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FLYING LESSONS for July 17, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for July 17, 2025

Topics this week include: << Right-seater << Custom checklist << Washout Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific airplane have little direct… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for July 10, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for July 10, 2025

Topics this week include: >> Shaky Cessna >> They still know >> How and why Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for July 3, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for July 3, 2025

Topics this week include: >> Everybody knows. >> Very stable >> Information…confirmed Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific airplane have little… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for June 26, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for June 26, 2025

Topics this week include: >> Power Priorities >>FLY THE AIRPLANE and AIM SOMEWHERE >>On the barber pole Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for June 19, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for June 19, 2025

Topics this week include: >> All that pilot stuff >> When compliance isn’t possible. >> Stop talking about safety Download this report in a pdf This week’s LESSONS: As promised last week, let’s catch up on reader insights and go straight to the Debrief. Questions? Comments? Supportable opinions? Let us know… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for June 12, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for June 12, 2025

Topics this week include: > The height of flying season > 53-22-6 > Snapshot LESSONS Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for June 5, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for June 5, 2025

This week’s topics include: > Three webinars > Finding TOD > At least Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific airplane have… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for May 29, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for May 29, 2025

Topics this week include: > Early Analysis > Approach category > The spirit of the rule Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for May 22, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for May 22, 2025

Topics this week include: > The inevitable result > Four recommendations > Resultant force Download this report in a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of a specific airplane… Read More

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FLYING LESSONS for May 8, 2025

FLYING LESSONS for May 8, 2025

Topics this week include: > LESSONS from Down Under > Know thy aircraft > “I failed IMSAFE” Download this report as a pdf FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances.  In most cases design characteristics of… Read More

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Disclaimer

FLYING LESSONS uses recent mishap reports to consider what might have contributed to accidents, so you can make better decisions if you face similar circumstances. In most cases design characteristics of a specific airplane have little direct bearing on the possible causes of aircraft accidents—but knowing how your airplane’s systems respond can make the difference in your success as the scenario unfolds. Apply these FLYING LESSONS to the specific airplane you fly.

Verify all technical information before applying it to your aircraft or operation, with manufacturers’ data and recommendations taking precedence. You are pilot in command, and are ultimately responsible for the decisions you make.