SCFC Events
Understanding Density and Pressure Altitude
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:As pilots, we love altitude. So much that we've created a bunch of different kinds of altitude: true altitude, absolute altitude, indicated altitude, assigned altitude, and two kinds of confusing
Key West to California: Westbound Across America
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:Most of us have only been on cross-country flights closer than 300 miles away from our home airport. Only a few of us venture to fly even longer distances. Flying
My 172 May Help Me Survive
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:If disaster strikes, you might be forced to land the airplane in the middle of nowhere. What happens next? You try to call for help, but nothing shows up. It’s
Journey To Oshkosh: Flying Yourself To The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:ach year, EAA holds the world's most renowned airshow in Oshkosh. This event boasts thousands of unique aircraft, presenters, and new learning experiences. Ambitious pilots may consider flying themselves to
Gaining Confidence in Your Flight Training: The Use of Home Flight Simulators
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:Most people are used to the idea of school-based flight simulators in flight training, especially for an instrument rating. But there are many great reasons to take advantage of home-based
Hazards of Frost and Icing
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:Flying along, you might think it's a beautiful crisp winter day until suddenly you take a peek at the beautiful scenery below and see frost on your wingtip. What are
Hidden Dangers of Cordless Screwdrivers, Impact Drivers, and Other Electrical Tools
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:It’s 2020. There are all manner of useful devices for working on cars and airplanes. But pilots and mechanics should know the hidden dangers. Aviation fuels, lubricants, and cleaners
Reaching For The Sky, How I Became an Airline Pilot
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:From piston props to jumbo jets, many people dream of becoming an airline pilot. But what does it take to get there? Randall Walliser has been involved in aviation for
What’s up at Palo Alto? Palo Alto Tower Operations
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:Palo Alto Airport is the busiest GA airport in the Bay Area. Palo Alto is unique with new taxiways, complicated airspace, and forever changing conditions. Along with any
IFR Confidence Skills, Knowing how to Analyze Approach Plates
San Carlos Flight Center , Select a Country:Flying IFR brings its own sets of challenges. From managing your navigation to handling the radios, and flying the approach into your destination airport. As pilots, we need to be