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Ready for Fighting Normalcy Bias: Being Prepared When Modern Equipment Fails
Combat normalcy bias by choosing quality over quantity in flight training. Master stick & rudder skills at Specialized Aero Works to survive tech failures.
Jan 86 min read


Strategies for Minimizing Flight Training Costs
Maximize flight training efficiency & safety. Learn how specialized UPRT, simulation, and airmanship skills can reduce costs and secure insurance savings.
Dec 22, 20253 min read


Stick-and-Rudder Renaissance: How Tailwheel Training Improves Landings
Tailwheel training is the cure for poor handling skills. Master the stick and rudder to drastically improve landings and reduce Loss of Control Inflight.
Dec 9, 20256 min read


Assessing Environment & Risk: The Airmanship Approach to Icing Avoidance
Assess the environment & risk for icing avoidance. Specialized Aero Works boosts Airmanship using UPRT and AATD simulator training to reduce fatal mishaps.
Nov 24, 20254 min read


The Art of Staying Calm as a Pilot
In aviation, calm isn’t optional; it’s essential. Learn how pilots train their minds to stay calm, make clear decisions, & turn pressure into performance.
Nov 11, 20253 min read


Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM): Developing Critical Thinking Skills for Pilots
The cockpit atmosphere suddenly thickens with unforecast turbulence, demanding an instant recalculation of an otherwise straightforward flight plan. The pilot, relying on years of accumulated experience, knows this is the moment when judgment is more valuable than raw horsepower. It is a moment of Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM). The ultimate test of an aviator's skill. ADM is not a checklist; it is the mental framework that supports every choice made, from preflight plann
Oct 22, 20258 min read


The Effects of Fear on Flying Ability (And How to Reduce Fear)
Fear & stress aren't compatible with good flying. Seek a high standard of performance when flying, and continue to improve skills through study & training.
Oct 9, 20254 min read


The Indispensable Role of Well-Maintained Aircraft in Safe Flight Training
In the exciting journey of becoming a pilot, one factor stands paramount above all others: safety. At the core of a safe and effective...
Sep 25, 20254 min read


Advanced Pilot Training Techniques That Set You Apart in the Industry
In the competitive world of aviation, simply earning your pilot’s license is just the beginning. To truly distinguish yourself and unlock...
Sep 9, 20255 min read


Do you fear motion sickness?
Here is some generic information on how to prevent airsickness: To prevent airsickness, avoid heavy meals before flying and opt for...
Jun 15, 20242 min read


The Dangers of Non-Standard Departures at Non-Towered Airports
Operating at non-towered airports requires adherence to standardized procedures to maintain safety and efficiency. Non-standard...
Jun 15, 20245 min read


The Sacred Trust
We pilots have a big responsibility. That is to protect the lives of people who fly with us. When we take passengers flying for fun,...
Mar 7, 20243 min read


"Known Icing, or is it?”
Fellow pilots, “tis the season” as they say. With the holiday season behind us I’m not talking about presents, lights, and cheer. I’m...
Jan 19, 20244 min read


Comments on the twin engine airplane spin accident 4 Dec 2023
We are saddened to hear of yet another twin engine training airplane being involved in a spin mishap, apparently due to a V MCA ...
Dec 12, 20233 min read


Better Aerodynamics Knowledge Means Better Flying Ability
Everyone can (and should) strive to improve their aerodynamics and physics knowledge that relates to flying. I have trained many pilots...
Feb 15, 20212 min read


"Teaching Spins - Are You Competent?"
Mike Kloch's article titled "Teaching Spins - Are You Competent?" was published in the Jan/Feb 2020 issue of NAFI's Mentor magazine. From...
Mar 5, 20201 min read


Recurrent Training is For Everyone
At my day job we give our customers recurrent training. Owners of turboprops and jets get annual recurrent training as it is usually...
Dec 20, 20194 min read
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