Looking to start your career as a commercial pilot? You’ll need to achieve the appropriate type rating for the aircraft types you want to operate. Most airlines require an aircraft type rating for any pilot they employ. Leopard Aviation’s flight school in Arizona helps each student pilot earn the certification needed. We’ll guide you through […]
Aircraft contain all kinds of wonderous indicators and instruments to measure velocity, altitude, weather conditions, etc. However, the single most important aircraft instrument is probably the airspeed indicator. True to its name, the airspeed indicator tells you how fast the plane is going and is important for flight planning and maintaining aircraft performance. With that in […]
The tradition of cutting the shirt tail of a student pilot after their first solo flight dates back to the early days of aviation. There are a few references to where this came from historically – let’s explore the heavy plane tail, the clipping, of birds wings, and the Navy. In the past, aircraft were […]
Embarking on the journey to become a pilot is not just a skill acquisition; it’s an initiation into an exclusive community of aviators who share a profound love for the skies. The moment you take control of an aircraft and soar into the heavens, you join a new circle of friends who understand the unique […]
Learn about all aspects of the aviation sector and launch your career as a pilot at Leopard Aviation. Call us today to speak with a specialist about enrolling in flight school. In an age when the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, it’s important to find ways to reduce carbon emissions for the greater […]
Get Your Pilot License at Falcon Field We want to thank our students from both Falcon Field in Mesa, AZ and Scottsdale, AZ for their flight training this year. We have had plenty of incredible pilots pass through our doors and we are honored to facilitate their hobbies, passion, and careers. It’s with great pleasure […]
Every pilot relies on visual flight rules while flying in fair weather conditions. This set of specific regulations is important for airline pilots during flight planning and when they operate an aircraft. This guide explains everything student pilots should know about these rules. Our instructors will teach you what you need to know when you […]
Student Pilot Requirements and Privileges Embarking on the journey of flight training involves obtaining a student pilot certificate, a pivotal step toward flying a powered aircraft independently, also known as “soloing” in aviation. Although not mandatory to commence flight lessons, initiating the application process early is advisable to prevent delays when approaching the solo flight […]
Many Arizona residents aspire to be an airline pilot and enter the exciting world of aviation. However, balancing a job, flight school, and family life is extremely difficult, causing many to ask, “Can you become a pilot while working full-time?” That’s why Leopard Aviation is here to provide you with answers. Leopard Aviation is one […]
Flight School Financing by meritize Are you dreaming of soaring through the skies as a commercial pilot but worried about the high costs of commercial pilot license financing? Leopard Aviation Flight School in Scottsdale, AZ and Mesa, AZ is here to make your dream come true! We offer a fantastic opportunity for aspiring pilots to […]