Flying Academy – professional flight training (part 2)
March 22, 2010
We provide a complete practical and theoretical training for airline trainees and theoretical courses for helicopter trainees. We are specializing for complete training from zero to frozen ATPL.
Pilot Training ? The New High!
March 22, 2010
Flight or pilot training is a course of study used when learning to pilot an aircraft. The overall purpose of primary and intermediate pilot training is the acquisition and honing of basic airmanship skills. Pilot training is gaining a lot of interest and momentum these days especially among the adventurous types and prospective pilots. This has resulted in the opening up of many aviation academies in India like Chimes Aviation Academy, which boasts of providing pilot training on Cessna 172 and is also one of the best aviation academies in the country.
While undergoing training at an aviation academy, the student is given a Student Pilot License. After training, he can opt to become a private pilot or a commercial pilot. To become a private pilot, one has to obtain a Private Pilot License while to fly a commercial plane, Commercial Pilot License is required.
Student Pilot License is given those with 10+2 with science and aged at least 16 years should register at a flying club which is recognized by Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Government of India.
The second step is the Private Pilot License (PPL). PPL training includes sixty hours of flying of which about fifteen hours are dual flights, that is accompanied by the flight instructor and at least 30 hours of solo flights apart from five hours of cross-country flying. This makes one eligible for the Private Pilot License exam. The prescribed age for appearing for this exam is 17 years and an educational qualification of 10+2 along with a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by the Armed Forces Central Medical Establishment (AFCME).
A Commercial Pilot License may be obtained only after a PPL has been acquired. To obtain a Commercial Pilots License, 250 hours of flying (including 60 hours for the PPL) is necessary. Besides that one has to undergo a Medical Fitness Test and an examination.
Although there are various types of aircraft, many of the principles of pilot training have common techniques. All pilot training courses consist of some combination of theoretical learning conducted on the ground and practical exercises conducted in the air. Initial pilot training is often conducted in specialized training aircraft (most aviation academies use Cessna 172), which are designed for benign handling characteristics and lower costs compared to the aircraft which the pilot concerned is ultimately aiming to fly.
Aviation academies train an individual on the various skills required to fly an aircraft. It teaches a pilot the process of flying an aircraft through the air with proper direction and control. It also teaches the students to understand the weather forecasts. A Commercial Pilot License holder is supposed to be an expert in leading his crew and the passengers even in trying circumstances and a leader par excellence. Besides academic qualifications, a commercial pilot should also have a sound mind in a healthy body, lot of courage, determination and self-confidence.
Chimes Aviation Academy is one of the few aviation academies in India that boasts of a sound education system, world class facilities and a fleet of brand new aircrafts. More information about Pilot Training can be found on www.caaindia.com
Arizona Dream
March 22, 2010
The name “Arizona” descends from the Indian word “arizonac”, which means “short spring”. Arizona is the state of the high mountains, narrow canyons, green meadows and deserts. Arizona is situated on the South-West of the United States. It’s called “the state of the Grand Canyon”.
Thousands years ago Arizona was inhabited by the Navajo tribe. The history of the state of Arizona began on 14 February 1912, when Arizona became the 48th state of the United States of America. Arizona the sixth biggest state in the country.
The capital of the state is the city of Phoenix. It’s the largest city in the state. Its architecture can be described as a mix of the Spanish and Mexican styles. Phoenix Botanical Garden is full of cactuses of every shape!
State’s main attraction is Grand Canyon. It lies between two lakes. Grand Canyon is a complex of small canyons, waterfalls, graves put all together. Some archeological finds shows that the place was inhabited about 4000 years ago. Now it’s a natural reserve. Canyon has 365 km in length and 29 km in its widest part. The depth of the canyon in some parts reaches 1,6 km. There are no bridges across the canyon and those desiring to get from north to the south will have to make more than 300 kilometers trip (although the direct distance is 19 kilometers).
Deep down in canyon flows Colorado river. From 1,5 km height it looks small, but actually it’s very rapid and powerful river. Esplanada – red sandstone terrace looks especially impressive during the sunset. Now this place is very popular among tourists. Some courageous people dare to make pedestrian trips along the canyon, but the most of the tourists prefer buses.
Flagstaff is a cultural oasis in Arizona deserts. Very picturesque place, once having been the railway station, look much more different than usual American small towns with a couple of motels and bars along highways. Ancient hotels neighbor here with the vegetarian cafes and the most popular music here is jazz. Lowell observatory is famous for the fact that the planet Pluto was discovered here in 1930. Flagstaff, built along the famous Route 66 can be called the gates to the Grand Canyon. The way from Phoenix to Flagstaff takes about 3 hours.
There are some other interesting places in Arizona. Sunset crater – is the national monument. It was erupted for the last time 800 years ago, but its slopes are still deserted and covered with the ash and the black clinker.
Wupatki National Monument consists of the several ancient Indian settlements in the plain. The place was inhabited till 1250 AD and then was left because of volcano eruption.
Monument Valley impresses with the really Martian landscapes created by the huge red rocks of the odd forms.
The crossroad of the four states borders Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico is called Four Corners and is also worth visiting.
The significant part of Arizona is occupied by Navajo reservation. Indians here live in poverty and the main income comes from tourists. Souvenirs are sold everywhere in reservation.
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March 22, 2010
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Arizona, USA – A World Class Adventure
March 22, 2010
Arizona has Petrified Forests in such abundance at the Petrified Forest National Park. Drive through it or for a closer look go on hiking trails found there. It is located just off 1-40 in North East Arizona.
The Lost Dutchman mine was never rediscovered, there is a superstition that Gold can still be found, many adventurers visit this place called the Lost Dutchman State Park. Wilderness can still be explored and a desert Lake, Canyon Lake is very near to it.
Most of the tourists camp, hike or picnic at these desert trails. Handicapped people are also welcomed here.
The world’s largest natural bridge (400 ft wide & 183 ft in height) over looking the Pine Creek is in Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Flowing streams, upstream of the canyon, make a spectacular view.
A century old hotel, refurbished, provides excellent viewing. It is located 13 miles North West Payson off State Route 87. Picnicking or hiking is also catered for.
Considered to be Mother Nature’s finest playground is Slide Rock State Park. The Park’s name comes from 30 ft long water sliding down the rocks. The canyon here has Red Rock walls & pine forests. An Apple orchard is also an added attraction.
A huge crowd is always gathered here to refresh themselves at Slide Rocks during summer months. The parking facilities has also been expanded recently.
Just a few miles off West of Sedona in Arizona State is 286 acres of Red Rock State Park. Picnic areas and classrooms may be reserved for the public but they do provide education to school groups and private groups as well.
Swimming and going across water is available to local wildlife only and please don’t bring your pets as this is a place where there are no facilities for them. Still they provide camping sites, picnic grounds, hiking trails, classrooms, visitor’s center with a great theater and of course a gift shop.
Right next to the Community of Cottonwood, in the scenic Verde Valley, is Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Now don’t get alarmed by its name as here you can do bird watching, camping, canoeing, horseback riding, picnicking and stream & pond fishing.
Here you can also go hiking and the Equestrian events are held regularly.
Near the City of Show Low is located Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area. Imagine camping on a lake shore and watching the noble great blue herons. Show Low Creek falls into this lake, which provides water to lots of wild animals and it has a very different fishing area.
It has a huge variety of fish like rainbow trout, brown trout, channel catfish, walleye and green sunfish. Nearby White Mountain Trail System offers many hiking trails. This place adjoins the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest where you can get the geographical maps too.
This site offers agricultural features, camping sites, pit houses and lots of other sites. It is located a few miles North East of Winslow on State Route 87. Archeologists work in June & July only from Monday till Friday. Here archaeological exhibitions are also held many times a year.
This place offers many recreational areas with picnic tables electric supply, tent pads and grills.
As there is no size restriction on boats Lyman Lake State is 1500 acres of really beautiful Lake. A small herd of buffaloes are always grazing near the access road. A nice & restricted no-wake place for anglers.
This place offers facilities that include rock hounding trails, fishing, hiking, boat rentals and a swimming pool. General boat rental concessions are available by booking in advance.
On the foot of Mount Graham is a haven known as Roper Lake State Park. An excellent place for fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking and camping. Camp on the lake shore & avail a natural hot-bath tub which is prepared by park rangers. The park is located a few miles South of Safford off US Route 191.
Lots of other facilities include rest rooms, shower rooms, fishing pad (also for handicapped persons), waste disposal grounds, Electric hookup, boat ramp and Natural hot springs.
Desert scenery and an isolated place is Alamo Lake State Park. It is located on Bill Williams River and after some miles falls into Colorado River.
With a backdrop of picturesque Rawhide & Buckskin Mountains it presents a stunning view. Abundance of wildlife includes Bald Eagles, Coyote, Deer, Quails and wild Burros are the area’s trademark.
Some of the basic facilities include Group use area, hiking, fishing, Electric hook up, boating, rest room showers (accessible for the handicapped) and waste disposal area.
Buckskin Mountain State Park is located between the Mountains & the Colorado River, is a welcome site both for nature lovers and hikers. Three fully developed trails on these mountains that go up the steep bluffs are always inviting to hikers.
The River welcomes swimmers, pleasure boaters and water skiers with open arms. Anglers vie for channel cat fish, crappie, large mouth bass and bluegill.
There are two distinct units at Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor Beach and Cattail Cove. Windsor beach is a day out park with all water crafted facilities. It is located in a wonderfully developed area in Lake Havasu City just North of the Famed imported old London Bridge.
Two and a half miles long and spread over 250 acres, Patagonia Lake State Park offers a variety of recreational outdoor activities. The lake is filled with catfish, bluegill, crappie and bass and in winter by rainbow trout.
Because of huge gatherings, water skiing and jet skiing are banned in summer weekends.
For anglers facilities of half of the lake is converted into a no-wake area. It offers water & electric hook ups, picnic places, a swimming beach and a marina store with boat rentals.
For any information about big hunting game contact Arizona’s Game and Fish department.
Hope your stay in Arizona is a very memorable one.
