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The Pilot Personality

cockpit photoPilots are a distinct segment of the general population. In addition to flying skills, pilots are selected for their personalities and for a distinct "pilot persona." These characteristics make them safer pilots.

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What is BMI?

Gig Harbor NutritionBMI stands for Body Mass Index and it is considered a reliable indicator of total body fat, which is related to the risk of disease and death. The score measures body weight corrected for height and it is valid for both men and women.  It is widely used in both research and clinical settings because measurements of height and weight are easy, quick, and relatively noninvasive. But BMI does have some limits. Obesity indices cannot be used to distinguish between excessive weight produced by musculature, adipose tissue or water retention. 

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Carbon Trading - Coming Soon?

Imagine trying to fly American Airlines from Frankfurt to Chicago and being delayed because AA needs to purchase some carbon “Allowances” from easyJet. Or, your British Airways flight from London to Beijing is cancelled because construction of a solar energy provider in South Africa is delayed.  Think this is farfetched?  Try reality in four years!

If the EU has its way, the European Union Emission Trading Scheme (EU ETS) will incorporate aviation into the emission trading program by 2011, with all flights into the EU under the program by 2012.

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Handling College Loan Repayment

You’ve watched your children grow and mature over the past two decades and looked on with pride as they accepted their college diplomas. This is a great time to reflect on their accomplishments. But it’s also time to consider any outstanding loans that were taken out to fund their education.

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Trip and Duty Rigs 101

Trip and Duty Rigs 101by Cindy Driscoll

What is a trip rig? What is a duty rig? If you are a pilot working at a carrier without "rigs," transitioning to a major carrier will be your first introduction to an initially confusing topic.

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