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Helicopter Checklists
Here are some helicopter checklists that will be useful for all pilots. I have made these checklists in different sizes and one or both of these should be suitable for all helicopter pilots. These checklists are available to purchase and download as a PDF file. You can then print them and if you wish, you […]
Weather Limitations for PPLs
One of the questions I get asked over and over is “Do you think the weather is okay for flying?” I always reply “What do you think?” I always want the pilots to try to figure this out for themselves and this always puts the onus back on them. In the past, I have met […]
Measuring Latitude and Longitude
(Updated on 28th January 2021) As a pilot, you will be required to either plot a latitude and longitude on a map or to find the latitude and longitude of a specific location. To Determine the Latitude of a Location Refer to Figure 1 (below). Place your ruler east-west through the location on the map/chart. […]
