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In this video we do a quick rundown between the different weather reporting systems used by pilots. I'm used to the ATIS, because I fly out of Class D Airspace, but I never really knew where they got the weather information form. Obviously it came from some kind of weather reporting system... but which one?
In this clip we go over a few things that can help you out in your checkride. We have a few more tricks up our sleeves, but that'll have to wait for another video.
Here are 9 + 1ish reasons pilots quit flying, and some of them are completely out of our control! I'm not sure if I would ever willingly give it up myself. .... I'm kind of vested at this point. Just need to make sure I fly safe and the planes taken care of.
In this excerpt from our live stream, we're answering the question on when should a student pilot solo? It's a great question with a somewhat complicated answer. There are typically only two schools of thought on this. We talk about both of them, and when you'll know your ready.
We're changing things up a bit with a new recording set. Super excited for how it turned out. A lot of Fly With The Guys content will be videoed here, including stand ups, live streams and maybe even a few interviews. PLUS, I make a unique piece of Aviation Art for the wall.
In this video, we're privileged to explore Rodney's Vans RV 10, which has been painted as a tribute to the United States Armed Forces.
It's incredible paint job was created by John Stahr of Artistic aviation. A TRUE military tribute airplane.
The airplane has over 30 induvial pieces of art representing the Army, Air Force, National Guard, Coast Guard, Navy and Marines. It includes iconic emblems and people of each branch. Like LT. General Chesty Puller, LT. Colonel Jeannie Leavitt, and General George Patton. Other parts of the plane have significant meaning too, and there are small details incorporated by the artist that further honor those who server. Seriously, this video hardly does the airplane justice.
Rodney is from Arizona, so you'll see little pieces of it all over. Like Pat Tillman, the USS Arizona, and the Camelback mountain range. Even his tail number hails back. N104AZ | Vans Aircraft RV 10 | For | Arizona. See what he did there?
One piece of art that I was unable to photograph is the top, where there is a missing man flying formation, but one of my favorite has to be the cowling, honoring The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
This video is monetized to help support Veterans and their families. All proceeds will now and forever be donated to the Silent Warrior Foundation, where 100% of the proceeds make it into the hands of those who need it. You can check them out at https://silentwarriorfoundation.com/
I get asked all the time what jobs are available for someone with a private pilot license, or a private pilot certificate which is what it's actually called. SO, I decided to make a video on it. All the information you need to know about earning money flying with your PPL in 2 minutes ish minutes!
UPDATE: Paragraph (g) of 61.113 does provide a way for a private pilot to have a job as a tow pilot. But, like we said in the video, most commercial operations are going to hire a commercial pilot for the job. Experience and insurance are huge factors, the latter often times prohibiting the use of private pilots.
Some of you mentioned this in the comments. Regardless, I dug in a bit more and am having a hard time finding places that actually employ private pilots in a way that it would constitute as a job. I even contacted a glider school about it and they confirmed you can make money, but not a livable wage. If you have any more information on the subject, please chime in!
DISCLAIMER: We typically put this on screen but please realize this video is for informational purposes only, please don't mistake it for actual training from a certificated instructor.
Introducing a new series here. AvGeek Brief, where we try to tell you everything you need to know in about 2 minutes. Yes... there's a timer. In this episode, were explaing what a Squawk code is and which ones to use in an emergency. PLUS, I eat a sandwich!
DISCLAIMER: We typically put this on screen but please realize this video is for informational purposes only, please don't mistake it for actual training from a certificated instructor.
Carbon Monoxide is no joke, especially when you're trapped in a cockpit with it. In this video, we talk about it with special guest Dan Bass who survived passing out from CO poisoning IN FLIGHT and survived. We go over what CO poisoning is, it's symptoms, and what you can do to alert yourself before it's too late.
We were invited to visit Fly Eagle Sport in Glendale, Arizona to help us show you guys what a Part 61 Flight School is all about. AND, just in case you're wondering, NO this isn't a sponsored video. They did a great job and showing us how a growing part 61 flight school works! We also got some EPIC air to air shots for you guys.
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I’m not gunning for the airlines (even pre-COVID.
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My name is Tony Le Claire and I am a Marine Corps veteran, a safe and proficient Commercial Pilot, a motivated Flight Instructor, and am interested in finding motivated students looking to begin their aviation journey. If you're searching for an instructor who is patient and will tailor your flight training to your needs, reach out to me anytime, I'm here to help.
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Robert Kocak
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CFII MEI for 31 years
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CFI with over 800 hours of personal instruction covering the last 15 years to include 4 locations throughout the world.
Helped over 64 pilots earn their certification and I love teaching aviation. This isn’t a time building job for me and I truly want to make safe and competent pilots. As a graduate from Embry-Riddle (both Bachelor/Masters degrees) I can leverage my training to help you get you where you want to go. See my website at Hauer flight instruction.wordpress.com
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I offer flight instruction starting at $105/h which includes the plane (C150), the fuel and myself.
I have 450hrs of dual instruction given and 6/6 checkride passes. I'm available anytime for flying!
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Training is my passion. And my highest priority is to teach you how to be a safe pilot, and how to enjoy all aspects of aviation.
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I am a friendly and outgoing person who enjoys anything to do with aviation. I graduated from ATP Flight School. In my current career I fly inmate extradition for Navajo County Sheriff as well as instruct. I love spending time with my wife and two young kids.
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I am a very patient instructor who loves to share my passion for aviation with others. My schedule is flexible, and I love to fly. I can offer very good flight instruction as I have been flying for 8 years.
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How to fly with a child without problems: detailed instructions
18 June 2018 Tips
Find out how to book a ticket correctly, what to take with you on the road and what to do with your baby.
Flight preparation
What documents are needed
To travel with a child of any age, you need:
- Identity document: birth certificate or passport, and when traveling abroad - a passport.
- Notarized consent to travel if the child travels unaccompanied by parents, adoptive parents, guardians or trustees. nine0014
- Confirmation of the possibility of air travel and the recommendation of a pediatrician - for children of the first seven days of life. This is just in case.
How to book tickets
Airlines divide child travelers into two categories: INF - infant (child under 2 years old), and CHD - child (child from 2 to 12 years old).
A child under two years of age can fly with their parents free of charge and on handles, that is, without their own seat.
In order for him to be allowed on the plane, issue an air ticket for an infant when booking. In this case, you need to indicate the age of the baby at the time of the flight. That is, if at the time of purchasing the ticket the child is 1 year and 5 months old, and at the time of departure - 2 years 1 day, then you need to buy a ticket for a child from 2 to 12 years old. nine0003
Some airlines limit the number of small children on board. Book tickets in advance so that you can choose the best seats or even fly away.
According to the rules of air transportation, one adult can carry only one child under two years of age free of charge. For each next child ticket with a separate seat is purchased.
Children from 2 to 12 years old are also issued a child ticket with a separate seat. If your child turns 12 by the time of departure, you will have to buy an adult ticket for him. nine0003
Always choose less crowded flights. It's hard to find one during the holiday season, but keep in mind that Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are the least busy flights.
If the plane turns out to be half empty, you can take more space or transfer to somewhere more free.
Where is the best place to sit on an airplane? Most often this happens within a day.
Whatever the age of the child, it is best to sit in the front rows of the aircraft: there will be less shaking during takeoffs and landings, you will get on and off faster. The most comfortable seats in economy class are in the front row. There is a lot of space and you can stretch your legs. This will be especially useful for mothers with babies: a cradle is attached to the front wall for children weighing up to 10 kg and up to 70 cm tall.
When is the best time to fly
It depends on the child. If he falls asleep easily in unfamiliar surroundings, then take a night flight. The baby will sleep through the entire flight, and you will not have to entertain, soothe and feed him. If the child is too active at night, fly during the day. He will play and have fun, and when he gets tired, he will go to bed.
Doctors and airlines do not recommend flying long distances with babies, especially those under one year old. The maximum flight time that a baby can theoretically withstand is 2.5–3.5 hours. nine0003
If you are flying with transfers or your flight is suddenly delayed, try to find other parents with children. The guys will get to know each other and find something to entertain themselves. You will only have to follow the order.
What to bring on the plane
For babies and toddlers
- Diapers.
- Wet and dry wipes.
- One spare set of clothes, just in case.
- Diaper or bedding.
- Pacifier and favorite toys. nine0014
- Moisturizing nose drops, eg Aquamaris, Marimer, Otrivin baby.
- Moisturizing cream (during the flight, the skin of babies dries out a lot).
- Food and drink: infant formula, biscuits, water, juice, compote.
- Antipyretic. Some sensitive babies may develop a fever.
For older children
- Sketchbook, coloring books, pencils or markers.
- A small book if the child likes to read. nine0014
- Favorite toys.
- Tablet or smartphone (unless the seat in front has a screen with cartoons and games). And don't forget to recharge.
- Healthy snacks and drinks never hurt.
- Travel pillow.
- Lollipops to keep ears open.
- Paper handkerchiefs and wet wipes.
In flight
How to carry a stroller
Airlines allow strollers to be carried on the plane. You can use it before boarding. nine0003
For more information about the conditions of carriage and the weight limit of the stroller, it is better to find out by calling the hotline or on the airline's website.
Where to get a bassinet and changing table
Infants are provided with bassinet. They must be ordered on the airline's website a few days before departure. Your application is reviewed and then approved or not.
The number of cradles on board is limited, and on some boats there are no attachments for their installation at all.
In this case, you can take a carrying bag on board. However, if there are no empty seats on the plane, you will have nowhere to put it. nine0003
You can change a diaper in the toilet (there is a reclining table).
How and what to feed your baby on board
If you only breastfeed your baby, then everything is clear. If the child is bottle-fed, you can take the required amount of any liquid for the baby: the transportation ban does not apply to medical medicines and baby food. You can also ask the flight attendant for warm water to dilute the mixture.
You can order baby food only when booking tickets. Children's food is always served earlier than the rest. Please note that juices from ready-made kits are cold. If your child is a picky eater, bring food that he will definitely eat. nine0003
What to do if your baby has stuffy ears
Your baby can be allowed to suck on the breast, bottle or pacifier. Give an older child a lollipop. Another way is to play fish.
Open and close your mouth like a fish does: this also relieves pressure in your ears.
What to do if a child gets motion sickness
Children under one year old rarely get motion sickness during a trip due to the special structure of the vestibular apparatus. Older children lose this magical property. If the child feels nauseous, give him a slice of lemon, water, or take anti-sickness medication before the flight. You also need to have a hygienic bag or towel on hand. nine0003
How not to get sick
The cabin contains products of fuel combustion, including carbon monoxide, ozone, which irritates the respiratory tract and exacerbates asthma symptoms, pesticides, viruses, bacteria and other microorganisms. You can protect the child from the latter with the help of oxolinic ointment. She is usually lubricated with the nasal mucosa.
How and how to entertain a child
Cartoons on a tablet or phone, coloring books with felt-tip pens and pencils, favorite toys - usually this is enough for a child.
There are exceptions and whims, so just in case, it’s better to tire the child before takeoff: on the eve of the trip, spend very active time outdoors. Then, most likely, in flight the child will go to sleep. nine0003
Some aircraft are equipped with an in-seat entertainment system. You will only have to choose a cartoon or a game. There you can also look at the map, monitor the climb, temperature overboard and other flight parameters. It is interesting even for adults.
You can also entertain your child by contemplating the view from the window or talking with other children. True, during turbulence, everyone will have to sit fastened in a chair.
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Children are learning to fly.
Airport "Begishevo" - our heavenly pier, from which we set sail towards the azure shores or on business trips.
Also at the airport there is a practical training flight site for civil aviation cadets.
In their eyes the sky is blue...
Sometimes you get so close to a childhood dream that you can grab onto it. So I was lucky to talk with the guys who are learning to fly. Made an appointment a few days in advance. I began to find out how the flight practice of the cadets takes place. I remembered how I learned tickets at a driving school and the first trips around the site. nine0003
Cloudy September morning. It rained all night. The sky began to clear up. There is only one question in my head: “flying weather today for cadets?”. I got to Begishevo. I was met by the instructor Alexander.
- Hello! Fly weather today? - I ask my first question, which haunted me.
- Of course, the wind is strong, there will be turbulence. I don't get the most reassuring answer.
While the inspection was going on, the guys had already passed the morning medical examination and were studying some Talmuds.
I took an interest in their morning reading, they answered - the flight task of today's route. It certainly sounds loud. In a simple way - they study the map of the area, the coordinates of the route and what maneuvers they must perform in flight). nine0003
Then we go up to the instructors' room. I get acquainted with the head Alexander Anatolyevich. Immediately asks questions: Do you want to fly with a cadet? - Yes. How does the body tolerate flights? - Seems to be OK. Look, today the weather is not sunny, it's windy. I have an internal struggle going on. The desire to rise into the sky persuades the mind. In the end, the answer is yes, of course.
- Well then you will be with the most experienced instructor. Let's talk after the flight.
We go with the instructor to the preflight class, he calls the cadet. nine0003
At the table, Alexander asks questions about the route. The cadet names the numbers, helping himself with his hands to tell about the upcoming flight.
I want to say right away that from that moment everyone became serious and collected, they stopped paying attention to my presence.
Take documents on board and first aid kit. We're going to the planes. On the way, Alexander gives instructions and final instructions.
Inspection D42 begins.
The instructor tells and together with the cadet checks all the details of the aircraft: they visually assess the surfaces of the aircraft for damage - all seams, rivets, flaps, landing gear. nine0003
- Always start the visual check from left to right. The screw should be without the slightest cracks and chips.
- Everything is in its place. Rivets, fasteners, as well as all moving parts of the wing, landing gear. Pay attention to every detail.
Visually the aircraft is in good condition, the instructor allows the cadet to take the pilot's seat.
Now the strangest thing has begun, they started talking in a language that is not understandable to the layman.
Only after some time I realized that all aircraft systems were being checked according to the instructions. nine0003
It took 40 minutes to check the little bird. We are ready to take off. The instructor gives the command "Key to start". The first, second engine hummed. Having asked the air traffic controller for permission to take off, we are taxiing to take off. A short acceleration, and now we are rapidly gaining altitude.
Due to cloudy weather, our flight takes place in the clouds. As they say, they flew on instruments.
In the sky Andrey gives the cadets advice, instructions: "Fight with the wind, keep the course."
We made a decent circle, flew to Chelny, turned around and went to the airport. To be frank, the plane was talking - don't worry, mom. If you have flown on passenger planes, then remember how sometimes the plane falls over sharply. It's called chatter. So, our airplane, one might say, was in a state of continuous chatter. The feeling is that you are inside a working washing machine.
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We are approaching Begishevo, the cadet is taxiing the aircraft to the runway. Now I understand the words of the instructor "fight the wind." The plane was blown away by the wind all the time. Alexander commands: "Look at the instruments, make corrections, keep the direction." Without touching the strip, we again soared to the top. With this maneuver, I grabbed the adrenaline in full. Although, when you stand on the ground, from the outside it all looks so beautiful... Again we rose to the clouds and again got on course. Andrey, smiling, turns to me and asks how I feel. I answer that not very much. Seasick. nine0193 - Good landing, hold on.
All I could do was smile back.
We make a U-turn and fly towards the runway.
We continue to chat, with a decrease in altitude it became even more noticeable. Approaching closer to the strip, the plane flew literally sideways. Visually, it seemed that we were walking past the lane. The chatter doesn't stop. A slight chill does not stop, occasionally replaced by bouts of sweating.
We flew up to the runway itself, but the plane still carries sideways to the ground. At this point, I was close to the involuntary birth of a pair of hedgehogs and an elephant. Andrey, seeing my blue-green face, calmly states:
- Strong side wind, let's land now.
Runway
Surprisingly, the landing was very, very soft. It was as if they lay down on a feather pillow. We drove out onto the taxiway - and to the parking lot. According to my feelings, the flight lasted about thirty minutes, but in fact we were in the sky for an hour and a half. The impressions and adrenaline you get can be loaded with wagons.
The instructor announces a break for 20 minutes to the cadet and leaves. Only after that, a smile appeared on the student’s face, and he asked how I felt. Told the truth. Which is not very. I stand on the ground, and the body seems to continue to fly, carefully washing all the internal organs. Let's get acquainted. My pilot's name is Bahodur, he is from Samarkand.
For as long as he can remember, he has always lived near the airport. Airplanes taking off have always been fascinating. As it turned out, this was his first flight on an aircraft of this class, only he was in a simulator. At this moment, I feel that I was sweating, not only the shirt, but also the jacket. Nevertheless, with an unwavering voice, I thank you for the wonderful flight. Bahodu turned out to be a sociable and cheerful boy from a family of aviators. I decided to follow in my father's footsteps and after school, without hesitation, I went to enter the aviation industry. He plans to return home and work with his father. nine0003
- How did you end up in Begishevo?
-Here our students practice. The airport provided good conditions for the educational institution and students.
- How do you recruit students to the university?
- To be honest, I don't deal with this aspect at all, then I ask students how they did it. It turns out that just like in any other educational institution in the country - on the basis of the Unified State Examination.
Of course, in the first place is the medical commission. So it was when I did it, and so it is now. Then a commission of psychological selection - alarmists are not needed in the sky. Then the delivery of physical training and testing of theoretical knowledge. nine0193 - Can you tell by the eyes of the guys who will be a pilot and who will not? They say that some even leave after the 4th course.
- Of course, it is loudly said that by the eyes, but there is also a saying like this: "They meet by clothes, see off by mind." In appearance it is difficult to say, but after the first flights a lot becomes clear. You can tell whether it will be easy or hard for him, how much the instructor will have to work with him and how. Anyone can be taught to fly. In the circus, bears ride bicycles. But to fly competently is already more difficult. Units, of course, are not airworthy. In civil aviation, this does not happen to be written off for unsuitability. They just say that you will always be the right pilot, the commander is the commander.
nine0193 - What can you say about the guys you have now?
- They are now in final practice, they are flying 25 hours of instrument flights. This concludes their flight training. Prior to that, they flew for 2 years on other types of aircraft, where they underwent take-off and landing training, visual orientation, general piloting, and now they have instrument piloting. They are already learning what they will do throughout their flight activities. After that, they complete their studies and receive "rights" and can get a job. nine0193 - How and what do you teach students here in the classroom?
They come here already prepared at the university. Students have already been retrained for this type of aircraft, studied its design, operation, flew off the program on the simulator. In the classroom here, we only do a couple of hours of ground training. To talk about the airfield, the procedure for performing flights, to introduce the aircraft. Although the cabin of the simulator is no different from the real one, it is live live.
Also preparation before night flights. The daily workload for a cadet is 3 hours a day. This time is more than enough for him to complete the assigned task during the training flight. The entire internship will be for 3 weeks. This is provided that there is a plane, an instructor and the weather allows us to fly. nine0193 - How many instructors do you currently have?
- There are now 13 instructors, plus a command and flight staff of 4 employees.
- You called Andrey the most experienced instructor. How is it defined?
- Each pilot has a pilot biography, where all his flights, qualification confirmations and which aircraft he is entitled to fly are entered. Everything is very strict, and even more so - to the instructors. In aviation, all manuals and instructions are written in blood. Failure to comply can lead to complex consequences. nine0003
Students also have a book that notes the passage of programs on the simulator and flights.
- Are there enough pilots trained in our country?
- I, of course, look at this question from my belfry, it has always been a far-fetched problem, there are always a lot of pilots and it is difficult for a pilot to find a job.
The fact is that everyone wants a pilot who is immediately trained for a certain type of aircraft: he sat down and flew. If you take a young pilot, then he must be trained, and this is time and money to retrain for the aircraft that is in the airline's fleet. The university does not release pilots for Boeing , Airbus or Sukhoi Superjet.
To sit at the helm, a young pilot has to study for a long time. At the same time, in order to transfer to another type of aircraft, he will again have to retrain. The pilot learns as much as he flies.
- Are there female pilots?
- Yes, there is, but a very small percentage, 5-6 girls per stream. Girls are not worse than guys mastering flight training, but my personal opinion is that this is a more “male” profession. Although everything depends on individual abilities, there are women commanders and astronauts, but they are few. nine0193 I go to the classroom, where students are sitting over maps and books.
I ask the oldest person if he is an instructor.
Turns out he's a student. He entered at the age of 27, now on the 5th year.
I ask Maria:
- Why did you enter aviation?
- As a child, I liked flying, so I entered the university, there is no romantic story.
- How many girls are studying with you?
- Very few, there are only 2 of us in the fifth year. In the first courses more, 10-15. nine0193 - So, more girls began to come to aviation?
- No, I think they have become more loyal to this attitude that the pilot is a girl. Many were weeded out by the medical commission, it is stricter towards girls.
- Do you remember your first flight?
- Of course I remember. I liked it very much. I was very lucky with the first instructor, I showed turns with a roll of 60 degrees and many elements that take your breath away in the sky.
- What do you plan to do in the future?
- Of course, I want to work in my profession, but I have no illusions. I understand that now there are more young pilots than vacancies, it will be difficult.
