The UN Just Changed the World Map. Here’s Why Pilots Are Keeping the Old One
The UN just voted to replace Mercator with Equal Earth. But pilots still rely on Mercator every day — and the reason is one of the most elegant ideas in navigation.
Flying During a Solar Eclipse: Is It Night Flight? What the 2026 Eclipse Teaches About VFR Rules
On 12 August 2026, a total eclipse turns Spanish daytime to near-darkness. But is flying through it “night flight”? A look at what VFR rules actually say — and why the definition beats the appearance
What EASA’s 2026 Guidelines Say About Online ATPL Training
EASA updated its online training guidelines in 2026. The verdict for anyone studying ATPL theory online? It works — and the blended model is the one the regulator points to as ideal.
Airframe, Systems, Electrics & Powerplant: The ATPL Subject Pilots Fear Most
AGK is the biggest, most technical ATPL exam — and the one students fear most. Here’s what Subject 021 actually covers, why volume isn’t the real problem, and how to study systems that all connect.
ATPL Air Law Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Aviation Regulations
Air Law has no maths in it, yet students fail it every sitting. Here’s what Subject 010 actually covers — from the Chicago Convention to your national authority — and how to study it properly the first time
