Weather, Engines, Terrain: Pilot Calls in the Toughest Minutes
Why pilots train for “the toughest minutes”
Ask any captain and they’ll tell you: routine flights are won during planning; tough flights are won in...
ETOPS/EDTO 240–370 for Polar Routes: What You Actually Need (from someone who’s plotted these...
The first time I drew a polar arc that shaved an hour off the schedule, I remember the room going silent when the dispatcher...
Exploring the World’s Most Remote Airstrips
For those with a thirst for adventure and a fascination with aviation, the world's most remote airstrips offer an unparalleled thrill. These isolated landing...
Chasing the Dawn: A Pilot’s Favorite Sunrise Stories
For those who’ve ever dreamed of flying through the heavens, few experiences can match the magic of sunrise flying. The cockpit view at dawn...
Aerial Volcano Tours: Witnessing Nature’s Fury from Above
Few experiences rival the awe and wonder of observing an active volcano from the air. Aerial volcano tours provide a unique perspective, offering adventurers...
The Best Month for Hot Air Balloon Rides—From a pilot who’s chased dawn air...
The first time I climbed into a balloon basket at 5:15 a.m., the ground crew handed me a coffee and whispered the only forecast...
