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Aviation Lifestyle

Pause and Ponder…

I recently came across an argument that caught my attention.  A writer referenced an identity crisis that humanity is coming to.  What comes to your mind when someone asks, “What do you do?” For…

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Hurry Up and Wait.

Hello once again from the flight deck. Today I’ll be talking about seniority and why it’s so important to your Pilot Career. Right From your very first flying…

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A call to action!

This episode will be more of an exhortation. Brandon Sanderson, one of my favorite authors, includes ‘Journey Before Destination’ as part of the creed of a group of…

Aircraft cockpit controls, representing an informed aviation decision. Flight School Selection

How to choose a flight school

So… you’ve always had that itch for aviation and have now made the decision to scratch it. I’ll be outlining how to get from that desire to day…

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Is the Instructor life for you?

Post CPL sign off, every aviator who intends to build a professional career faces a dilemma. How do they begin to accumulate flight hours? The options available to…

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Medical Category, what is that?

If you’ve done some research, then you might have an idea of what an aviation medical is. For those of you who don’t know, a Pilot licence is…

City view from an aircraft cockpit, representing travel planning and cost decisions. Aviation Lifestyle

Cheap airfares anyone?

Anyone who has ever bought an air ticket will tell you how ridiculously expensive air fares can be. Now, the price of the tickets you may have bought/will…

Aircraft engine detail, representing practical safety questions in aviation. Aviation Lifestyle

Safest Seats.

Some people are terrified of air travel; they think that it is fraught with dangers. I think the most feared thing about air travel is the eventuality of…

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New Year Goals

New Year, Fresh start… It tends to be natural to set New Year’s resolutions; exercise more, eat healthier foods, spend more time with friends and family, more self-care…

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