Blogs

Aug 13, 2021 - 12:34 PM
AINsight: Atrial Fibrillation in Pilots
The diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeats), while disqualifying for pilots, is usually approvable through the special issuance process.
Aug 6, 2021 - 12:13 PM
AINsight: The Year Is Flying By
While inventory of preowned business aircraft is low, if an airplane fits your needs now, don’t wait to buy.
Scrappy
Jul 30, 2021 - 11:11 AM
AINsight: By Gosh, It’s Oshkosh!
The first EAA AirVenture Oshkosh show since the last one in 2019 attracted huge crowds and record-breaking numbers of aircraft.
Jul 23, 2021 - 11:56 AM
AINsight: Formula for Avoiding Disaster
Seamanship and airmanship are similar—both involve the art or mastery of operating a vessel and a highly specialized skillset.
Jul 16, 2021 - 12:51 PM
AINsight: Diversity Hire vs ‘Best Candidate’ Status Quo
Creating diverse workplaces is a hot topic in every industry. And such is the case in business aviation.
Jul 9, 2021 - 7:49 AM
AINsight: Do LLCs Shield Aircraft Owners from Liability?
LLCs are not iron-clad in protecting aircraft owners from all liabilities, but they often makes sense as part of an overall aircraft ownership structure.
AEA 2021
Jun 25, 2021 - 5:50 PM
Back in the Live Show Saddle
The aviation industry seems closer to normal after I attended my first in-person event since the coronavirus pandemic started in early 2020.
Jun 25, 2021 - 8:57 AM
AINsight: The ‘Right Stuff’ To Handle Stress
Stress is unavoidable for pilots, but it can be managed though preparation, anticipation, planning, communications, CRM, and time management.
Jun 17, 2021 - 5:59 PM
AINsight: Hiring? Do it by Design, Not Default
Business aviation managers looking to fill vacancies should hire strategically, not just by selecting the low-hanging fruit.
Jun 11, 2021 - 11:39 AM
AINsight: Tell the AME
It is important for pilots to tell AMEs about any new medical diagnoses or prescribed medication before their next exam.