pilot tips | Hartzell Propeller Airplane Propeller and Aircraft Propeller Systems Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:03:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hartzellprop.com/wp-content/uploads/logo2-60x60.png pilot tips | Hartzell Propeller 32 32 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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]]> 5 Unexpected Career Options for Pilots https://hartzellprop.com/unexpected-careers-for-pilots/ Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:04:48 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=22298 When most people think of a career in aviation, they picture flying for a major airline as a commercial pilot. But there’s more than one way to make a living from flying. Here are just a few unexpected yet rewarding career paths for pilots: #1: Charter and Air Taxi As a private charter or air […]

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]]> 105 Days of Safe Summer Flying https://hartzellprop.com/105-days-of-safe-summer-flying/ Fri, 29 May 2020 18:31:47 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=20377 At Hartzell Propeller, we’re passionate about 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 the first video, “The Awakening: Coming Out of Hibernation,” […]

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]]> License to Learn: 5 Add-On Ratings to Consider https://hartzellprop.com/add-on-ratings-for-pilots/ Mon, 18 May 2020 19:33:24 +0000 https://hartzellprop.com/?p=20322 It’s often said that a private pilot’s license is a “license to learn,” and it’s true. The best pilots are always learning, and once you’ve earned your PPL, the sky’s the limit! If you’re ready to take your flying to the next level, there are many additional ratings, endorsements, and certificates you can pursue. Here […]

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]]> Wings and Wheels: DIY Pedal Planes for Junior Pilots https://hartzellprop.com/wings-and-wheels-pedal-planes-for-mini-pilots/ Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:50:27 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17674 Flying has always been a passion for Daniel White. In fact, aviation runs deep in his family. His father is an airport manager, his sister works at an airport, his mother works for a major airline company, and White himself is a pilot and certified flight instructor. He even proposed to his wife while flying! […]

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]]> How to Choose a Flight Instructor https://hartzellprop.com/how-to-choose-a-flight-instructor/ Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:41:55 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17672 Learning to fly is a life-changing experience. Not only is flying fun, but it’s also enriching opportunity that can lead to many rewarding travel and career possibilities. And when it comes to flight training, there are many paths to choose from. Whether you’re a beginning pilot or looking to earn a new rating or endorsement, […]

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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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]]> Money-Saving Maintenance for Your Airplane https://hartzellprop.com/money-saving-maintenance-for-airplanes/ Thu, 30 Aug 2018 14:59:15 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17019 Any aircraft owner will tell you that owning an airplane isn’t exactly cheap. Besides purchasing the airplane, you’ll also need to pay for insurance, fuel, maintenance, and a place to store it. However, any aircraft owner will also tell you that ownership is a priceless experience. After all, when you own your own airplane, you’ll […]

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]]> Pilot Safety: Avoiding Task Saturation https://hartzellprop.com/pilot-safety-avoiding-task-saturation/ Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:40:37 +0000 http://hartzellprop.com/?p=17004 Have you ever experienced the feeling of having too much to do without enough time, tools, or resources to do it? If so, you may be familiar with the concept of task saturation. Task saturation is a common challenge that occurs in many professions, but in the aviation world, it can be particularly dangerous. In […]

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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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