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One-eyed pilot set flying records

Wiley Post and his Australian navigator landed in New York City on Jul. 1, 1931 completing an epic around-the-world flight in record-breaking time.

Air Canada pilot accused of flying over 900 flights without valid license: "Like a movie script"

"This is similar to a doctor that is licensed to practice family medicine but is doing brain surgery in their office," police said.
Flying

‘Flying Wild Alaska’ Pilot Jim Tweto Dies in Accident

Experienced bush pilot and "Flying Wild Alaska" star Jim Tweto was killed in an aircraft accident near Shaktoolik, Alaska, on June 16. [Credit: Shutterstock] Jim Tweto, the experienced bush pilot and ...
Flying

Six Single-Pilot IFR Tips

While modern cockpit automation makes single-pilot IFR (SPIFR) more feasible, it demands significantly greater pre-flight planning and organization from the pilot. Pilots must meticulously prepare all ...
Today

Pilot Attempting Round-the-World Trip Dies — and Left a Video Message Before Fatal Flight

A groundbreaking woman pilot has died after crashing her small plane during an attempt to fly around the world. Anh-Thu Nguyen, 44, was a Boeing 767 pilot and flight instructor who inspired other ...
Forbes

Fear Of Flying Is On The Rise. Here’s How Pilots And Doctors Ease Anxiety

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Physician who writes about the rising rates of cancer in young adults. Aviophobia, or an intense fear of flying, is a clinically ...