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The article focuses on the history and evolution of TBM private planes. It chronicles how the first TBM 850 plane was developed in Tarbes, France and offers details about the aircraft's engine, flying capability, and other important parts and components. It also outlines the factors why owner-pilots prefer the airplane as part of their career and passion.

The article focuses on Canadian war artist Michael Markowsky who flies with the Tactical Fighter Squadron as part of a two-ship formation of CF-18 fighters. It mentions that Markowsky was in the disorienting situation while looking outside to see the image he was trying to capture as well as look down and concentrate to draw. Among the images captured are the two CF-18s in close formation, the CF-18 pulling up in a rapid zoom climb, and the CF-18 in high-G break turn.

Highly modified Twin Otters that were For forty years I had the opportunity A de Havilland airplane! These legacy airplanes company as a pilot, in late 1973, and pollution patrol aircraft that ranged from and the new Twin Otters will be operating flew with them until its termination in Washington to Alaska and out to 200 for many, many years to come. My favourite federal service and so was I, as this was these famous STOL (Short Takeoff and types were always the de Havilland Beamy last flight as captain of a government Landing) airplanes for forty years?. [Extracted from the article]

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of flying a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, with a 675-hp Pratt & Whitney PT6A-114A turboprop engine, across of the Republic of the Congo. INSET: THE LONE CANADIAN.

The author talks about wingwalking in Switzerland. He offers information on the Breitling Wingwalkers which he describes as the only formation wingwalking troupe in the world. He considers wingwalking as pretty straightforward with a little risk of falling off even without the four-point harness that ties a wingwalker to the post on the wing. He also considers standing on an aircraft at almost 60 degrees as a memory to last a lifetime.

The article presents tips learned by experienced float pilots from thousands of flying hours on floatplanes. It cites Andy Hay's advice on float training where a pilot should develop an attitude of awareness, safety and respect and choose an instructor with commercial experience and well seasoned in floatplanes. Lois Aylen offers suggestions on how to handle the floatplane on water such as learning to estimate takeoff distance and how water surface condition changes takeoff distance. Mike Pawlikowski suggests daily inspection of the aircraft.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of joining the Reble Ramble annual air travel.

The article focuses on the processes involved in engaging in flight training instructions and lessons in Canada. Discussion on the need for pilots to secure a private pilot license (PPL) as a first step to the basic introduction to flight controls and the chance to fly the plane with an instructor is provided. Overview of the flight training curriculum designed for aspiring pilots to build their skills and master the level required for safe flight is offered.

The article offers the author's insights on his experience as a co-pilot in a Douglas DC-3 transport plane operated by Fort Nelson, British Columbia-based Arctic Air. He says that operations manager Bernie Shaw granted him $1,000 a month to migrate from Noorduyn Norseman of Ontario Central Airlines in Red Lake, Ontario. He mentions the time they bulled aboard a dozen barrels of aviation gasoline.

The article focuses on the controversy surrounding the involvement of Canadian aviator William Roy Maxwell with the Ontario Provincial Air Service (OPAS). Maxwell's entry into Canadian aviation began when he was hired as chief pilot of the Canadian Aero Film Co. He became OPAS director in February 1924 and was involved in plane acquisition, pilot hiring and training. Despite his efforts, some civil service officials, working under a new government, accused him of inefficiency.

The article features Pete McLeod, a Canadian professional aerobatic pilot whose first competitive flight was as a rookie in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship in 2009. McLeod states that he does most of the ferry work to get the high performance aircraft from show to show. Details on his achievements and flying career are shown.

The article focuses on Kent Beckham, a Canadian trainer who flies a Harvard aircraft. Beckham became an accomplished pilot by the age of 17. He worked with Canadian Airlines and is employed as a captain on Embraer jet series. The article also offers information on the Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association that was founded in 1985.

The article features Manfred Radius and his air show routine in his glider plane or sailplane. It details the judgment and skills employed by Radius for his air show routines. A description of the demands and dangers of Radius' air show routines is provided. Radius was 17 when he learned how to fly gliders in Germany. He immigrated to Canada in 1968 where he became a government-approved aerobatic instructor.

The article features air pilot Patty Wagstaff. She will be performing at the Canadian Aviation Expo at the end of June 2008, flying in her Cirrus-sponsored Extra 300. Wagstaff spends 400 hours flying in a year, performing at various air shows. She flies with the principle of balancing safety with the practical realities of transport.

The article discusses the aircraft piloting training course which includes 35 hours of dual and 30 hours of solo training.

The article focuses on the new aviation test standards of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) removing questions related to automatic direction finder (ADF) and radio magnetic indicator (RMI)which are said to be irrelevant to the modern pilot.

The article discusses challenges related to occupying the pilot-in-command (PIC) seat while flying airplanes including challenges to reach controls and switches; issues concerning layout confusion; and need to learn procedures for basic control such as use of hand brake if no pedal brakes are installed.

The article discussses three scenarios that a pilot should consider when assessing risks in flight decision-making, including flying a C-182 to Oshkosh, Wisconsin from Ontario, flying over a Piper mountains, and a winter flight.

The article presents instructions on crosswind operation technique for airplanes, which includes wind reading for direction based on lake surface conditions, reviewing the take-off technique and practicing landing.

The author discusses the technological innovations in aircraft industry, focusing on the use of digital action camera for aerial video and photography. It states that video cameras in cockpits have proved useful for training purposes. Topics include effect of action cameras on aircraft flying qualities, legality of installation of cameras, availability of camera mounts such as suction-cups and adhesive pads, and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR) for reckless piloting.

The article focuses on the flight training legacy of Canada. It chronicles how the country earned the recognition of having the greatest air crew training when it created the British Commonwealth Air training Plan (BCATP). It also mentions the legacy left by the program of creating highly-skilled and knowledgeable core of instructors on ground schools and flight training exercises, which attracted international students worldwide.

The article focuses on the challenges and rewards of participating in the military flight training of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). It provides overview of the requirements for interested students who want to become an RCAF pilot in which all candidates will have to undergo the basic military training required for all members. It also mentions the different training programs that pilot candidates have to complete to become RCAF pilot.

The article focuses on the different kinds of training required for commercial pilots in Canada. Discussion of the different courses required for commercial pilots and their equivalent hours is provided. Overview of various licenses and certifications needed, and the training packages offered by various training schools for pilots, is offered.

The article focuses on the checklist used by air pilots prior to any flight. The checklist reflects on the acronym IM-SAFE (Illness, Medications, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Eating and Emotion) which should be considered by air pilots to ensure the safety of a flight. The importance of the physical and mental health of air pilots when flying an airplane is emphasized.

The article offers guidelines on how fly airplaines during winter with the use of wheel-skis. The author recommends undergoing training for flying airplanes on skis with an experienced pilot. The techniques in improving the ski-flying skills of an air pilot are discussed. Tips on how to maintain the skis are also provided.

The article presents the author's views about overcontrolling an aircraft. The two types of aircraft overcontrol are described which include the excessive control input and out-of-sync control input. According to the author, the lack of sensitivity to the inherent behavior of the aircraft is the most common cause of the problems. The significance of knowing how to leverage the built-in stability of the aircraft in increasing flight safety and comfort is highlighted.

The article evaluates the PPL aviation course catalogue from Calgary Pilot Supply Ltd.

The article provides an overview of pilot training programs offered to aspiring aircraft pilots.

The article discusses helicopter piloting training course which includes 45 hours of supervised solo flight time.

The article focuses on instrument rating of an aircraft that allows the pilot the ability to fly almost anywhere at almost anytime.

The article provides information on the common ratings for private pilots.

The article provides an overview of the flight training guide that offers young people opportunities and encouragement to learn all about aviation.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of working and flying for Trans-Canada Airlines.

The article offers tips for pilots in urban bush flying, which is known for float flying from and to city areas without runways. Topics discussed include recommended applications and websites for checking control zones of cities like Water Aerodrome Supplement and Virtual Network Computing maps, identifying the weather and wind direction of the flying destination, and communicating with professional operators for flying advice, docking and deploying ground crews for aircraft maintenance.

The article discusses the importance of visual awareness in improving focus of pilots in flying aircraft, as addressed by an experiment by Daniel Simons of the University of Illinois. Topics discussed include the experiment featuring video recording a man in a gorilla costume testing the reactions of pilots in a simulator, results showing 25 percent of the pilots made a proper landing on the runway on the simulator, and the experiment proving that unexpected events can diminish pilot focus.

The author discusses the importance of pilot reports (PIREPS) on icing and turbulence condition in Canada. It offers overview of the important features of the report which can help to notify pilots flying through concerned area about weather conditions. It also provides discussion of how the system works and passes vital information to pilots.

The article discusses ideas for airline companies on how to keep older pilots to remain safe. Overview of how older pilot's cognitive ability and physical fitness will deteriorate as they age, which might affect their job performance is offered. Suggestion on how companies can help older pilots remain in the right track and tips on how such professionals maintain their mental, physical and emotional fitness as they age are also provided.

The author discusses techniques for private pilots on how to successfully land on glassy-water during fall season in Canada. It cites the author's experience in mastering glassy-water landing through the help of predetermined set of steps in the process. The author also emphasizes the enjoyment and fulfillment of the process when pilots will successfully do a glassy-water landing.

The article focuses on the story of a 55-year-old private pilot who return to flying after overcoming a kidney disease in Canada. It offers overview of the health condition of the pilot, who was later diagnosed with a renal cell carcinoma. It also mentions the surgery and treatment undergone by the patient and has returned to flying after he was successfully cleared from the illness.