Flight safety

Gear and Equipment

Instrumentation Essentials: Variometers, Airspeed Indicators and Flight Computers

Guiding pilots through key instrumentation like variometers, airspeed indicators, and flight computers reveals vital insights for safe flying—discover what you need to know next.

Aria Skylark
12/21/2025

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Basics of Soaring and Gliding

Pre‑Solo Checklist Every Student Should Master

Master the essential pre-solo checklist to ensure safety and confidence before your first solo flight—discover the critical steps you can’t afford to miss.

Aria Skylark
12/12/2025

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Locations

Soaring in the Uk’s East Anglia: Lessons From the Ely Airprox

With lessons from Ely Airprox, learn why staying vigilant and adaptable is crucial for safe soaring in East Anglia.

Aria Skylark
12/07/2025

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Advanced Techniques

Self‑Launch Strategies in High‑Density Altitude

Keen pilots can master self‑launch in high‑density altitude by understanding essential strategies—discover how to ensure safety and performance in challenging conditions.

Aria Skylark
12/04/2025

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Advanced Techniques

Use of Flight Data Analysis for Post‑Flight Learning

Flight data analysis fosters post-flight learning by revealing insights that can improve safety and performance—discover how it can transform your flying experience.

Aria Skylark
12/01/2025

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Advanced Techniques

Navigating in Turbulence: Minimising Stress on the Airframe

reducing turbulence related airframe stress

Flying through turbulence requires careful techniques to minimize stress on the airframe and ensure safety—discover key strategies to master this challenge.

Aria Skylark
11/30/2025

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Advanced Techniques

Flying With Water Ballast in Strong Conditions: Pros and Cons

Optimizing aircraft stability with water ballast in strong conditions offers benefits but also presents risks; discover how to balance safety and performance effectively.

Aria Skylark
11/28/2025

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Advanced Techniques

Approaches and Landing Patterns for High‑Performance Gliders

Ineffective approach techniques can compromise safety; understanding high-performance glider landing patterns is essential for confident, precise landings that ensure your safety.