Pilots new to the SF Bay area sometimes feel uncomfortable communicating with controllers in busier Class B and C airports. Let’s address that. Let’s talk about radio communications and help
With global pollution on the rise, airplanes are unfortunately one of the main contributors. Exhaust, noise, lead emissions, etc. What solutions are being done about this? Luckily solutions are on
Winter is here with all its IMC. The game is real and this is what we train for. You probably have a general understanding of IFR charts including Victor airways
There is a great sharing of information and stories whenever two or more pilots come together. Hangar talk has a long history in passing down tips and advice from one
No seminar due to Christmas and New Years. Please Note SCFC office is also CLOSED on December 25th, December 26th, and January 1st. The office will be closing early December
Meeting the requirements for a new FAA pilot certificate is a huge accomplishment that gives the certificate holder an exciting set of privileges. However, terms and conditions apply: there are
A pilot learns to fly using the whole brain. Ground knowledge has to be absorbed and understood, and complex muscle memory skills need to be acquired to the point of
Students and new pilots are increasingly flying with computer tablets, and using software that replaces paper charts and documents with the digital equivalents. These applications, such as ForeFlight, are extremely
Flying in a 182 to the mountains might seem like the adventure of a lifetime, but how about flying a TBM 930 throughout Europe? For one Bay Area pilot, this
What is the most intense job interview you have ever had? When you knew you really wanted the position but also knew that one wrong answer would get your resume
