The Wood County–based pilot had carefully planned the route himself, which he then followed through the dark sky, tracing the shape of a Christmas nativity scene, a design that would later appear on ...

A commercial pilot and flight instructor reviewing public flight records says the aircraft was off its glide path as ...

Pilots undergo rigorous training, accumulating hundreds of flight hours and passing numerous exams. Automation is changing pilot training, requiring pilots to master technology while maintaining ...

As pilot speaks, FAA says "emergency suspension or revocation" is possible. Oct. 23, 2009— -- One of the two Northwest Airlines pilots who were out of contact with air traffic controllers for ...

Supersonic flight and its visions of high-speed thrills, intense pressure changes, and dramatic sonic booms have persisted across pop culture for decades now. But is it legit? While the idea of ...

For pilots, staying airborne isn’t just about skill, it’s also about staying certified. Regular medical examinations are a critical part of maintaining a pilot’s license, ensuring every aviator meets ...

Angel Flight is an organization of volunteers saving countless lives. At the Colorado Air and Space Port, angels are regulars. On Friday afternoon, a plane landed at the airport carrying special cargo ...

A Lufthansa flight with 205 people on board went without a pilot for 10 minutes last year after the copilot fainted while he was alone in the cockpit, according to a new report from Spain’s accident ...

At cruising altitude, passengers are told to relax while pilots and cabin crew keep them safe. Yet a growing body of evidence ...

Aspiring pilots need essential personal equipment for safety and efficient flight operations, including an aviation headset, kneeboard, and current navigation charts or their digital equivalents. Key ...

Flight crews have federally mandated duty time limits to ensure safety. Duty limits are based on various factors, including reporting time, number of flights during the shift, and time of day. Later ...

Pilots' mealtime options at cruising altitude aren't just a matter of taste—they follow airline protocols you might not expect The idea of both the pilot and co-pilot of a plane becoming incapacitated ...