or multiple systems—these redundancies offer pilots options and fail safes. When not in an…
When you learned to drive a car, did you begin with a Ferrari or Lamborghini? Not because they are expensive and rare but even more – they are too hard to be in the saddle for a beginner driver. When you learn to fly, you want to keep it as simple as possible. If you…
When pilots try to find ONE perfect watch that will respond to all their needs, demands, and desires, they may become confused and in awe at the sheer breadth and range of products this world offers. Various aspects are involved in choosing their watch, from smartwatches to analog pieces, from aesthetic to functional, and cheap…
What smartwatches best suit a hotshot pilot that balances functionality and aesthetics? Do you want to feel your presence while traversing the skies and attending formal invitations on the ground? With an endless array of aviation smartwatches, which one do you choose to optimize your experience? Garmin D2 Mach 1 The Garmin D2 Mach 1…
Let us assume for a second that you are not yet the pilot of our dreams. While you are learning to soar in the skies akin to your dreams, you wonder what else makes you feel closer to it. What could you add to your arsenal that makes you look at the part and helps…
The Seiko Flightmaster is commonly a starter watch for one to enter the hallowed halls of timepiece connoisseurs and one highly coveted by aviators who wish to make the most of their equipment. It has aspects of design that harkens to NASA’s moon watch, the Omega Speedmaster, and another famous aviator’s watch, the Breitling Navitimer….
If you are willing to buy an airplane, you have come to the right place. Purchasing an aircraft requires some research, which includes the following: First, define what your mission will be. Check with an insurance company to see the insurance requirements if you have a license. Go to the local airport or join a…
If you are a pilot, you might be able to fly away to farther locations. You may not have considered owning your private airplane, but that is possible. There are private airplanes that cost less than the average new car. Owning your private aircraft is one trick to go wherever you want, escaping from the…
One of the main functions of an aviation headset is to limit interference from ambient noise. Noise reduction is crucial in loud cockpits such as the 737 or piston engine aircraft. Noise reduction makes it easier for the pilot to communicate with ATC and other traffic and is therefore agreeable to the pilot and safer….
Let’s get one thing straight: communication is vital for a pilot. It is one of the essential requirements for good pilotage. To guarantee good communication, you need a good headset. Pilots also need to take measures to protect their hearing. Sitting in a noisy cockpit for hours at a time, day after day, can take a toll…