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Latest news at Pilot-Hub

Flying with hay fever: what pilots should definitely bear in mind

Spring not only marks the start of the flying season, but also the season of pollen - and thus the time of suffering for many allergy sufferers. Hay fever is more than just an annoying side effect: for pilots, it can pose a serious risk to their fitness to fly. Sneezing attacks, watery eyes and fatigue not only jeopardise concentration but, in the worst case, also safety in the cockpit.

14 June 2025

Pioneering work in flight simulation: EASA-approved mixed reality simulator NOVASIM MR DA42 takes off

Digitalisation in aviation is advancing in leaps and bounds - including in pilot training. Swiss manufacturer Brunner Elektronik AG has now set a milestone with the NOVASIM MR DA42: The EASA-certified mixed reality simulator is the world's first of its kind in the FNPT II (Flight and Navigation Procedures Trainer) sector to work with an XR headset. Approval was granted on 28 May 2025 by the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) in the

14 June 2025

A solo flight with a serious outcome: What the accident in Oerlinghausen teaches us about flight training and mental resilience

A first solo flight is a significant step for every student pilot - a moment that requires self-confidence and flying maturity. But what happens when technical errors, mental exhaustion and incomplete decision-making skills come together? The serious accident involving a student pilot at the Oerlinghausen special landing site (EDLO) in October 2023 provides tragic illustrative material - and important insights for training in general aviation.

14 June 2025

Security situation in Swiss civil aviation in 2024: more incidents, new challenges - and targeted prevention

The Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) has published a comprehensive analysis of the safety situation in Swiss civil aviation in its Annual Safety Report 2024. The figures show a significant increase in reported safety-related incidents - to 12,751 reports, which corresponds to an increase of around 20 % compared to the previous year. The increases in GPS malfunctions, incidents involving conspicuous passengers and near-collisions are particularly striking. The report shows: Air traffic is becoming more complex - and the FOCA

13 June 2025

MOGAS 2025: Current list of airports with mogas in Germany

While most powered aircraft are traditionally operated with the more expensive Avgas 100LL, numerous modern or converted piston engines can also fly with commercially available premium petrol - known as MOGAS in aviation jargon. The updated overview of German aerodromes with a MOGAS supply is therefore published once a year and is eagerly awaited. The 2025 edition is now available online - a big thank you goes to René Mühlmeier, who compiled this extensive and extremely useful list for many pilots.

13 June 2025

Bird strikes in recreational aviation: an invisible danger with serious consequences

With the start of the breeding and rearing season, the risk of bird strikes increases in Central Europe - an underestimated but safety-relevant issue that affects not only commercial aviation, but also general aviation in particular. Recreational pilots need to be particularly vigilant.

23 May 2025

NFL Ticker

As part of a military exercise, the Federal Ministry of Transport published an announcement on 11 June 2025 regarding the temporary establishment of a flight restriction area in south-western German airspace. The affected area around the US Ramstein Air Base lies within the area of responsibility of the Langen Flight Information Region (FIR) and particularly affects general aviation, drone operators and model aircraft in the Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland region. The measure was officially published under the name ED-R Ramstein in the Nachrichten für Luftfahrer (NfL 2025-1-3519).
In connection with a large-scale military exercise in north-eastern German airspace, the Federal Ministry of Transport issued an announcement on 11 June 2025 designating several temporary and geographically limited areas with flight restrictions (ED-R) as well as danger areas in the Bremen flight information region and the upper Rhine flight information region. The measure primarily affects airspace over Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Brandenburg and parts of Saxony-Anhalt and Schleswig-Holstein - with implications for civil air traffic, particularly for general aviation.
In the course of planned military activities, the Federal Ministry of Transport has established a temporary flight restriction area in the Bremen flight information region with effect from 26 May 2025. This affects the airspace around Bückeburg, where flight operations for civilian and unmanned aircraft will be significantly restricted between 25 and 28 June 2025. The measure was published in the aviation bulletin (NfL 2025-1-3497) and particularly affects general aviation (GA), drone operators and model aircraft in the region.

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The acquisition of a flight licence is basically possible for everyone. But in contrast to a normal car driving licence, a flying licence brings various bureaucratic preparations and requirements to the table.

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As part of our own pilot training, we have realised that it is often far too difficult to receive up-to-date, detailed and complete information. There are some really good websites, but even these often only contain partial information. Over time, we found ourselves with an ever-growing list of links and different information snippets. This idea evolved and the result is what you see now.

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Who is behind it?

Jochen

I only started flying at the age of 40 - which was actually far too late!
After my LAPL training on the trusty Cessna 172, I completed my PPL, my instrument rating and finally my CPL almost seamlessly. Whether Mooney, Cessna or a TB20, flying has cast a spell over me! So much so that I recently became the proud co-owner of a Cessna P210, which also has room for my entire family, including my three children. Who knows, maybe my enthusiasm will rub off on them!

Tim

Originally dreaming of becoming a pilot, I ended up becoming an engineer.
Fortunately, I started my LAPL training at the end of my studies, which was immediately followed by my PPL including night flying.
Naturally, I am also interested in all aircraft technology and avionics and am delighted to be a member of Germany's oldest flying club - the Luftfahrtverein Essen e.V.!

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