Can I see who my pilot is?

Airline pilots aren’t anonymous. Most captains announce their names over the public address system. But passengers Googling the people in the cockpit as the plane taxis toward the runway are unlikely to find reviews of their past flights.

Are flight manifests public?

Aside from military and government sensitive flights, flight information collected by the FAA is considered public information because taxpayers pay for air traffic controllers, runways, towers, and other resources utilized by both commercial and private pilots.

Can private pilots text while flying?

If you are asking if pilots can legally text while flying, then yes. There is no legal reason why a pilot may not send a text while flying.

Are FAA records public?

In accordance with the underlying statutory framework (49 USC Chapter 441) and as described in the applicable SORN, the information maintained in the aircraft record is available to the public upon request.

Can a pilot use his phone?

A pilot may not use his or her phone for non-flight related tasks during takeoff, landing, or while flying under 10,000. Upon reaching cruising altitude the pilot is free to use their phone at their own discretion. This is, however, the FAA policy so for commercial pilots it may vary company to company.

Is it worth it to buy your first plane?

You’ll need to consider the initial cost of the plane, as well as your ongoing fixed and variable costs of ownership. Finally, take some time and seriously consider if buying your first plane is a justifiable purchase, as well as ways to offset your buying and ownership costs.

What questions should you ask when buying an airplane?

In most cases, the first question a pilot must answer is the obvious one: How much money are you willing to spend on an airplane? In the majority of cases, this will be a finite number that will make the selection process easier. In others, a prospective buyer may be willing to spend as much as he or she needs to buy the airplane he or she wants.

How do I get a private pilot’s license?

Get a private pilot’s license by taking the proper courses and having supervised flight training so you can safely and properly operate a small plane. Learn the controls, how to take off and land a small plane, and how to properly maintain it before you try to purchase one. [1]

What should a buyer do before buying an aircraft?

AOPA recommends a buyer take the following steps before seriously considering a purchase. A Vref should be done for the aircraft under consideration. This will allow the buyer to see if the aircraft is priced reasonably. In addition, have a pre-purchase inspection completed; this will help avoid any surprises.