Answers for Pilots
Answers for Pilots LogoThis site is built with the goal of collaborating aviation related questions and answers into a single dedicated and searchable index. Through a user generated Q&A database we strive to deliver accurate information on an array of aviation topics. Answers for Pilots can only be as helpful as the individuals contributing so an active community is essential. Visitors are encouraged to get involved in our community by creating an account, asking a question, answering an open question, or by contributing to our aviation blog. It should be stressed that there is no such thing as a “dumb question” when it comes to flight. This point is better illustrated by a recent experience of mine. Upon passing my Private Pilots License check ride, the designated flight examiner handed me my certificate and said, “This is your license to learn.” It is something that I had given little thought to in the past, but he helped me realize that as pilots; we are all in a trade of lifetime education. There is ALWAYS something new to be learned about aviation, and there is no such thing as knowing it all. I would like to take a moment however to caution users. Unfortunately our strongest point is also our largest downfall. The fact that anyone can answer a question may lead to inaccuracies or incorrectness. In aviation there is little room for error, and the Pilot in Command (PIC) should always make decisions with a direct effect on the safe operation of a flight. We do however have multiple safeguards in place to help ensure the accuracy of our information. Visitors can post more than one answer to a question, comment on each other’s questions or answers, rate answers, and vote for a favorite answer. These features were introduced in our most recent update, and should serve to improve our quality of content.
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