Articles from Jamie

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Commercial Pilot
Side Slips vs. Forward Slips

It's easy to confuse a forward slip with a side slip. Here's an easy way to tell them apart.

September 4, 2025 by Jamie Beckett

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Commercial Pilot
Airspeed vs. Ground Speed: Sailing on a River of Air

Ground speed, airspeed, heading and ground track are critical to preflight planning. Especially when terms are confused.

June 24, 2025 by Jamie Beckett

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Private Pilot
Radio Communications Are Established. Or are they?

What are the magic words a pilot needs to hear in order to enter certain controlled airspaces?

May 29, 2025 by Jamie Beckett

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Commercial Pilot
De-Stressing the Test

Why should you do your best on the Knowledge Test?

May 13, 2025 by Jamie Beckett

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Commercial Pilot
Time Building - Can You Split Time and Expenses?

Flying is expensive and that can create a challenge for pilots trying to build time as they advance in their careers.

April 15, 2025 by Jamie Beckett