Pilots Have to ‘Fess Up When It Comes to DUI

FAA Plays Big Brother in Aviation   We all know that drinking and driving don’t mix well, but the combination can have double the...

FAA User Fees Rile General Aviation

The Eternal User Fee Debate   Just when general aviation pilots were hoping the debate was over, the proposed federal budget for 2011 is...

WAAS: The Quiet Changeover to a Satellite System

FAA Certifies 1000th WAAS Approach   The Federal Aviation Association (www.faa.gov) recently hit a major milestone in the move toward a...

General Aviation: The Changes Since 9/11

In the wake of the September 11, 2001 tragedy, general aviation security was immediately thrust into scrutiny.  The Aircraft Owners and Pilots...

The Pilot’s Vision Check-Up: Good Sight for a Safe Flight

The Certified Pilot’s Aviation Medical Exam   Federal regulations require that all certified pilots undergo an aviation medical exam every...

Why Do Pilots Face Radiation Risks?

The Scary “R” Word: Radiation   It ends up that pilots have some potential health concerns beyond odd sleep schedules and noise...