For many aspiring aviators at Leading Edge Flight Academy, the journey into the skies is about the freedom of flight and the potential to make a significant impact. Transitioning from a student pilot to a volunteer pilot offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to contribute to society. Below, we explore how helicopter pilots can prepare… Continue reading From Training to Giving Back: How Flight Students Can Prepare for a Volunteer Pilot Role
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Federal Aviation Regulations Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding the Rules
The journey to becoming a pilot is thrilling, but it comes with the responsibility of understanding and adhering to federal aviation regulations (FARs). These regulations are the foundation upon which safe and legal flight operations are built. For beginners, the complexity of these rules may seem daunting, but with the right approach, they can be… Continue reading Federal Aviation Regulations Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding the Rules
Fear in the Cockpit: Overcoming Anxiety as a Student Pilot
The journey to becoming a pilot is an exhilarating path that promises the thrill of soaring above the clouds and the satisfaction of mastering complex skills. Being a student pilot means dealing with the occasional waves of anxiety and fear. Whether it’s grappling with the initial fear of the unknown or wrestling with concerns over… Continue reading Fear in the Cockpit: Overcoming Anxiety as a Student Pilot
The Business of Flying: Understanding Aviation Economics
The allure of the open skies has captivated many. However, within the thrill of flight lies a complex and multifaceted business realm. The aviation industry is a significant contributor to the global economy. It operates within a framework that demands an acute understanding of aviation economics. From aircraft acquisition to navigating fluctuating fuel costs, it’s… Continue reading The Business of Flying: Understanding Aviation Economics
Learn From the Best: LEFA Hosts Robinson Factory Pilots to Deliver Instructor Pilot Course in Bend, OR
We are excited for a truly exclusive and enriching opportunity as Leading Edge Flight Academy hosts the new Robinson Instructor Pilot Course right here at our facility. This initiative promises an unparalleled learning experience directly from the foremost experts in the field. This includes Robinson’s Chief Flight Instructor and a handpicked team of experienced factory… Continue reading Learn From the Best: LEFA Hosts Robinson Factory Pilots to Deliver Instructor Pilot Course in Bend, OR