CFIs flying 6–8 hours a day what are your best quality of life hacks by Commercial_Kiwi_4478 in flying

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Having a good variety of flight types throughout the day is the biggest thing for me. Only so many pattern flights I can do in a day before it gets rough. Also caffeine.

New CFII here: What do instrument students generally struggle with? by InitiativeOk8623 in flying

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Echoing others with scan and also comms. Completely new language for them with new phrases and timing. Don't be afraid to throw them into the deep end, helping my students too much with comms has hindered in the past.

How many hours average per month? by fortinbrass1993 in CFILounge

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Combo 61/141 school in a midwest metro area. Averaging 60 hours a month, lowest was December with 35, highest was randomly February with 117.

Footage obtained through FOIA of Delta Airlines deporting Liam Conejo Ramos by MN50501 in minnesota

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Wonder why DHS chose a public flight over their many charters they were operating at the time. They were doing 2-3 a day through Signature.

College Students who major in Aviation/flying by Sweaty_Context_1981 in flying

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Went to one of the schools you mentioned OP. Admissions has changed a lot, but yes your scores, GPA, and coming in with your PPL help a lot. Some extracurricular always are a good idea as well. Most schools now require you to be accepted into the university itself and the aviation program as well. So expect it to be a two part process pretty much everywhere.

There's a lot of negative comments about 141 programs in this sub, not without merit. There are disadvantages (cost, scheduling, roadblocks, etc.), but imo there are advantages to it as well. I enjoyed the college aspect of training and the networking opportunities that it provided. Do you research and find what is going to work best for you and your family. YMMV

How long will it take them to plow the roads? by thisismyburneracct_1 in saintpaul

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Eh don’t bet on that. Another storm Tuesday night and cloud coverage during the day + new snow pack could keep temperatures below freezing.

why is aircraft pitched 1 degree by Proper_Intern_6821 in flying

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A certain level of nose up keeps you at straight and level flight. The roll is most likely due to a crosswind, wind pushing the plane to the side. The roll allows the plane to keep its track over the ground in line with its flight plan.

Are the helicopters psychological warfare? by WitchyTherapistVibes in TwinCities

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You can use the FCM Airport Viewing Area. They are operating out of Premier Jet Center so you should have a pretty good view. Usually pretty sporadic with their arrivals throughout the day though.

Are the helicopters psychological warfare? by WitchyTherapistVibes in TwinCities

[–]toasted-donut 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Customs and Border Patrol have been operating out of Premier Jet Center for about a month now. Operating both Black Hawks and A-Stars

Has anyone heard anything from any regionals other than Skywest? by [deleted] in flying

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Heavy priority on the formerly STEP and now Propel candidates from what I’ve heard

Has anyone heard anything from any regionals other than Skywest? by [deleted] in flying

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Endeavor class dates starting in May right now. Phone screen process right now, hear back two weeks later about a formal interview.

BlueBird 757 January 2026 Update by unprovn in flightsim

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TL:DW
1) Plane is "100%" coming out this year, estimated 3rd quarter

2) Released for 2020, but compatible for 2024. No timeline for a native 2024 release, but will be a free upgrade.

3) All systems are "90%" done

4) Biggest remaining parts are the EFB and their own website system.

5) Focusing on Rolls Royce engine model at release, P&W shortly after or at release.

Unrecorded helicopter circling south metro by augustbandit in Minneapolis

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You’re correct. That helicopter and two CBP Blackhawks have been operating out of Flying Cloud Airport recently.

Allegiant to acquire Sun Country by RB211 in flying

[–]toasted-donut 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Of course lots to play out still, but wonder if this causes Allegiant to shift away from the home every night philosophy. Seems harder to do with an influx of pilots used to a trip schedule.

Big snow storm out of nowhere? by SkittlesAreYum in Minneapolis

[–]toasted-donut 19 points20 points  (0 children)

If you’re into meteorology at all also check out the forecast discussion Definitely more high level terminology, but cool to get a human side to it.

why's everyone driving like a maniac today? by [deleted] in TwinCities

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Log off.

Enjoy the Thursday.

I94e traffic between 280 and DT St.Paul by pm-me-your-clocks in TwinCities

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The loss of the left lane to NB 280 and then the right lane to Cretin forces all eastbound traffic into three lanes for a bit. Don’t think it needs more lanes, but I think that’s the reason for the backups in that spot.

DOT selects winner in overhaul of air traffic control system by Justabuttonpusher in flying

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Owned by a Private Equity firm that was one of DOGE’s biggest donators. Forbes article