Every phase of flight has its own challenges, but which one is the most dangerous?
Statistically, takeoff and landing phases account for most accidents. However, that doesn’t mean the others are risk-free.
Let’s take a closer look at the main phases and the arguments for each being the most critical.
Taxi
It may seem harmless, but taxiing is more dangerous than most people think. Why?
Low visibility in bad weather or at night
What is ADS-B?
ADS-B stands for Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast. It’s one of the most important technologies in modern air traffic surveillance — and it’s changing the way aircraft are tracked around the world.
Think of it as GPS on steroids for aviation. It gives controllers and other aircraft real-time information about your position, speed, altitude, and more — all with much greater precision than traditional radar.
Here’s what each part of ADS-B means:
• Automatic: The system works without pilot input, it constantly broadcasts data.
• Dependent: It depends on onboard GPS to determine the aircraft’s position.
How technology, methodology, and mindset are reshaping how we train pilots
Flight instruction is evolving and fast.
While stick-and-rudder skills still matter, the way pilots learn, practice, and prepare for real-world operations is going through a major transformation.
Let’s take a look at what’s changing and how these shifts are shaping the next generation of aviators.
Flight simulators used to be expensive tools reserved for airlines and recurrent training. Today, high-fidelity desktop simulators, VR platforms, and even mobile training apps allow students to practice scenarios that were once only available in the real world.
Aviation is a global industry but when skies are busy and every second counts, there’s no room for improvisation.
That’s where ICAO phraseology comes in.
It’s a shared code that keeps everyone speaking the same language, regardless of their native tongue.
What Is ICAO Phraseology?
ICAO phraseology is a standardized set of words and expressions used in radio communication between pilots and ATC.
It's published by the International Civil Aviation Organization to reduce ambiguity and ensure clarity.
