by Charlie Gasmire | Dec 14, 2021 | Aviation FAQs
Longtime pilots usually have lots of aviation experience under their belt, generally making them safer, wiser, and better prepared for the many scenarios flying can throw at them. But as they age, pilots may also face health challenges, including deterioration of...
by Charlie Gasmire | Nov 5, 2021 | Pilot Advice
I recently had a phone call and email exchange with an air traffic controller named Mike, who has worked in several different ATC roles in the San Antonio, Texas region. He is currently an approach controller but has worked in many different functions. We talked for...
by Charlie Gasmire | Oct 27, 2021 | Aviation FAQs, Pilot Advice
On the surface it may seem that bus drivers and airline pilots have essentially the same job: they follow a predetermined route according to a specific schedule to get passengers to their destination as quickly, safely, and uneventfully as possible. So does this make...
by Charlie Gasmire | Oct 1, 2021 | Aviation FAQs
Image Source Gliders are one of the earliest forms of manned aircraft, flying without the benefit of an engine or generating lift of their own. Gliders’ ability to stay aloft is primarily dependent on available lift along the intended route, with glider and pilot...
by Charlie Gasmire | Oct 1, 2021 | Aviation FAQs
Image Credit The fun (and the challenge) of gliders is that they soar without the use of an engine. Inevitably, they all eventually run out of lift and return to the ground. But during that beautiful flight, how long can a glider fly for? The average glider...
