Summer Flying Series – Thunderstorms Part 2

Last week’s blog dissected what thunderstorms are and their potential hazards. This week, we review the importance of obtaining weather information and why we should remain clear of thunderstorms. A Case Study [The following are excerpts from Accident Number: ERA16FA309] On September 3, 2016, about 0950 eastern daylight time, a Cessna 172N, N6091E, was destroyed when it impacted the Atlan...

Posted on July 15, 2022July 16, 2022 by Garrett Gleim

Garrett Gleim

Summer Flying Series – Thunderstorms Part 1

Thunderstorms Part 1: Defining what a thunderstorm is, the types, and the hazards What is a Thunderstorm? It’s a cumulonimbus cloud that contains lightning. But lightning isn’t the only concern: wind shear, downbursts, hail, and heavy precipitation can often exist within a thunderstorm. You probably recall that a thunderstorm forms when there is: Sufficient water vapor, An unstab...

Posted on July 8, 2022July 8, 2022 by Garrett Gleim

Garrett Gleim

Summer Flying Series – Density Altitude

50% of the participants in our poll found density altitude as their chief concern during the summer months, so let’s break it down. A Case Study: A Commercial Pilot and the Unsuspecting Danger of Density Altitude [The following are excerpts from the NTSB Final Report for accident number WPR17FA171.] On July 29, 2017, about 1420 Pacific daylight time, a Cessna 172N airplane,...

Posted on June 30, 2022July 8, 2022 by Garrett Gleim

Garrett Gleim

Improving Drone Skills & Expertise

A large component of drone safety is proficiency. The FAA defines “proficiency” as the state of art of being proficient; performing in a given art, skill, or branch of learning with expert correctness; adeptness, and skillfulness. In a nutshell, proficiency implies operating with skillfulness and expertise. The technical definition is less important than how you put it into practice. What do...

Posted on June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 by Garrett Gleim

Garrett Gleim

Opening the Doors to New Space Exploration

Virgin Galactic successfully completed their first sub-orbital crewed spaceflight on Sunday, July 11, with Sir Richard Branson on board, bringing the future of commercial space travel one step closer to becoming a reality. Following Branson, Blue Origin’s founder, Jeff Bezos, will blast off into space on July 20th aboard the New Shepard spacecraft. Joining the likes of Elon Musk, Bezos and Branson...

Posted on July 16, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

Flight Simulation Association & FlightSimExpo 2021

Gleim Aviation is proud to partner with Flight Simulation Association (FSA), an independent, community-driven organization designed to help pilots and enthusiasts get started in flight simulation. FSA is managed by the organizers of the annual FlightSimExpo aviation conference and supported by top flight simulation developers. FSA Members can save $50+ with a free upgrade for our Private Pilot Kit...

Posted on June 22, 2021June 25, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

Recognizing Innovation in Teaching

When one drives into Cross City, FL, the airport (KCTY) may not be too noticeable, but if you are a student in Michele Burke’s class at Dixie County High School, you will know about it. She teaches Aviation Sciences at Dixie County High School where students from grades 9-12 learn everything from aviation history and flying an airplane to building a drone capable of conducting mock roof inspection...

Posted on May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

Igniting Aviation Passions at Sun ‘n Fun

Excitement and excellence highlighted the 2021 Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo. The theme of the event, “We don’t need roads!” could be felt by all as participants explored the variety of flying machines and state-of-the-art gear found throughout the show. While the effects of the pandemic reduced the number of exhibitors, there was a record-high number of attendees who were excited to return to the nea...

Posted on April 30, 2021May 3, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

Women’s History Month: Celebrating Trailblazers in Aerospace and Aviation

Former Air Force Military Pilot Lieutenant Colonel Olga Custodio’s personal mantra, “Querer es poder: Where there’s a will, there’s a way,” is a theme seen throughout the lives of three women Gleim will be highlighting this year for Women’s History Month. These three women’s fierce, fighting spirits and passion for inspiring younger students to explore aviation paved the road for future generation...

Posted on March 16, 2021March 17, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

VFR Charts Now Publish on a 56-Day Expedited Cycle

All VFR aeronautical charts are now released on a 56-day publication cycle effective Thursday, February 25, 2021. This includes sectional aeronautical charts, VFR terminal area charts, VFR flyway planning charts, and Helicopter Route Charts, along with other en route, terminal, and supplemental chart products. In doing so, chart updates will be implemented in a much shorter time-frame as opposed t...

Posted on February 26, 2021February 26, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

Gleim Honors African-American Aviation Pioneers

Black History Month is a time dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements of African Americans and their role in United States history. During this month of remembrance, Gleim honors several prominent African-American aviation pioneers. Bessie Coleman Bessie Coleman was the first African-American and Native-American woman to hold a pilot license. She was initially inspired to b...

Posted on February 5, 2021February 5, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty

New: Automatically Generate AvLearn Assessment Quizzes

The Gleim AvLearn testing management system has been a tremendously welcomed new addition for collegiate aviation programs, STEM programs, and busy flight schools. Gleim continues to innovate and develop new features to make this incredible tool even more powerful. A new feature has been launched allowing you to automatically create homework quizzes for each study unit based on a prescribed set...

Posted on January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 by Paul Duty

Paul Duty