There’s a saying in aviation that while taking off is optional, landing is mandatory. On the other hand, committing to a landing when the approach is unstable is not mandatory. One of the most crucial ...

Breaking from a tradition that is decades old, the US Navy has decided to change the way that its student pilots prove worthy of the 'Wings of Gold' that designate them as carrier-qualified aviators.

A U.S. Navy pilot is asked to "call the ball" when landing on an aircraft carrier to indicate that they see the guide light ...