flying tips | Hartzell Propeller Airplane Propeller and Aircraft Propeller Systems Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:58:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hartzellprop.com/wp-content/uploads/logo2-60x60.png flying tips | Hartzell Propeller 32 32 Top 3 Reasons to Love Flying in the Fall https://hartzellprop.com/top-3-reasons-to-love-flying-in-the-fall/ Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:58:39 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=23828 There's something special about taking to the skies during the autumn. Here are three great reasons to love flying in the fall.

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]]> 4 Tips for Planning Spring Flights https://hartzellprop.com/tips-for-planning-spring-flights/ Thu, 27 May 2021 19:47:06 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=22194 Do you have a case of spring flying fever? You’re not alone! As the weather warms up, it’s prime time for general aviation pilots to take their aircraft out of winter hibernation and return to the skies. But despite all the benefits spring has to offer, this season can also present some unique flying challenges. […]

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]]> Balancing Act: 10 Weight and Balance Terms to Know https://hartzellprop.com/weight-and-balance-terms-to-know/ Fri, 08 Nov 2019 21:50:44 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19895 Understanding the weight and balance limits of your aircraft is critical to flight safety. Exceeding an aircraft’s maximum weight limitations may damage the structure of the aircraft and lead to stability and performance issues. When considering weight and balance, pilots need to know more than how much an aircraft can carry; they should also calculate […]

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]]> Staying Safe in the Clouds: How to Prevent Vestibular Illusions https://hartzellprop.com/how-to-prevent-vestibular-illusions/ Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:54:42 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19214 When you’re flying, your eyes are your primary sensory input. You depend on visual cues to let you know where you are in relation to the earth. But when you’re flying in the clouds, your visual references are limited at best. Without visual cues, your eyes and ears may start to disagree about which way […]

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]]> 5 Winter Flying Safety Tips https://hartzellprop.com/5-winter-flying-safety-tips/ Wed, 19 Dec 2018 13:19:35 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17622 For pilots in northern latitudes, winter flying can present a number of challenges. Between the freezing temperatures, unpredictable weather conditions, and slick runways, it’s easy to see why many general aviation pilots stay grounded during the colder months. Although cold-weather flying comes with some extra safety hazards, it also offers many benefits, as long as […]

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]]> Top 5 Reasons to Fly This Summer https://hartzellprop.com/top-5-reasons-fly-summer/ Mon, 04 Jun 2018 13:38:45 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=16726 Flying season is officially here, which means it’s time to take advantage of the warmer weather and begin planning your next summer flying adventure. From earning a new rating to attending fly-ins, here are some great reasons to get more flight time this summer. Share your love of flight There’s no better way to share […]

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]]> How is Altitude Measured in Aviation? https://hartzellprop.com/altitude-measured-aviation/ Tue, 15 May 2018 14:05:46 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=16703 Altitude is most generally defined as the vertical distance between a reference point and an object. In aviation, however, measuring altitude is far more complicated. When discussing altitude as it applies to aviation, it’s important to be clear about which kind of altitude you’re talking about. Follow this guide to learn more about the five […]

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]]> 5 Tips for Avoiding Spatial Disorientation in Night Flying https://hartzellprop.com/5-tips-avoiding-spatial-disorientation-night-flying/ Tue, 31 Oct 2017 12:34:49 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=16114 According to the FAA, 5 to 10% of all general aviation accidents can be attributed to spatial disorientation, and 90% of these types of accidents are fatal. Spatial disorientation often occurs during flight because humans are genetically designed to maintain spatial orientation on the ground. When we’re in the air, our bodies create sensory conflicts […]

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