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Captain Rebecca Lobach, a dedicated military officer, tragically died in a helicopter accident, reflecting her ambition and the risks faced by service members.

Kent plane skids off runway and crosses road - as pilot, 79, comes out unharmed

The accident resulted from the pilot's high workload during a go-around, leading to excessive speed during landing and subsequent aircraft overrun.

British Airways opens job applications for aspiring pilots with free training

British Airways is offering aspiring pilots the chance to train for free through its Speedbird Pilot Academy.

An off-duty pilot stepped in to help fly a Boeing 737 after the first officer fell ill mid-flight

An off-duty pilot successfully assisted in safely landing a flight after the first officer became ill mid-flight.

Third Black Hawk crew member involved in deadly crash near DC airport identified

Captain Rebecca Lobach, a dedicated military officer, tragically died in a helicopter accident, reflecting her ambition and the risks faced by service members.

Kent plane skids off runway and crosses road - as pilot, 79, comes out unharmed

The accident resulted from the pilot's high workload during a go-around, leading to excessive speed during landing and subsequent aircraft overrun.

British Airways opens job applications for aspiring pilots with free training

British Airways is offering aspiring pilots the chance to train for free through its Speedbird Pilot Academy.

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WWII airstrip in Central California sold. It was 'the country club of training bases'

Eagle Field, once a WWII pilot training airstrip in California, has been sold, ending its history as a notable training and recreational venue.

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Fully autonomous planes could be coming to a flight near you-and that's not a good thing

Aircraft manufacturers are pursuing increasing automation, potentially reducing pilot numbers, but safety must prioritize keeping traditional pilot roles intact.

Last Week's Tragic Plane Crash Was a Long Time Coming

The recent plane crash highlights gaps in aviation safety preparedness and reflects a broader societal tendency to shift blame rather than engage in meaningful reflection.

Joby Aviation receives FAA approval for flight academy

Joby Aviation is advancing towards launching commercial electric air taxi services with key certifications for pilot training and safety management.

Fully autonomous planes could be coming to a flight near you-and that's not a good thing

Aircraft manufacturers are pursuing increasing automation, potentially reducing pilot numbers, but safety must prioritize keeping traditional pilot roles intact.

Last Week's Tragic Plane Crash Was a Long Time Coming

The recent plane crash highlights gaps in aviation safety preparedness and reflects a broader societal tendency to shift blame rather than engage in meaningful reflection.

Joby Aviation receives FAA approval for flight academy

Joby Aviation is advancing towards launching commercial electric air taxi services with key certifications for pilot training and safety management.

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US Army looking to see if new tech can make its workhorse Black Hawk helicopters easier to fly, with or without pilots

The US Army is enhancing Black Hawk helicopters with new technology from Skyryse to improve safety and pilot training.

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Ukraine: Zelenskyy says F-16 combat jets already in use DW 08/04/2024

Ukraine deployed F-16 jets for defense against Russia; more needed for pilots' training.

Getting more F-16s is only half the battle. Ukraine also desperately needs to be training more pilots.

Ukraine requires additional trained pilots to establish a reliable F-16 fighter fleet as current training bottlenecks jeopardize effectiveness.

New French Mirage fighter jets could help Ukraine skirt one of the biggest roadblocks for the F-16 program

France will send Mirage jets to Ukraine and train its pilots, providing vital support amid delays in F-16 training programs.

Ukraine isn't flying the most dangerous missions with its F-16s because the pilots are still new to the fighter, US general says

Ukraine's F-16s are currently used in less dangerous air-defense missions due to pilot inexperience.

Ukraine: Zelenskyy says F-16 combat jets already in use DW 08/04/2024

Ukraine deployed F-16 jets for defense against Russia; more needed for pilots' training.

Getting more F-16s is only half the battle. Ukraine also desperately needs to be training more pilots.

Ukraine requires additional trained pilots to establish a reliable F-16 fighter fleet as current training bottlenecks jeopardize effectiveness.

New French Mirage fighter jets could help Ukraine skirt one of the biggest roadblocks for the F-16 program

France will send Mirage jets to Ukraine and train its pilots, providing vital support amid delays in F-16 training programs.

Ukraine isn't flying the most dangerous missions with its F-16s because the pilots are still new to the fighter, US general says

Ukraine's F-16s are currently used in less dangerous air-defense missions due to pilot inexperience.

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Harvard cadet set to soar - Harvard Gazette

Faith Schmidt is a third-generation military member who received a pilot slot in the Air Force, continuing her family's legacy of service.

Meet the trainees paying $136,000 to become the next generation of airline pilots

Skyborne is poised to meet the growing demand for pilots amid a projected global shortage due to pandemic-induced layoffs and retirements.

Why Did a Pilot Crash a Passenger Jet Into the French Alps?

Extreme mental health disorders can lead to catastrophic acts of violence, as seen in the Germanwings crash.

Craving notoriety is common among mass shooters and perpetrators of large-scale violence.

The One Thing That Wrecks Ukraine's F16's Air Force

F-16s are ideal for Ukraine, but pilot training is a major bottleneck.

Ukraine's pilot pipeline is limited, with only about 20 pilots being trained this year.

Training and maintaining F-16s require time, resources, and infrastructure, which can't be rushed.

The FAA is investigating a new incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 8 jet in midair

A Boeing 737 Max 8 experienced a rare Dutch roll mid-flight but landed safely, prompting an FAA investigation.

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An off-duty pilot stepped in to help fly a Boeing 737 after the first officer fell ill mid-flight

Third Black Hawk crew member involved in deadly crash near DC airport identified

Kent plane skids off runway and crosses road - as pilot, 79, comes out unharmed

British Airways opens job applications for aspiring pilots with free training

An off-duty pilot stepped in to help fly a Boeing 737 after the first officer fell ill mid-flight

Third Black Hawk crew member involved in deadly crash near DC airport identified

Kent plane skids off runway and crosses road - as pilot, 79, comes out unharmed

British Airways opens job applications for aspiring pilots with free training

WWII airstrip in Central California sold. It was 'the country club of training bases'

Fully autonomous planes could be coming to a flight near you-and that's not a good thing

Last Week's Tragic Plane Crash Was a Long Time Coming

Joby Aviation receives FAA approval for flight academy

Fully autonomous planes could be coming to a flight near you-and that's not a good thing

Last Week's Tragic Plane Crash Was a Long Time Coming

Joby Aviation receives FAA approval for flight academy

US Army looking to see if new tech can make its workhorse Black Hawk helicopters easier to fly, with or without pilots

Ukraine: Zelenskyy says F-16 combat jets already in use DW 08/04/2024

Getting more F-16s is only half the battle. Ukraine also desperately needs to be training more pilots.

New French Mirage fighter jets could help Ukraine skirt one of the biggest roadblocks for the F-16 program

Ukraine isn't flying the most dangerous missions with its F-16s because the pilots are still new to the fighter, US general says

Ukraine: Zelenskyy says F-16 combat jets already in use DW 08/04/2024

Getting more F-16s is only half the battle. Ukraine also desperately needs to be training more pilots.

New French Mirage fighter jets could help Ukraine skirt one of the biggest roadblocks for the F-16 program

Ukraine isn't flying the most dangerous missions with its F-16s because the pilots are still new to the fighter, US general says

Harvard cadet set to soar - Harvard Gazette

Meet the trainees paying $136,000 to become the next generation of airline pilots

Why Did a Pilot Crash a Passenger Jet Into the French Alps?

The One Thing That Wrecks Ukraine's F16's Air Force

The FAA is investigating a new incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 8 jet in midair

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