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Which Aviation Headset is For You?

Pilots and flight crew individuals across the globe utilize an aviation headset every day. These special devices are used for a multitude of reasons and it’s important to know which one is right for you and your in-flight needs. Selecting Your Aviation Headset Your long-term aviation goals are a key factor in choosing your headset. If your objective is a

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Solo Flight: How AeroGuard Keeps You Safe

At AeroGuard, our goal is to provide safe, high-quality pilot training, unmatched by other flight programs. To attain that goal, we conduct solos in a unique way, prioritizing the success of our students. Solo flight is required by the FAA in order to get your Private Pilot License, which is the first step in our Pilot Pathway Program. However, for

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What to Put in Your Flight Bag: The Essentials

Looking at a pilot, you’ll recognize their professional appearance and an expression of preparedness on their face. You’ll also notice the pilot’s flight bag, tagging along with them. Different types of pilots use different styles of bags carrying various items needed for a successful flight. If you’ve ever wondered what pilots carry in their flight bag, and why they’re important,

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The Pilot Uniform: What Do Those Stripes Mean?

Becoming a pilot means building sharp flight knowledge, soaring to new heights and earning your epaulets and stripes as you complete your certifications. As both a flight student and commercial airline pilot, you’re required to wear a certain ensemble that signifies your status as an aviator. Let’s take a closer look at the pilot uniform: a symbol of professionalism in

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Flying Safely with AeroGuard

Here at AeroGuard, our first concern is the well-being of our students and staff. AeroGuard sets a higher standard, prioritizing success, quality and flight safety, unparalleled by other flight programs. Monitoring all activities, encouraging safety reporting and optimizing operations is just a small part of what AeroGuard does to continuously develop and better its safety. AeroGuard’s Director of Safety, Jack

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Importance of Pilot Seniority in an Airline

It’s likely you’ve heard, “seniority is everything”. Well, at an airline, it’s true! The money you earn, your position within the airline and your schedule are determined based on pilot seniority. Essentially, your seniority governs your overall quality of life in your career. What is seniority, exactly? Pilot seniority refers to the length of time a pilot has been employed

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How to Pass Your Checkride

You’ve been training for this — today is your day to shine! Earning a new rating at AeroGuard means demonstrating your abilities and passing a practical test known as a checkride. At AeroGuard, we want to help you pass your checkride on the first try. There are several steps you can take to help discipline and prepare yourself for this

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The Piper Seminole: The Multi-Engine Classic

Here at AeroGuard, we love to talk planes. While piloting a jet liner and helping travelers get from place to place is fulfilling, that’s just a byproduct of the real joy: flying. When learning to fly, AeroGuard pilots cultivate their skills using Piper Archers, Cessna 152 and of course, the Piper Seminole. This time on the blog, we’re digging deep

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Surefire Ways to Succeed: FAA Written Test Prep and You

While aspiring pilots are out there dreaming of mastering their maneuvers, it’s important to remember that there is another necessary step in their journey — taking FAA written tests. Preparing for these might not seem as glamorous as life in the cockpit, but if you want to be a pilot, you need to meet all the requirements. A good rule

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How to Effectively Gain Flight Hours

Accruing flight hours is one of the most crucial steps on the pathway to becoming an airline pilot. Even when you obtain the necessary ratings and certifications, 1,500 flight hours are required in order to make the transition into a career. When you work to build your flight hours, you put all your skills to use, practice and hone your

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