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Carlsbad pilot is sole U.S. survivor of WWII women’s flying auxiliary

When author Becky Aikman decided in 2019 to write a book about the 25 American female pilots who flew planes for the Royal Air Force during World War II, she discovered that all but one of the women ...
Flying

Where Is the Best Place to Get Flight Training?

Identify your flight training goals (hobby, career, etc.) first, as the "best" training program is subjective and depends on your individual needs. Accelerated academy programs are suitable for career ...
Newsweek

Woman Fears Flying—Passenger’s Dog Senses Anxiety, and Everything Changes

A woman who was feeling anxious about flying was unexpectedly helped by a fellow passenger with four legs and a wagging tail. Social media user Sophie shared a video on TikTok (@sophie444.jpg) from ...
Flying

Seasonal Starts: Timing Your Flight Training for Success

Local weather patterns and seasonality significantly impact flight training progress and costs, with spring/summer generally optimal for private pilot (VFR) training to avoid delays. Aspiring pilots ...
The Aviationist

Training of U.S. Air Force’s Student Pilots Progresses in Italy

Ten U.S. students are now enrolled at the International Flight Training School to complete a 133-day Basic Jet Training course in the T-346A Master. Following an agreement with the Italian Air Force ...