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Flying With Johnny! An Intro To The Blue Skies
A Day for Flying: Johnny’s First Aviation Adventure The sun is shining, the air is warm and I’m flying with Johnny today. He’s my neighbor’s son, a bright-eyed boy with a passion for aviation. He talks about joining the Air Force someday. Today, I’m taking him up in the Piper Warrior for his first flight.…
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How to Budget for General Aviation: Real-Life Piper Warrior Expenses
Owning a Piper Warrior is like holding onto a slice of the sky. Every time I buckle into that cockpit, I feel an inexplicable mix of excitement and responsibility. But let’s not sugarcoat it—owning an aircraft isn’t all about cloud-hopping and tailwinds. It’s about managing costs that can spiral out of control if you’re not…
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Soaring Over the Valley: A Pilot’s Perfect Morning in the Sacramento Skies
A Perfect Morning for Flight in the Sacramento Valley The morning is crisp and cool as I step out of my car at Yuba County Airport. It’s one of those August mornings in the Valley where the sky is flawless blue; the air is filled with promise. The visibility is unlimited today, a pilot’s dream.…
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Pilot Race Against Time: A Whirlwind Day in Pittsburgh
Exploring Pittsburgh: A Pilot’s Leisurely Morning It was a crisp, clear morning in Pittsburgh, and I had nothing pressing on my pilot schedule. As a pilot on hotel reserve, my job often involves a lot of waiting for a call that could come at any moment. But today, I was blissfully alone, my First Officer…
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Top 10 Must-Read Pilot and Aviation Books: From Adventure Tales to Flight Theory
@cancuopeaviation Explore a captivating world of flight with our curated selection of pilot books and aviation literature. From thrilling flight adventures that chronicle daring journeys across the skies to insightful explorations of aviation history and essential flight theory, these must-read books offer a panoramic view of the aviation industry. Whether you’re an aspiring pilot, aviation…
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Flying Maine to Bermuda in a Challenger 300: Fun in the Triangle
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of flying a Challenger 300 from the piney expanses of Maine to the tropical paradise of Bermuda. And when you add a new first officer into the mix, it’s an adventure ripe for storytelling—and a bit of humor. A Brief History of Bermuda Triangle Mysteries Before we dive into…
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Robbed At The Airport! A Pilot’s Harrowing Tale
@canucopeaviation Is it me, or do we keep hearing about the downfall of society more often? Our communities are under attack. I read the stories and think “wow, that must be rough” and then move on with my day…until it happened to me. I was robbed at the airport! **Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate,…
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Life is Short! Your Airplane Misses You
Once upon a time, in a cozy little hangar at a small airport, sat a vibrant and spunky Piper Warrior, and she misses her Pilot. Her sleek, white exterior gleamed under the fluorescent lights, and her propeller begged to spin through the air. The airplane had been patiently waiting for her owner to come and…
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Traveling Out of Barcelona Airport: A Comprehensive Guide to Checking In, VAT Refunds, Security, and Priority Pass Lounges – Part 11
Barcelona, the bustling city in the heart of Catalonia, is a hub for both leisure and business travelers. Whether you’re exploring the city’s rich history or attending a corporate event, Barcelona Airport (also known as El Prat Airport) is likely your point of entry and exit. As a seasoned traveler, I’ve had my fair share…
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Common Sense At The Airport? It’s Not That Common
The older I get, the more I realize common sense really isn’t that common. We go through our days, stuck in our ways, without realizing how the world perceives us. I’m sure I’ve been just as guilty, but did not realize it. One thing is for sure, common sense at the airport is not very…
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