In our first two reports on this deadly weather phenomena of windshear, we examined the threats it has to aircraft, the dangers, and ways to be more aware of its presence. In this article, we examine some strategies pilots can use to avoid the deadly effects of windshear as part of our series on weather….
We’re going to continue our wind shear series on meteorological topics by discussing how to be recognize the potential for wind shear near an airport. As previously discussed in our first part of Windshear Dangers, this type of weather phenomena can have disastrous effects on aircraft. Other than the obvious dangers of crashing, aircraft can…
Some information was taken from our Commercial Pilot Ground School Course. Windshear occurs in all directions, but for convenience it is measured along the vertical and horizontal axis, thus becoming vertical and horizontal windshear: Vertical windshear: Variations of the horizontal wind component along the vertical axis, resulting in turbulence that may affect the aircraft airspeed…
This topic on in-flight instruction is designed for students who are looking at completing the flight instructor rating. The ground school for the Class 4 Flight instructor rating can begin once the CPL flight test and written exam are completed. To help with the CPL training, we recommend joining our CPL Ground School course here….
Canadian Flight Trainers and NIZUS both help students pass their Transport Canada exams to earn licenses, but we have a lot of differences that separate us. Let’s compare and examine. Online Ground School Canadian Flight Trainers CFT offers a Private Pilot Ground School, Commercial Pilot Ground School, PSTAR Preparation Course, and ROC-A exam services. Their…
WWFC – Waterloo Wellington Flight Center WWFC, or Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre, is a flight training unit located at the Waterloo International Airport (CYKF) in Waterloo, Ontario. The flight school has connections with the University of Waterloo to join in their Geography and Aviation and Science and Aviation programs. The flight school has reputable connections…
Canadian Flight Trainers and Pilot Training CA are both online ground school providers for pilots in Canada. We compare the two in real time and make a decision as to who is better and why. Read on to learn more. Online Ground School Offerings Canadian Flight Trainers Canadian Flight Trainers started offering services in late…
How much pilots make in Canada will vary depending on experience and line of work. Once pilots complete their commercial pilot ground school, write their exam, complete their flight test, and earn their license, they are eligible to start flying for hire, or commercially in Canada. Lets start with your possible first job and work…
The weight shift formula is an important part of understanding your weight and balance and is crucial for pilots flying with passengers and baggage. This equation must be known by all commercial pilots when studying for the CPAER Exam, so let’s look into how to use the weight shift formula. The weight shift formula can…
The CRFI, or Canadian Runway Friction Index is a scale from 0 to 1 indicating how slippery a runway is. Information is adapted from the Aeronautical Information Manual which is freely available online. This material is also used in our PPL and CPL Online Ground school courses. Reduced Runway Coefficients of Friction and Aircraft Performance…
