pilot proficiency | Hartzell Propeller Airplane Propeller and Aircraft Propeller Systems Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:25:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hartzellprop.com/wp-content/uploads/logo2-60x60.png pilot proficiency | Hartzell Propeller 32 32 Back in the Left Seat: 3 Things Rusty Pilots Can Do to Refresh Flying Skills https://hartzellprop.com/what-rusty-pilots-can-do-to-refresh-flying-skills/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:25:13 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=24746 Here at Hartzell Propeller, we want to share three things rusty pilots can do to knock off the rust and return to the skies safely.

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]]> 3 Reasons to Join a Flying Club in 2023 https://hartzellprop.com/3-reasons-to-join-a-flying-club-in-2023/ Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:12:44 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=24236 Is “fly more” at the top of your 2023 resolution list? Whether you’re a student pilot, an active aviator, or a lapsed pilot ready to knock off the rust, joining a flying club is a smart way to do just that!

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]]> Weather or Not: 5 Reasons to Get an Instrument Rating https://hartzellprop.com/5-reasons-to-get-an-instrument-rating/ Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:03:15 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=23556 Are you ready for IFR? Here are five reasons to get your instrument rating.

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]]> Countdown to Oshkosh 2021: Hone Your Flying Skills at the Pilot Proficiency Center https://hartzellprop.com/hone-your-flying-skills-at-the-pilot-proficiency-center/ Fri, 23 Jul 2021 13:00:43 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=22397 If you’re like us, you’re eagerly counting down the days to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021! Between the air shows, aircraft displays, exhibits, workshops, presentations, and events, there’s no shortage of amazing aviation attractions to keep you busy all week long. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or just thinking about learning to fly, one destination you […]

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]]> Spring Training: Return to Proficiency https://hartzellprop.com/return-to-proficiency/ Thu, 13 May 2021 15:16:23 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=22167 Spring is in full swing, and many pilots are eager to get back into the skies. But as general aviation activity ramps up in the spring and summer months, so do accidents. Before hopping back into the cockpit, carefully consider whether you’re ready for your next flight in terms of both currency and proficiency. Even […]

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]]> Flight Safety: Lessons Learned from a Cross-Continent VFR Journey https://hartzellprop.com/blog-seasons-of-safety-cross-continent-journey/ Tue, 20 Oct 2020 17:23:52 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=20772 At Hartzell Propeller, we have a love of flying and an even greater passion for flight safety and pilot proficiency. That’s why we’re proud to sponsor the AOPA Air Safety Institute’s (ASI) newest video series, “Seasons of Safety.” The four-part live webinar series focuses on the seasonal challenges of staying a safe, proficient pilot. In […]

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]]> Grounded for the Winter? 5 Ways to Keep Your Flying Skills Sharp https://hartzellprop.com/keep-your-flying-skills-sharp-in-the-winter/ Wed, 18 Dec 2019 19:44:41 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=19965 Winter weather isn’t easy on pilots. Between the freezing temperatures, icy runways, and sharp winds, it’s no wonder many of us who love to fly prefer to stay grounded during the cold weather months. If you’re tucking your airplane away for a long winter’s rest, you might be wondering how to keep your flying skills […]

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]]> 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Pilots https://hartzellprop.com/5-new-years-resolutions-for-pilots/ Wed, 26 Dec 2018 21:24:00 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17628 With 2019 right around the corner, many people are beginning to set their resolutions for the coming year. As a pilot, now is a perfect time to step back and consider the aviation-related goals you want to accomplish in the new year. Here are a few resolutions worth adding to your list: Join a flying […]

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]]> Getting Back Into Flying: Tips for Lapsed Pilots https://hartzellprop.com/tips-for-lapsed-pilots/ Tue, 04 Sep 2018 13:41:23 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17015 Have you taken a hiatus from flying? If so, you’re not alone. According to AOPA, a growing number of pilots – about 500,000 – take a breather from flying. For many general aviation pilots, flying can take a backseat in life as they experience changes like a growing family, changing career, or even a medical […]

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