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Everyday Test Flying

The stereotypical image of a test pilot is a Yeageresque individual in a flight suit with a test card strapped to one knee, ...
When an airplane flies, the wings are designed to provide enough lift to overcome the airplane’s weight, so the plane doesn’t ...
— -- Question: Is it true that flying a commercial jet, aside from all of the many checks you need to constantly be watching, is as easy or even easier than driving a car? I've heard this a few ...
Think real glasses, silverware and -- gasp -- legroom! — -- Remember when flying was fun? In a week that saw three planes diverted because of passenger disputes over reclining seats, you probably ...
Initially skeptical of modern aircraft, the old-school pilot author overcame their bias by undergoing training with Texas Top Aviation and experiencing a Cirrus SR20 G6 firsthand. Texas Top Aviation, ...