Flying Blind and Loving It
Instrument flying separates capable pilots from exceptional ones. The ability to navigate and operate aircraft solely by reference to instruments, without visual contact with the...
Nobody Thanks Tanker Pilots But Everyone Needs Them
Military aviation has a hierarchy everyone understands but nobody says out loud. Fighters get the glory. Bombers get the mystique. And tanker pilots? They make...
Which Service Has the Best Flight School
Picking a commissioning source for military aviation has gotten complicated with all the options and opinions flying around. As someone who spent years around pilot...
Ranking the Best Military Aircraft to Fly
From tankers to fighters, helicopters to heavy lifters, military aviation offers diverse aircraft and missions. Each platform shapes careers differently, demanding unique skills while offering...
What Airlines Really Think About Military Pilots
Military pilots transition to commercial aviation in greater numbers each year. Airlines actively recruit military aviators, valuing their discipline, training, and experience. But the pathway...
How to Actually Get a Pilot Slot
Competition for Undergraduate Pilot Training slots is fierce. Selection boards evaluate thousands of candidates annually, with acceptance rates often below 20%. Understanding what boards actually...
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