Aviation News

EMB 145 Fuel Savings

Here are all the aspects and phases off light in which proper planning can save fuel in the EMB-145 family of aircraft. Using all of them can typically result in a fuel savings of about 10%.

In Memoriam - FedEx Flight 80

Airline Pilot Central's message to those effected by the FedEx Flight Tragedy.

In Memoriam - Colgan Air Flight 3407

Airline Pilot Central's message to those effected by the Colgan Airlines Tragedy.

Electronic Flight Bags from Ultramain

For many pilots, the idea of an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) is the stuff that dreams are made of (dreams geared towards reducing job-related paperwork that is). As much as we all love flying we hate the paperwork. Unfortunately paperwork is a necessary part of our job.The good news is that with the advances in technology and newly certified products, some visionary airlines have realized the vision of a paperless cockpit and are saving money in the process.

NTSB Recommends Inspection Of PW2037 Engines

In a letter to the FAA Administrator, the Acting Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Mark Rosenker, has requested immediate action by the FAA due to concerns over engine failures.

APC acquired by Internet Brands, Inc.

Rest assured that Airline Pilot Central will continue to provide relevant and accurate pilot employment information, free of charge.

Airline Pilot Pay Snapshot: Jul 2008

APC has published the July 2008 edition of the Airline Pilot Pay Snapshot.

Pilot Retirement Planner

It's never too late to start saving for your retirement, but remember, the longer you wait the more you'll have to save. Keep on track towards your retirement and estimate how much you need to save with the Airline Pilot Central retirement planner.

You Feel Tired, but Are You Fatigued?

There is a difference between being tired and being fatigued.

The Pilot Personality

Pilots 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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