Drugs and flying – don’t mix.
Flying an airplane of any size is a big responsibility. Your mental clarity and reflexes have to be top-notch to ensure the safety of your passengers, people on the ground, …
What kinds of flight lessons can you take at High Flight?
At High Flight Academy, we stand ready to teach you to fly in the program of your choice. From instruction in basic flying skills to professional pilot training, our flight …
Want to be a better pilot? Slow down, enjoy the journey.
There’s so much rush in the aviation industry right now. Schools are under pressure to train students faster. Students are trying to meet their minimum requirements as quickly as possible. Airlines are trying to snap up new pilots as fast as they can.
What Pilots Need to Know About AIRMETs and SIGMETs
The East Coast has had more than its fair share of severe weather lately. Rain, thunderstorms, hail, wind and tornadic activity present true hazards to pilots, especially in light aircraft. …
How to Stay Cool During Summer Flying
We’ve had a couple of scorchers on the East Coast lately – and the heat will stay on until late in the fall. It’s important for pilots to know how …
How to Help a Nervous Passenger Relax and Enjoy Flying
Taking a friend or loved one on a flight is one of the joys of having your license. But not all passengers are as enthusiastic about flying as you are. …
How old do you have to be to become a pilot?
With so much demand for new pilots, people of all ages are interested in getting a pilot’s license. We’ve put together a list of the age requirements for all stages …
“800,000 Shortage in Pilots?” High Flight Spotlight on CBS
“That figure that Boeing puts out… an 800,000 shortage in pilots, 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭?” reporter Jon Delano asked our Operations Manager, Fabio Ruberto, on this week’s The Sunday Business Page. Watch the …
Father’s Day Discovery Flights
Heads up – Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 16th! If it snuck up on you, you’re probably frantically Googling “cool Father’s Day gift ideas.” Or, even if you already …
Aviation Academy Featured on KDKA
News about the Aviation Academy is starting to spread! KDKA’s Jon Delano stopped into High Flight Academy on Friday, May 24 to discuss this new program for high school students, …