Time & Cost: How long does it really take to earn your PPL?
The Journey to Earning Your PPL: More Than Just Hours in the Sky Earning your wings as a freshly minted Private Pilot, secures your...
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Telani Lithgow
Jan 22, 20211 min read
Do you need Matric to become a Pilot?
The short answer is no, you do not need a Matric Certificate to learn to fly, but you may encounter some situations where it is necessary.
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Telani Lithgow
Dec 15, 20203 min read
What is Manifold Pressure?
You will be introduced to Manifold Pressure - MP, when you convert to a Complex Aircraft, ie one with a Variable Pitch. Many variable...
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Telani Lithgow
Nov 10, 20204 min read
How long does it take to become a pilot?
If you have ever wondered how long it takes to become a pilot, you may be surprised by the answer...
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Telani Lithgow
Nov 7, 20204 min read
The Bernoulli Principle
The Bernoulli Principle, also known as the Venturi Effect, was developed by the Swiss Mathematician Daniel Bernoulli. His theory explains..
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Telani Lithgow
Oct 27, 20203 min read
VFR departure clearance explained
It can be daunting when Tower rattles off a departure clearance that you are not prepared for. Starting your flight "on the back foot" is
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Telani Lithgow
Oct 21, 20202 min read
The difference between a Skills Test & Competency Check, & how Recency fits in.
There are three terms used around keeping your PPL valid. These are:
Skills Test
Competency Check and
Recency
In a nutshell, the difference
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Telani Lithgow
Oct 6, 20203 min read
A Pilot's Airhostess debriefing
The fact is, that whenever you are carrying one or more passenger, it is your responsibility as the pilot to make sure your pax know what do
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Telani Lithgow
Sep 22, 20202 min read
PPL to IFR CPL Calculator
Are you a PPL working towards your IFR CPL?
Would you like a FREE CALCULATOR to help you work out the exact hours you need of each type..
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Telani Lithgow
Sep 22, 20202 min read
PPL to VFR CPL Calculator
Are you a PPL working towards your VFR CPL?
Would you like a FREE CALCULATOR to help you work out the exact hours you need of each type..
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Telani Lithgow
Sep 15, 20204 min read
How to Sideslip Smoothly
The SIDESLIP can be an uncomfortable maneuver if performed incorrectly, but if you know how to do it right, it is a valuable tool in ...
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Telani Lithgow
Sep 6, 20205 min read
4 paths to your PPL
There are a few roads you can take to earning your Private Pilot License (PPL). Full time, part time, NPL first, then PPL, exams first...
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Telani Lithgow
Aug 11, 20202 min read
The LIFT formula
Bring everything together, and you will find that everything affects everything else in flight.
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Telani Lithgow
Aug 11, 20205 min read
Newton's Laws in flight
Newton's Laws of Motion are often understood to be three separate parts. The truth is they describe different aspects of a single motion...
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Telani Lithgow
Aug 10, 20204 min read
Density Altitude Calculation
Why calculate DENSITY ALTITUDE? Because it can mean the difference between flying and crashing. Here's why...
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Telani Lithgow
Jul 29, 20203 min read
Is the ONLINE Restricted Radio Course enough to pass your exam?
YES. At least the one offered on this website is. That's the whole point.
If you are training in a small to medium size Flight School, ..
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Telani Lithgow
Jul 28, 20204 min read
How to Fold Your Aviation Map for Optimal Use in the Cockpit
There is nothing worse than an impractically folded map in a small cockpit. If you can follow this chart folding method, then...
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Telani Lithgow
Jul 22, 20204 min read
How to Choose your Flight School
Choosing the right flight school is vital for your foundation. There are a number of important aspects to consider.
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Telani Lithgow
Jul 22, 20202 min read
18 PPL Flight Training Exercises
There are a number of flight briefings you will receive during your "ab initio" PPL (private pilot license) flight training. The PPL...
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Telani Lithgow
Jul 14, 20204 min read
Deciphering NOTAMs
A NOTAM is a "Notice to Airmen" The point of a NOTAM is to provide the most up to date information about an airfield, or anything else that
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