How two men kept a Cessna 172 airborne for nearly 65 days over Las Vegas in 1958–59, setting a flight endurance record that still stands.
TaildraggerThe FAA's MOSAIC rule replaces the light sport weight limit with a 59-knot stall speed, opening many certified aircraft to sport pilots.
TowerIn 1958-59, two men kept a Cessna 172 airborne over Las Vegas for 64 days without landing - a record that still stands today.
TaildraggerFuel starvation kills pilots who had plenty of fuel on board - learn the causes, cockpit warning signs, and the exact response sequence before it finds you.
PatternShort-field landings demand precise aiming point control - the ACS requires touchdown within 200 feet of your target, a skill distinct from simply landing smoothly.
PatternIn 1987, 19-year-old Mathias Rust flew a rented Cessna 172 from Helsinki to Moscow's Red Square, exposing Soviet air defense failures and reshaping Cold War politics.
TaildraggerHow to manage a Cessna 172 alternator failure at sunset, from load shedding to diversion decisions.
PatternHow to handle a dropping oil pressure gauge mid-flight using the three Ts framework: time, trend, and terrain.
PatternAvoid the most common private pilot oral exam failure by mastering weight and balance with the right numbers and real understanding.
PatternIn 1958-59, Bob Timm and John Cook kept a stock Cessna 172 airborne for 64 days, setting a record that still stands.
TaildraggerHow to handle an alternator failure on a night cross-country, from detection through diversion and landing.
PatternPlan VFR cross-country fuel stops using real-world math, not just legal minimums, to keep safe margins on every leg.
PatternTrim controls airspeed, not altitude - understanding this distinction transforms your flying and reduces workload.
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