[quiz-cat id="2200"] Introduction The definition for airports refers to any area of land or water used or intended for landing or takeoff of aircraft. This includes, within the five categories...
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Introduction Aeronautical decision-making (ADM) is decision-making in a unique environment—aviation. It is a systematic approach to the mental process used by pilots to consistently determine...
How many questions can you get right? Test your atmospheric physics knowledge on the atmosphere, temperature, and changes of state. [quiz-cat id="1957"]
There are several forces that effect air parcels in an air mass. These forces are what cause the wind to blow in the first place and will have some affect on wind speed and direction. They also...
Physiological Factors (Including Drugs and Alcohol) Affecting Pilot Performance
Introduction 14 CFR part 107 does not allow operation of small UA if the remote PIC, the person manipulating the controls, or Visual Observer (VO) is unable to safely carry out his or her...
Emergency Procedures & Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft
Introduction An inflight emergency is usually an unexpected and unforeseen event that can have serious consequences for an unprepared remote pilot. During an emergency, a remote pilot is permitted...