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How To Choose The Best Pilot Health Insurance

Whether you are new to the aviation industry or are a veteran, choosing health insurance can be a challenge. Sure, your employer will offer you a health package. But is it the right one for you and your family? Here are five things you need to know before deciding on your pilot health insurance. Your…

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Increasing Oil Prices May Be Good For Airlines

Naturally you might think increasing oil prices would have a negative effect on airlines. The rise in oil price directly impacts the price of air tickets. However, that may not be the case at all. According to Hunter Keay, Managing Director of Airlines, Aerospace & Defense at Wolfe Research, it’s not about the profit, it’s…

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What Your Family Needs To Know About Pilot Health Insurance

Health insurance coverage is offered by most employers. However, you may find you’re not too happy with the health care coverage extended to your family. Even though you may be covered well, your family doesn’t receive the same benefits. Here is what your family needs to know about pilot health insurance. Not All Benefits Are…

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health tips for living in China
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4 Health Tips for Living in China

If you are moving to China or have recently moved to China you may notice there are some very specific health differences. Most expatriates have adapted to these changes with ease, while others may find these changes difficult. From public, to private, to individual health, living in China comes with its’ own unique challenges. To…

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Pilot Fatigue Management by IFALPA

Introduction ICAO defines fatigue as: A physiological state of reduced mental or physical performance capability resulting from sleep loss or extended wakefulness, circadian phase, or workload (mental and / or physical activity) that can impair a crew member’s alertness and ability to safely operate an aircraft or perform safety related duties. Fatigue Management: ICAO Standards…

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Finding Care when you are Sick Overseas

For most people, getting seriously sick while traveling is rare. However, for pilots, it’s pretty common. Especially since pilots are traveling all the time for work! While most can fight off the common cold, flu, or stomach virus without medical attention; what happens if you get sick overseas and need to find a hospital? What…

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Protecting Yourself Against Zika

Zika has been one of the scariest viruses buzzing around lately. A lot of airlines have been affected by Zika, which has been linked to birth defects and flu-like symptoms. Currently there are advisories and warnings for traveling to areas of South America, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and Africa. According to the Association of…

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Pilot Lingo you never knew about

Traveling quite a bit you might hear some unusual phrases while in an aircraft. Is it code words or a secret language? What is this pilot lingo? Well, it’s not a secret language if you know what it means, but instead it might be aviation jargon. People who work in this industry have developed aviation…

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4 Private Jets You Can Own Today

Shopping for your own private jet? Check out these four private jets you can buy now! Knowing all the details can be important when making this decision. Cessna Citation X+ This aircraft starts at the sticker price of $22 million. The Cessna seats in between 8-12 passengers and has an upgraded engines and avionics. Business…

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