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1. Last Chance to Save $100 on the Lightspeed Zulu 3 Headset.
Time is running out to take advantage of an incredible deal on an incredible headset. Experience crystal-clear communication and advanced noise reduction with a headset designed for safety and comfort in the cockpit. The Lightspeed Zulu 3, with full Bluetooth features, is now just $799 and it ships for free. Hurry, this special ends Monday!
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2. Quiz: Cold Weather Operations.
As winter sets in, the challenges of cold weather flying become a reality that pilots face. Staying sharp and informed about winter flying conditions is more important than ever to ensure safe and efficient operations in the colder months.
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3. An Icy Saab Story.
Every flight behind us was now diverting and the controller was busy shipping them off frequency towards their diversions. The FO and I quickly agreed that we would leave the flaps as they were and fly it onto the runway as it was. While I can’t recall the speed, it was well over the normal range (160 kts perhaps). I asked the FO how it was flying, as he had turned off the autopilot shortly after entering the freezing rain.
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4. Top 10 Mistakes iPad Pilots Make.
Everyone was once a beginner with the iPad (even if some of us don’t like to admit it). And like most things in life, we move from beginner to expert by trial and error. Along the way, many of us made some mistakes with the iPad and aviation apps. But don’t feel bad – most pilots make the same ones at least once. Here’s our list of the 10 most common mistakes.
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5. Descent Planning Strategies for Safe and Smooth Arrivals.
Descent planning is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of managing your flight. And if not planned properly, a poorly executed descent can present challenges and unnecessary risks when transitioning to an approach or the traffic pattern. Pilots must consider a variety of factors, including terrain, weather, airspace constraints, and aircraft performance, to ensure a smooth and safe descent.
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