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How to Log Simulator Time: FAA and EASA Rules
Learn how to record ATD, FTD, FFS, FNPT, and BITD sessions under FAA §61.51 and EASA FCL.050, including instructor and recency rules.
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Guides17 min readHow to Log Instrument Time: Actual, Simulated, and IFR
Learn when FAA and EASA pilots can log actual instrument, simulated instrument, IFR, and FSTD time, including safety-pilot rules.
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Guides16 min readEASA Recency Requirements: FCL.060 Explained
Understand EASA 90-day passenger recency, night rules, IR validity, LAPL experience, and class rating revalidation in 2026.
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Comparisons15 min readBest MyFlightbook Alternative in 2026: 5 Compared
Compare five MyFlightbook alternatives by pricing, platforms, offline access, exports, airline tools, and migration effort.
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Comparisons17 min readPilot Logbook Software in 2026: 6 Options Compared
Compare six pilot logbook software options by verified pricing, platforms, offline access, exports, and best use case.
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What Counts as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Time? FAA and EASA Rules
When can you log PIC time? Compare FAA §61.51 with EASA FCL.050 rules for sole manipulators, instructors, students, PICUS, SPIC, and checks.
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Guides8 min readFAA Instrument Currency Requirements: The Complete Pilot's Guide (§61.57)
FAA instrument currency under 14 CFR 61.57: 6-HITS, the six-calendar-month requalification window, IPC rules, simulators, and passenger currency.
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Guides14 min readHow to Fill Out a Pilot Logbook Correctly: FAA & EASA Guide
Learn how to fill out a pilot logbook under FAA and EASA rules, including PIC, night, instrument, cross-country time, and common mistakes.
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FAA Professional Pilot Track: What the Proposal Means for You
The NFTA proposes a new integrated 200-hour Professional Pilot Track under Part 141. Here is what it covers, how it compares to current training, and what to expect.
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EASA vs FAA Logbook Requirements: What Actually Differs
Side-by-side comparison of EASA and FAA pilot logbook rules. PIC time, night definitions, required fields, and how to maintain one logbook for both.
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Comparisons14 min readLogTen Pro Alternative in 2026: Features & Pricing Compared
LogTen Pro costs up to $129.99/year. Compare it with Skyden: offline logging, PDF exports for 7 aviation authorities, and 20 free flight hours.
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How to Import Your Pilot Logbook to Skyden
Import your pilot logbook into Skyden from eight supported sources, including ForeFlight, LogTen, PILOTLOG, FlyLog, Swift, and the Skyden CSV Template.
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FAA Pilot Logbook Requirements: 14 CFR 61.51 Explained
14 CFR 61.51 only requires logging time used for a certificate, rating, flight review, or currency. Required entries, PIC rules, and e-logbooks explained.
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Comparisons15 min readForeFlight Logbook Alternatives in 2026: Honest Comparison
ForeFlight logbook alternatives for pilots who just need a dedicated logbook. Pricing, features, migration, offline use, and reliability compared.
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Guides12 min readFAA Part 141 Modernization: What the NFTA Report Means for Pilots
The NFTA submitted a 471-page proposal to overhaul FAA Part 141 flight training. Here are the 8 key recommendations and what they mean for student, career, and GA pilots.
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Best Pilot Logbook App in 2026: 10 Apps Compared
Compare the best digital pilot logbook apps of 2026 by pricing, compliance, and platform. An honest, unsponsored breakdown written by Skyden's founder.
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Guides15 min readEASA Pilot Logbook Requirements: The Complete Guide
What EASA FCL.050 actually requires in your pilot logbook. The 12-column AMC1 format and PIC vs co-pilot time rules.
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How Night Time Is Calculated for Your Logbook
The +30/-30 rule isn't how night time works. Learn how civil twilight defines night for your logbook and why latitude, season, and route matter.
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Guides8 min readDigital vs Paper Pilot Logbook: The Honest Comparison
An honest comparison of digital and paper pilot logbooks. No sales pitch, just the facts to help you decide what's right for your flying career.
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