2026 marks Pro Pilot’s 60th anniversary in business aviation. We invite you to share with us how Pro Pilot magazine has benefited your career or business.
For most of my career, Pro Pilot magazine has been my go-to publication. It’s always been informative and interesting, and I’ve always loved Sid and Star. Here’s to 60 more years of being the best aviation publication!
Russ Appleton
ATP/Helo. Gulfstream IV, Falcon 50, North American Rockwell OV-10, Bell 222 & MD 500D
Dir of Ops
Airstat
Manning SC
It always has up-to-date information on every topic related to aviation.
Kenneth Gonsalves
ATP. Challenger 850, Citation Ultra & Falcon 900EX
Captain
FlightExec
Mississauga ON, Canada
Pro Pilot magazine has always been a great information resource. It has set high standards in providing up-to-date aviation news. Corporate pilots have learned, commented on, and enjoyed your publication for many years. It has served as an interactive tool for pilots and operators, by receiving comments and providing clear answers. Furthermore, Pro Pilot has allowed pilots to comment openly on subjects that affect our daily operations. It’s been our eyes and ears. Thank you, Pro Pilot. We hope to keep this relationship beyond our professional lifespan.
Jorge Lara
ATP. Global Express
Flight Ops Dir
AISS
West Palm Beach FL
Since my early jet flying, back in 1999, Pro Pilot has been a tremendous tool, especially due to the close operations that we have as a neighbor country. Its articles and contents have helped us stay ahead of regulations and procedures. It is still a magnificent tool that allows us to be up to date.
Omar Vargas
ATP. Challenger 650
Captain
Cuames
Metepec, Mexico
Has being helpful during my aviation career. It keeps me up to date on issues that our pilots might be facing, as well as some maintenance matters.
Reed Lamb
A&P. Citation CJ2
Dir of Maintenance
Bravo 26 Services
Kalispell MT
Relevant information about updates and new approaches that aid the aviation industry is always available from Pro Pilot magazine. This facilitates a safer, forward-thinking mindset.
Marlon Dowrich
ATP/Helo. Leonardo AW139
Pilot
Contract Pilot
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago
Enjoy reading about the new technology coming out, and the yearly Salary Survey. It also keeps me up to date with what is happening out in the field.
Gavin Watson
ATP. Global 7500 & Global Express
Captain
ExecuJet
Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Generally, Pro Pilot has been informative, especially in areas of new products and support, spare parts, and MRO-related subjects.
Joseph Mugalya
ATP/Helo. Airbus A300-620, Lockheed C-130 Hercules & Harbin Y-12 IV
Chief Pilot
Uganda Air Cargo
Entebbe, Uganda
When I was running a charter airline in the late ’70s, the quiz was a big help for pilots. Decades later, the well-researched articles on a wide range of topics greatly helped me as both a line and technical pilot. Thank you, Pro Pilot!
Frank Flood
ATP. Boeing 767/757
Sim Instructor
Air Canada/Cargojet
Mono ON, Canada
As a cover-to-cover reader and subscriber since Sep 1967, I’ve found Pro Pilot very beneficial in many ways, mainly thanks to its weather articles. Karsten Shein, Archie Trammell and Clay Lacy’s articles have been very educational, as have timely reports on conferences, meetings, and events of interest, and the chance to rub elbows with a “Who’s Who” of aviation giants like Charlie Gates and Bill and Moya Lear. For the most part, the annual Salary Survey has been a great tool to judge how we are doing. New equipment articles are also instructional for the operator. My favorite is Sid and Star, followed by Terminal Checklist.
Norman Kellman
ATP/A&P. Boeing 727 & Embraer ERJ-140
Former Pilot
Al Futton Investments
Bothell WA
Reading Pro Pilot brings me information on different topics, as well as up-to-date articles and event coverage. Situational awareness articles help readers stay sharp.
Ty Ashe
ATP/CFII. King Air 200 & Cessna 180
Chief Pilot
AES Aviation
Notasulga AL
I started flying about 4 years after Professional Pilot was first published, and probably read my first issue 4 years later when I became a “pro pilot” myself. It has been an invaluable source of information during all the years I have been flying. I like Viewpoints most of all, since I’m able to see what other pilots think about the topic of the month. Beyond that, I appreciate all articles related to operations, safety, and weather. Now that I’m retired, these topics are still valuable to discuss with students. Of course, the annual Salary Survey is always interesting – I wish salaries had been that high when I started. Keep up the good reporting! Pro Pilot is a good resource, even to a retired pilot.
Bruce Rainwater
ATP/CFII. Simulators
Simulator Instructor
Self Employed
Richmond TX
Just like in any industry or profession, learning and professional growth are necessary to achieve the primary goal of safe operations. Every issue of Pro Pilot carries content that challenges professional pilots to be the best that they can be. Sharing with others, and learning from them, is essential, even when it comes from errors or tragedies. The content has encouraged me to approach every flight with the mindset that “I learn something every day,” and I look for those opportunities. I’m grateful to contributors and authors who share safety and good practices to encourage that mindset and share other valuable information. This information has helped me accumulate nearly 32,000 accident-free hours.
Dwight Albers
ATP. Boeing 787
Captain
United Airlines
Fredericksburg TX
Have always enjoyed reading each issue of Pro Pilot. It helps me stay well-rounded in my aviation industry knowledge. I have fond memories of Murray Smith and his support of ALEA (Airborne Law Enforcement Association)/APSA (Airborne Public Safety Association) and public safety aviation.
Dan Schwarzbach
Comm-Multi-Inst/Helo. Bell 412 & MD 500
Exec Dir & CEO
Airborne Public Safety Assn
Frederick MD
Personally, Pro Pilot has been very beneficial during my career. Its great content and articles have kept me updated over the years.
Angel Olea
Comm-Multi-Inst. Falcon 900EX
Line Captain
Aerofrisco
México City, Mexico
The wide range of aviation topics covered by Pro Pilot is the key element that drives the value of this publication. Contents that benefit me the most are weather, operations/safety, and technology. Articles covering those areas are useful to me in my work, and I keep referring to them over time.
Luis Corrons
ATP/CFII. Boeing 737-700/-800/MAX 8
Former Simulator Instructor Pilot
Southwest Airlines/UPS
Anthem AZ
Pro Pilot magazine has played an important role in my insurance career by keeping me informed on real-world aviation operations, emerging risks, and regulatory changes from a pilot’s perspective. It has helped me understand how pilots actually fly, train, and manage risk, which has allowed me to communicate more effectively with clients and underwriters and ultimately provide more informed practical insurance solutions.
Charles “Chuck” Groel
Comm-Multi-Inst. Piper Aerostar
Principal & Owner
CWG Aviation Insurance
Consulting
Rancho Mission Viejo CA
I’ve been reading Pro Pilot for a long time – over 35 years — and it has always provided a varied view of the aviation world, with excellent articles on weather, new equipment, crew resource management (CRM), and procedures, as well as a good selection of management and business articles.
Bob Morcom
ATP. Learjet 45
Former Captain
Airtask Group
Benington, England
Always received good information and interesting articles from Pro Pilot. Moreover, I find the educational articles are applicable to my flight activities and thus improve my operations.
Ron Shintaku
ATP/CFII. Robinson R44/R22
Special Agent & Captain
State of California
La Verne CA
With all the changes over the years that have been important to both general and corporate aviation, Pro Pilot has kept me up to date. From articles on topics ranging from avionics to aircraft and flight operations, it has provided an unbelievable wealth of information that keeps me current on what’s important in our profession. Also, the approach chart quizzes and Sid and Star are excellent for keeping pilots sharp on how interpretations and procedures are to be applied in a flight situation. Thank you for providing us with a wonderful publication over the years. I’ve been reading Pro Pilot since 1983, and I still look forward to getting it and reading it every month.
Rick Ennis
ATP/CFII. Gulfstream, Hawker & King Air
Captain
American Airlines
Arlington TX
Accident articles have been very helpful during my career. Publishing in-depth articles about accidents, and explaining the how and the why, has allowed me to learn a great deal about how to avoid the mistakes that others have made.
Roger Valentin
ATP/CFII/A&P. Boeing 767/757/737/727 & McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Captain
United Airlines
Spring TX
Very pleased with Pro Pilot magazine. It has raised my awareness and helped me learn from accidents and weather.
Conrad Pillai
ATP/CFII. Learjet 60 & Fairchild Swearingen Metro
Chief Pilot, Check Airman, Instructor & Line Pilot
Sierra West Airlines
El Paso TX
The power of information about business aviation, aircraft technology, operations, safety and other vital topics is what has kept me reading Pro Pilot throughout the years.
Oscar Gaibor
A&P. Falcon 7X/2000LX EASy/50/200
Operations and Maintenance Dir
Corbantrade/Aeroflex
Quito, Ecuador
It’s kept me updated on the newest developments and technology in aviation. I’ve learned from stories of pitfalls in operating an aircraft.
Jan Dekimpe
ATP. Falcon 8X
Captain
Abelag Aviation
Harelbeke, Belgium
Being a safety officer with a Civil Air Patrol squadron and a former USAF safety officer, reading Pro Pilot has provided me with valuable guidance. I’ve used information from your publication over the years to supplement my briefings.
Steve Franklin
ATP/CFII. Boeing 737
First Officer
United Airlines
Fairfax Station VA
Since I started my aviation career, Pro Pilot has been part of my reading and a learning source. I can always depend on the magazine to provide current information and pertinent content. I congratulate Pro Pilot for their success and will continue to look forward to my monthly issue.
Roi Nieto
ATP. Falcon 2000
Captain
Clay Lacy Aviation
Temecula CA
Instrument approach articles are very educational. Having an overall picture of the state of business aviation has been very insightful and informative.
Greg Reed
ATP/CFI. de Havilland DHC-8-100/-200/-300, Beech 99A/B & Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
Former Captain
Piedmont Airlines
Stuarts Draft VA
The yearly Pro Pilot Salary Surveys have been an excellent tool for going into an interview well armed to negotiate your compensation. You’re able to recognize quickly whether a prospective employer is going to treat you well and value you as an asset, or if they’re trying to lowball you and increase their profit margin. You give us an idea of what is fair. And for that we thank you!
Lloyd Sharp
ATP. Citation X/V/I
Line Captain
MindWinder Aviation
Reno NV
It has helped me through the years to educate myself and to be aware of safety issues, leading to safe flying, and broadening my knowledge of current aviation technology.
Reynaldo Thompson
ATP. Citation CJ3
Captain
Aerovics
Toluca, Mexico
Have been reading Pro Pilot since 1978 and putting into practice the many and varied technical suggestions and articles, ranging from radar usage – especially those Archie Trammell articles –to new navigation aids, better CRM, and safer airplane procedures. I feel that all those safety tips are part of the reason I have survived and endured over 28,000 hours in military, corporate, charter, air ambulance, and Part 121 major airline, domestic and international operations. Keep up the good job, and I plan to continue reading!
Harold Coghlan
ATP/Helo. Boeing 737 & CRJ900/700/200
Instructor
Delta Air Lines/DPS
Birmingham AL
Articles about weather, different IFR approaches, and ATC operations are the most helpful. In addition, articles about high-performance aircraft operations have been very beneficial for me.
Clayton Edward
ATP/CFII. Citation II
Contract Pilot
Mechanicsville VA
Reading Pro Pilot has been very beneficial in my career. It’s helped me to learn about new navigation equipment, aircraft improvements, and new companies.
Eric Pineda
Helo/A&P. Leonardo AW109E
Technician
Nacmex
Toluca, Mexico
Pro Pilot has been a constant source of inspiration and professional development throughout my aviation career. Its high-quality editorial content, in-depth technical articles, and global industry insights have consistently helped me stay ahead of trends, refine my operational standards, and broaden my strategic vision of business aviation. More than a magazine, Pro Pilot is a trusted reference that has elevated my knowledge, supported key professional decisions, and contributed significantly to taking my aviation career to the next level.
Lucemir Eves
ATP. Embraer Legacy 600/ERJ-145, Citation X/650 & EMB-120
Captain, Chief Compliance
Officer & Managing Director
Whitetail Aviation Services
St Petersburg FL
Great publication for aviation knowledge and information on aircraft and other equipment.
I find lots of good articles, especially on safety, which I appreciate
very much.
Brad Maas
Comm-Multi-Inst/Helo/CFII. Bell 206B3/UH-1/AH-1F/OH-58A/C, Enstrom480B & MD 500E
Former Nat Res Pilot Scientist
Brad Maas Contractor
Baxter MN
Personally, Pro Pilot has kept me well informed on the latest innovations within the aviation industry, as well as challenges we can expect going forward. I always look forward to every issue.
Ed Ban
ATP. Airbus AS365N1
Instructor
SJ Innovations dba CSD
Naperville IL
There is not enough space to write the benefits of more than 20 years of providing the best technical and market articles. Thank you, Pro Pilot!
Michael Todd
Operator. Citation II/650
Owner
Big Apple Jet
Stuart FL
I’ve been a reader of Professional Pilot since the first issue, a copy of which is still on the shelf in my technical library. In the early 1960s, I was operating a string of FBOs across middle America, and a consulting company that helped with setting up flight departments in addition to accident investigation and loss adjustment for insurers. As a distributor and dealer for 9 different manufacturers, we were selling and supporting third-generation business aircraft to companies, either as their first business aircraft, or as a replacement for their Douglas DC-3s, Lockheed Lodestars, and the like. Learjets were in their infancy, and the queen of the emerging market was the Sabreliner. Those entering business aviation with their first aircraft were buying piston twins such as Cessna 310s and Piper Aztecs. When the general aviation fleet started to be absorbed by the corporate behemoths that were to take over the industry, I saw the writing on the wall and left the small airplane business for the airline world. I worked on airline start-ups and certifications, and provided contract flight crew personnel and training for airlines around the world. The consulting company became a contract aircraft flight test and ferry company with worldwide scope. Throughout, I have relied on Pro Pilot as a dependable source of accurate information about aircraft, engines, avionics, operations, and support components, allowing me to stay current on the state of the industry. Many publications have come and gone, but Professional Pilot has always set the benchmark that others were unable to meet or sustain. Congratulations to Eleni and all the staff for continuing to meet the high standards set for so many years by Murray.
Mark Goodrich
ATP. Airbus A340/A330/A320, Boeing 777/767/ 757/747/737/727, McDonnell Douglas DC-10, Gulfstream III & McDonnell Douglas MD-11
Senior Status Consultant
Aviation Consulting Enterprises
Reno NV
