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The Pilotlog blog

Practical reading on currency, limits, and keeping a logbook that keeps itself.

9 Nov 2026 · 13 min read

Endorsement Logbook: What Pilots Must Record & Track

Your endorsement logbook proves training, authorisations, and currency. Learn what to record, how instructors must sign, and how digital logs help.

cfi logbook

9 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

Flight Instructor Logbook: How to Track CFI Hours

See what a flight instructor logbook must record under 14 CFR, how to log dual given, and how to track CFI hours and expiries with a worked example.

pilot logbook app

8 Nov 2026 · 7 min read

Pilot Logbook Apps: A Guide to Choosing the Right One

Compare log book apps for pilots on regulatory fit, currency tracking, expiry alerts and data export, with a worked 90-day currency example.

faa handbooks

7 Nov 2026 · 5 min read

Pilot Flying Handbook: What Each Chapter Covers

See what each chapter of the FAA pilot flying handbooks covers, which one suits your training, and how to turn the theory into a current, legal logbook.

logbook requirements

7 Nov 2026 · 13 min read

Flying Log Book: Requirements, Rules & Best Practice

A flying log book is your official proof of experience and currency. Learn what must be recorded, how long to keep entries, and digital options.

14 cfr 61.51

7 Nov 2026 · 14 min read

Pilot Flight Logbook: Requirements and Best Practices

Learn what a pilot flight logbook must contain, why accuracy matters, and how to maintain FAA and EASA compliant records throughout your career.

private flying lessons

7 Nov 2026 · 8 min read

Private Flying Lessons: What to Expect in 2026

Learn what private flying lessons involve, from flight time to ground school, costs to currency tracking, and how to choose the right instructor.

private pilot license

7 Nov 2026 · 12 min read

Private Plane Pilot Guide 2026: Training, Costs & Career

From student to seasoned private plane pilot: training pathways, licence requirements, real costs, currency rules, and career options in 2026.

logbook requirements

7 Nov 2026 · 14 min read

Pilot Logbook: Legal Requirements and Best Practices

What is a pilot logbook? Learn FAA and EASA requirements, what you must record, how to choose between paper and digital, and stay current.

jeppesen pilot logbook

6 Nov 2026 · 10 min read

Jeppesen Pilot Logbook: Paper vs Digital in 2026

The Jeppesen pilot logbook has been the trusted paper standard for decades. Compare paper vs digital options, formats, and what pilots need.

logbook requirements

6 Nov 2026 · 12 min read

My Flight Logbook: What to Log, Why It Matters, and How

Everything pilots need to know about maintaining my flight logbook: legal requirements, what to record, common mistakes, and how digital tools help.

digital pilot logbook

6 Nov 2026 · 13 min read

Best Digital Logbook for Pilots (2026 Guide)

Discover the best digital logbook for pilots in 2026. Compare features, accuracy, currency tracking, and compliance to find the right fit.

logbook requirements

6 Nov 2026 · 12 min read

Log Book Pilot: Requirements, Rules & Best Practices

Everything pilots need to know about logbook requirements, what to record, how to maintain records, and modern digital solutions in 2026.

helicopter flying

6 Nov 2026 · 10 min read

Helicopter Flying: Complete Guide for Rotorcraft Pilots

Everything pilots need to know about helicopter flying: licence requirements, flight principles, currency tracking, and safety essentials.

flight instructor

6 Nov 2026 · 11 min read

Flight Instructor: Your Complete Career Guide (2026)

Everything pilots need to know about flight instructors: certifications, responsibilities, training techniques, and career paths in 2026.

flight colleges

6 Nov 2026 · 12 min read

Flight Colleges: Choosing the Right Path to Your Licence

Flight colleges offer structured training from PPL to ATPL. Compare Part 141 vs 61, integrated courses, costs, and what to check before you enrol.

delta flight academy

6 Nov 2026 · 13 min read

Delta Flight Academy: Training Path to the Flight Deck

Delta Flight Academy delivers ab-initio airline training through the Propel program. Learn eligibility, structure, and how it fast-tracks pilots.

private pilot cost

6 Nov 2026 · 13 min read

Private Pilot Cost 2026: Real Numbers and Budgeting

What does a private pilot licence really cost in 2026? Real hourly rates, budgeting tips, and financing options for student pilots.