Ryan F.

I can't argue your points - financially, completely valid. Ever think about working at a 142 like FSI or CAE? The money is...

It's the challenge we've wrestled with for many generations of pilots -- we lose most of our good instructors to other career paths...

I have had some challenges with Database Concierge too, here and there over the last 8 years or so. It seems like some of the recent GP...

You’re not necessarily one of a kind, but that’s a unique perspective. I see glass to steam all the time - it’s one of the common...

I've owned my own light GA aircraft for 24 years. I wouldn't have it any other way; it's been a marvelous experience. Is it practical...

With a background in specialized spin/upset recovery courses and aerobatics (owned a Pitts Special) I was always curious how it would be...

Normal cycles - personally speaking, I don’t think this particular “trough” will be very dramatic. It’s still an excellent time...

I've done some number of practical tests for private pilot, ASEL applicants in late generation Cirrus SR-22s (including SR-22T). In all...

I taught and checked the GNS430 for so many years that it's still second nature to me personally. But to your point, yes, the "next...

Don’t confuse procedure with technique. The procedure is to fly the appropriate speed and touch down at the appropriate spot. There are...

I’ve had some “over-endorsed” applicants and didn’t send any feedback to the instructor, primarily because they weren’t there to receive...

That’s the quick short-cut to the end of the conversation, but I was curious what the thought process/justification was around...

No, it isn't. 61.31(l)

Why would it be required for a commercial practical test and not private pilot?

Good instructors tend to be available/around/accessible on the day of their student’s practical test…. Thank you!