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Why the Bose A20 is the #1 Selling Aviation Headset
In this video, we discuss the Bose A20 Aviation Headset with Bluetooth and what makes it such a great headset to fly with.

Unique Pilot Ornaments to Decorate Your Aviation Christmas Tree
Did you ever realize that Santa Claus and pilots have something in common? We all love to fly. Maybe that’s why Santa makes an appearance on so man...

Turn Coordinator Guide: What It Is and How to Use it to Avoid Slips and Skids
You might think you can wait until later to learn about turn coordinators and how to use them. After all, you just want to get up in the air, right? Not so fast. Patience young grasshopper.

Icom A25 Radios - Common Features and Differences Between the Models
This video explains the difference between the Icom IC-A25C Sport, Icom IC-A25C, and Icom IC-A25N Handheld Airband Radios. If you're considering purchasing an airband radio this will give you the information needed to make an informed decision pre-purchase.
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10 Airplane Movie Myths Debunked [What Hollywood Got Wrong]
They’re exciting, high-speed, and entertaining, but let’s face it: airplane movies are one of the main reasons non-pilots believe all kinds of crazy myths about flying. If you want the real deal about truly adventurous aviation, we suggest reading ASA Fliers: In Their Own Words and Famous First Flights – Sixteen Dramatic Adventures.

Top Gun® Official Aviation Winter Weather Apparel
Do you feel the need, the need for speed? If so, check out our Top Gun® Official Aviation Winter Weather Apparel.

Pilot Mall Holiday Gifts for Pilots and Aviation Enthusiasts
Check out these 2022 Suggested holiday gifts from your friends at PilotMall.com - If you're looking for a gift for a friend or loved one that loves aviation as much as we do, this is the video for you.

Watch Your Attitude: A Complete Guide to Aircraft Attitude Indicators
How’s your attitude? No, we’re not talking about your pilot mindset, though that is important too, and we do have some fun “punny” men’s and women’s bad attitude tees that embrace this classic play-on-words bit of pilot humor.

Heading Indicator: What it Is, How it Works, and What to Do if it Fails
You won’t get far if you don’t know where you’re going, and if you fly in the wrong direction, it could be disastrous. This is why an accurate directional device like a heading indicator is such an important aircraft instrument.

Special Use Airspace: How to Stay Out of Trouble When Flying in and Around It
You’ve learned about the different classes of airspace plus the rules for entering each, so you may think you’re all set and ready to fly, but not ...

A Nuts-and-Bolts Guide to Transponder Codes (Bonus: Squawk Code PDF)
Today we’re digging into transponder codes and their usages. We will talk about the meanings of standard codes and emergency codes (plus which code...

Top 10 Flight Training Tools You Can’t Afford to Be Without
Are you a brand-new student pilot? Congratulations! As you count down to the first day of class, you’re probably wondering, “how do I prepare for pilot training?” and “what supplies are needed for flight school?”