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Starting out as a student pilot can be both thrilling and overwhelming. This guide walks you through FAA certification requirements, choosing the right instructor or school, the cost of flight training, and what life is like during your early lessons. From ground school to your first solo flight, we explain everything you need to build a strong aviation foundation. Discover expert tips and essential gear recommendations.

Passive Noise Reduction (PNR) in aviation headsets is a mechanical method of blocking cockpit noise using foam and insulation, no batteries or electronics required. Ideal for student pilots, private flyers, and short haul VFR flights, PNR headsets offer a lightweight, budget friendly alternative to ANR models while ensuring flight comfort and clarity. Learn how PNR compares to ANR, when to choose one over the other, and why Kore Aviation’s headsets are a go-to option for new aviators.

Kore Aviation is now the official headset partner of Pitcairn Flight Academy, providing KA-1 and P1 headsets for students and offering exclusive discounts to support training success.

Helicopters are designed for flexibility, but how high can they really fly? From typical altitudes to record-breaking flights and Mount Everest landings, discover the physics, records, and gear that push helicopters to their aerial limits.