Category: Proficiency
Articles about pilot proficiency.

20 Common Mistakes Pilots Make When Flying Traffic Patterns
Last Updated on January 25, 2026 by pilotdiscovery Flying the traffic pattern is one of the first skills student pilots learn—and one of the last

DECIDE: An Essential Tool In Every Pilot’s Safety Arsenal
Last Updated on August 16, 2024 by As a pilot, ensuring the safety of your flights is of paramount importance. In emergency situations, quick decision-making

How Can Pilots Make Their Passengers Comfortable In Flight?
Last Updated on February 9, 2024 by Once you get your private pilot license, you no doubt will be looking to share your love of

What do you do if you get lost while flying?
Last Updated on February 9, 2024 by In this day and age, with all of the advances in modern technology at our disposal, such as

Is The WINGS Program Worth It?
Last Updated on February 9, 2024 by The aviation community is divided into two camps on the issue of flight proficiency: There are those who

Can You Fail A Biennial Flight Review?
Last Updated on February 9, 2024 by The biennial flight review can be a veritable cause of trepidation for many pilots. This is particularly the