SAFETY

Inadvertent flight into IMC remains one of the deadliest traps in general aviation. Pilots often recognize deteriorating conditions too late

The Advanced Qualification Program (AQP)  is an FAA-approved training system designed to prepare airline pilots using a data-driven and scenario-based approach. Rather than following a rigid checklist of maneuvers, AQP tailors training to real-world performance and airline-specific operations. It emphasizes Crew Resource Management (CRM) , decision-making , and line-oriented flying  to ensure pilots are ready for the realities of commercial aviation. AQP is broken into severa

Introduction: A New Threat in the Skies In 1915, during World War I, the German Air Service introduced a revolutionary aircraft—the...

When the 1500-hour rule was put in place after the Colgan Air Flight 3407 accident, it was marketed as a major safety improvement. The...

Pilots Collective Safety Series Topic: Thunderstorms Avoidance, Awareness, and Decision-Making Author: Pilots Collective Safety Team Why...

Pilots Collective Safety Short – September 2025 Safe traffic pattern operations are one of the cornerstones of general aviation safety....

Becoming a flight instructor before stepping into the broader workforce provides far more than just a way to log flight hours. It’s a...

Runway Incursions: Awareness and Avoidance Pilots Collective Safety Short – August 2025 At Pilots Collective, safety is more than a...

The Pilots Collective’s first Hangar Hangout brought together 22 aviators for an afternoon of conversation, connection, and community at Prescott’s Zulu Avionics Hangar. From structured dialogue on training reform to casual networking at The Wren House, the event sparked momentum toward a more passionate and collaborative future in aviation.

The FAA’s new MOSAIC rule (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification) is reshaping the world of Light Sport and experimental aviation. The rule shifts away from the previous maximum takeoff weight limit and instead uses stall speed as the primary defining characteristic for Light Sport Aircraft (LSA). This change allows aircraft with a stall speed of 54 knots or less to qualify—regardless of weight. Additionally, the rule permits higher cruise speeds (up to 250 kno