Pilots Collective

An update from The Pilots Collective. As the organization has grown, it’s become clear that there are different views on what The Pilots Collective should be and how it should move forward. That’s a natural part of building something, but it also means alignment matters. Because of that, I’ve decided to step down from my role as President. This wasn’t an easy decision. I care about what was started here and the idea behind it, and I’m proud of the work that’s been done to bring it to life. At...

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

By: Brandon Cheung, President, The Pilots Collective When we started The Pilots Collective, it wasn’t about building another aviation organization — it was about building a community . One rooted in honesty, mentorship, and a shared love for flying. A place where instructors, students, and aircraft owners could come together to learn, grow, and make aviation better for everyone. Over the past few months, we’ve taken real steps forward. We’ve hosted hangar hangouts, built partnerships, and...