Branching, decision making scenario during hot summer weather where you (the pilot) need to make decisions along a 300-nm route about thunderstorm weather that may become an issue. Decisions include facing potential pop-up thunderstorms, facing degrading weather, facing life threatening weather. Poor/good/better/best explanations for decision points given. Scenario is accompanies by a short course chapter on thunderstorm avoidance strategies, resources, and a 10 question quiz.
This free, interactive course provides practical suggestions to help secure your aircraft from crime and possible terrorist exploitation, and to protect general aviation’s reputation by employing industry best practices. Spend approximately 30 minutes learning what you can do to improve the security of your aircraft and your airport.
**Attention flight instructors, ground instructors, and flight school employees: you must retake and pass the quiz at the end of this course to update the date on your completion certificate (for recurring TSA Security Awareness Training purposes). ASI's eFIRC also qualifies for this awareness training. Learn more by visiting our page eFIRC.com**
IFR training teaches pilots to focus on flying the airplane within very precise parameters. But it often overlooks practical tips that help to reduce pilot workload. In this course, we'll go beyond the textbooks and discuss how to fly more safely in the IFR system by identifying the techniques and procedures used by seasoned pilots, instructors, and air traffic controllers in the real world.
Each year poor transition training contributes to a number of accidents when pilots attempt to fly airplanes or avionics they’ve never flown before. In this course, learn ways to manage and reduce your risks.
Some of aviation's worst accidents have happened on the ground. In this course, we take an in-depth look at safe airport operations, with special emphasis on tricky situations from the real world of cockpit distractions, confusing taxiways, and miscommunication.
Far too often, pilots find themselves caught in the deadly trap of low ceilings and poor visibility. In this course, we cover the basic weather knowledge you need to avoid such conditions, as well as real-life issues that can influence your decision making.
You're passionate about flying. And maybe, you've toyed with the idea of using your flying skills to help out others. But, what does it take to become a volunteer pilot? The course's flight profiles and interactive decision-making scenarios quickly help you understand how volunteer flying demands professionalism and responsibility—far beyond that of a leisurely personal flight. Learn how to mitigate pressures and recognize treacherous mindsets that could cause harm. Become an expert at managing risk. You'll be rewarded with the knowledge that your passengers' safety and comfort are well cared for.
Getting a handle on aerodynamics doesn’t have to involve dry textbooks and dense equations. In this course, you’ll learn need-to-know concepts that will help you avoid unintentional stalls and spins.
It’s critical to be well versed on any type of airspace that lies in your path. This comprehensive course covers everything you need to know to keep your pilot certificate (and yourself) safe.
In flying, making the right choices isn't always easy. This course offers some simple but effective ways to improve your aeronautical decision making skills-no psychology degree required!
Radio communication is one of a pilot's core skills—and a cornerstone of safe flying. This course covers both VFR and IFR radio operations and will help you communicate properly, efficiently, and effectively from the cockpit.
Get instant access to Flight Training's special issue titled You Can Fly: Your Path to Become a Pilot.
This beginning pilots' resource guide explains what you can expect from your introductory flight through initial training— and how to turn your dream of flying into reality. Simply enter your name and email address.
Get instant access to Flight Training's special issue titled You Can Fly: Your Path to Become a Pilot. This beginning pilots' resource guide explains what you can expect from your introductory flight through initial training—and how to turn your dream of flying into reality. Simply enter your name and email address.