A Look at What Do Air Traffic Controllers Do?
I still remember the first time I heard someone say, “Air traffic controllers just sit around all day telling planes…
Author: Daniel Sato
My name is Daniel Sato. I believe that understanding the principles of flight shouldn't be reserved for the cockpit. As a flight instructor, my mission is to be your 'ground school' teacher, breaking down the most complex topics in aviation into clear, simple, and understandable guides. Let's learn the fundamentals together, one step at a time.
Understanding Airmets and Sigmets for In-flight Weather
I still remember my early days as a bush pilot in Alaska, where understanding airmets and sigmets was a matter…
A Guide on How to Read a Winds Aloft Chart
I still remember my early days as a bush pilot in Alaska, where understanding how to read a winds aloft…
An Explanation of What Are Vfr Weather Minimums
I still remember my early days as a bush pilot in Alaska, when what are vfr weather minimums was a…
A Guide to Decoding a Taf Report for Pilots
I still remember my early days as a bush pilot in Alaska, when decoding a TAF report was a daunting…
An Explanation of What Is a Discovery Flight?
I still remember my first discovery flight like it was yesterday. The rush of adrenaline as I took to the…
The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Family Emergency Plan for Any Disaster
I still remember the day a sudden storm rolled in while I was flying over the Alaskan wilderness, forcing me…
A Guide to Choosing a Flight School That’s Right for You
I still remember the day I decided to become a pilot, and the overwhelming task of choosing a flight school.…
An Analysis of How Much Does It Cost to Become a Pilot?
I still remember the day I decided to become a pilot – the thrill of taking to the skies, the…
A Checklist of Private Pilot License Requirements
As I sit in my flight school office, surrounded by maps and model airplanes, I often hear aspiring pilots express…