Why I Always Prefer to Fly Alone—and the Benefits of Taking a Solo Flight

The first time I flew alone was in college, to meet my parents in Florida for my great aunt’s 100th birthday party. I ...

Las Vegas teen completes first solo flight on 16th birthday

Las Vegas teen pilots first solo flight after four years of training ...
Flying

First Solo: What to Know Before You Go

The first solo in flight training is a significant milestone requiring students to actively take ownership of their learning, including thorough research of FAR 61.87 and meticulous pre-flight ...
People

Lauren Sánchez Celebrates Son Evan's First Solo Helicopter Flight: 'So Proud'

“Today wasn’t just about a solo flight, it was the beginning of something bigger," said Sánchez, a pilot herself Abigail Adams is a Human Interest Writer-Reporter for PEOPLE. Lauren Sanchez/Instagram ...
Flying

There’s a Responsibility That Comes With Solo Flight

Solo pilots must diligently follow all pre-flight procedures, including comprehensive planning, weather briefings, and filling out dispatch forms, as these are critical for safety regardless of flight ...
WTOL

Teen pilot Allyssa Metz celebrates 16th birthday with first solo flight

SANDUSKY COUNTY, Ohio — While most 16-year-olds are learning how to drive, one is learning how to fly. Allyssa Metz has been logging flight hours since she was nine. Just last month, the sophomore ...
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First Solo Flight Experience

Join me on my journey to becoming an airline pilot as I fly solo in the Diamond 40 for the first time. Reflecting on my experience as a student pilot during my integrated flight training in 2012 at ...
WDBJ

This Day in History: First solo flight around the world completed

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - On July 22, 1933, Aviator Wiley Post landed in New York City, completing the first solo flight around the world. He finished the journey in 7 days, 18 hours and 49 minutes. His ...
Sports Illustrated

Washington Softball Player Completes First Solo Flight in Video-Captured Milestone

A Washington softball player completed her first solo flight in a milestone moment captured on video, marking an impressive achievement both on and off the field. Addie Craig is a woman of many ...