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Learn about plane instruments, parts, and movements in this free video series about flying an airplane.
There are 26 videos in this series:
Learn what to do before taking off in an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn what to do before flying an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn about checking the fluids in an airplane before taking off in this free how to fly video.
Learn about checking the different parts of a plane in this free how to fly video.
Learn about starting a plane's engine in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to taxi an airplane before takeoff in this free how to fly video.
Learn about running-up an airplane before taking off in this free how to fly video.
Learn what steps to follow when taking-off an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn about making sharp turns in an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to fly an airplane at the lowest possible speed in this free how to fly video.
Learn about power off stalls in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to do a power on stall in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to turn an airplane to view a landing strip in this free how to fly video.
Learn about making right turns in planes in this free how to fly video.
Learn the different kinds of airplane turns in this free how to fly video.
Learn about descending a plane with touch and go in this free how to fly video.
Learn about landing an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn what to do on your first airplane flight in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to pitch an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn how to roll an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn about yawing an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Learn information about dispatchers in this free how to fly video.
Learn about preflight briefings in this free how to fly video.
Learn about radio communications in this free how to fly video.
Learn about using instruments in an airplane in this free how to fly video.
Not everyone is meant to be a pilot. Some people may be terrified of the thought of getting inside a machine that flies more than a hundred feet up in the air. Others may suffer from severe motion sickness once their legs leave the ground. However, while flying in airplanes isn't for everyone, some have developed an intense passion for these machines. It takes a great deal of knowledge, practice, and skill to feel confident enough to fly a plane, but it is a very coveted and practical skill.
If you are interested in learning how to fly a plane, this video series is perfect for you. While this is only an introduction to soaring the skies, it will help you understand more about the process of flying. Learn about plane instruments and parts. Also, learn how to perform preflight checklist to ensure your safety when in the air. Our expert Dave Pressy gives you great information about flying planes. With his tips, you can learn what to expect from your flight instructor. He even gives you advice for your first solo flight. So, if you truly are terrified of being up in the air, there is a solution. Don't trust someone else. Learn how to fly yourself!
Dave Pressy Dave Pressy has been a flight instructor in the St. Louis Area for over four years, and a pilot for more than seven years. He has accumulated nearly 1200 hours of flight time in single and multi engine aircrafts, as well as over 800 hours of flight instruction. Dave specializes in teaching flight instructor candidates and especially enjoys teaching in antique aircrafts. Believing that good flight instruction is the key to producing safe, knowledgeable, and professional pilots, Dave strives to provide the highest level of instruction to his students. When not in the air, Dave can be found spending quality time with his wife and three-year-old son at their home in Creve Coeur, MO. Dave is a full time instructor at St. Charles Flying Service at St. Charles Municipal Airport (3SQ) in St. Charles County, MO. He also teaches part-time at St. Louis Sport Aviation at Sackman Field (H49) in Columbia, IL.dkdk
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