Alcohol and Drug use
FAR 91.17
No person may act or attempt to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft:
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Within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage or 0.04%
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While under the influence of alcohol
When you are flying at a higher altitude the alcohol in your blood will increase.
You can fly with someone who is drunk or under drugs just if it is an emergency situation.
While using any drug that affects the person's faculties in any way contrary to safety
If you have any questions about a specific medication, consult your Aviation Medical Examiner (AME)
While having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater in a blood or breath specimen. Alcohol concentration means grams of alcohol per deciliter of blood or grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath
A conviction for an alcohol or drug offense while driving requires a written report to FAA civil aviation security division (AMC-700) no later than 60 days after conviction (DUI) FAR 61.15
Tip: If you have two DUI actions within three years, the Administration can: Deny an application for any certification for up to 1 year from the date of the most recent OUI incident; Or Suspend or revoke your certification.
Medications
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration does not publish a list of “approved” medications for pilots. However, FAR 61.53, FAR 67.113, FAR 67.213, FAR 67.313, and FAR 91.17 preclude flying while having a condition or taking a medication that might affect flight safety.
Over the counter
https://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/medical_certification/media/OTCMedicationsforPilots.pdf
Logbook
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A pilot logbook is a record of a pilot's flying hours. It contains every flight a pilot has flown, including flight time, the number of landings, and types of instrument approaches made. Pilots also log simulator time, as it counts towards training.
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In the United States, a pilot is required to log all flight time that is used to meet the minimum requirements for a certificate, rating, flight review, or instrument proficiency check, and for currency. This means that a pilot does not need to record every single one of his or her flights.
FAR/AIM
The Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR)
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Discusses the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules that govern aviation; these are active under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) and have the power of federal law.
The Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
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Focuses on elementary flight information about America’s National Airspace System
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About me
Welcome to my corner of the web! I'm thrilled to have you here. First and foremost, let me introduce myself: I'm Cyrus (Kourosh Ghazian), a professional airline pilot and FAA flight instructor with a passion for teaching and a deep love for aviation in all its forms. While flying high in the skies is my day job, my enthusiasm for sharing knowledge and nurturing the aviation community knows no bounds.
Teaching isn't just a profession for me; it's a calling. There's something truly special about imparting knowledge and helping others soar to new heights, both literally and figuratively. Whether you're a seasoned aviator or someone just beginning to explore the wonders of flight, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
Despite my busy schedule in the commercial aviation sector, I remain deeply involved in general aviation. There's a unique charm to smaller aircraft and grassroots flying communities that keeps pulling me back. Whether it's exploring new destinations or simply enjoying the freedom of the open skies, you'll often find me indulging my passion for general aviation whenever I can.
This website is more than just a digital space; it's a hub for aviation enthusiasts, learners, and adventurers alike. Here, you'll find a treasure trove of resources, insights, and perhaps a sprinkle of inspiration to fuel your own aviation journey. So buckle up, and let's embark on this exhilarating flight together!
My FAA licenses
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ATPL
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A commercial pilot with instrument ratings (Single-engine and Multi-engine)
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FAA-certified flight instructor (CFI)
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FAA-certified advanced ground instructor (AGI)
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Unmanned aircraft pilot (UAS)
My type ratings
B-767 B-757
E-190 E-175 E-170
C150 C172 C172 G1000 C182 RG C182 FG C182 G1000 C210
PA-28-140 PA-28-161 PA-28-181 PA-38 PA-23
AA-5
BE-76
M-20-G
SR20 SR22
T-211
Navion G
SONIX
Becoming a pilot can be an incredibly rewarding and joyful experience, let me reassure you
Paul Mannion (DPE/ATP/MEI/CFII/CFI)
Cyrus is a very dedicated and skilled flight instructor. If you need training in the San Diego area, Cyrus should be your first call.
Colwyn (ATP/MEI/CFII/CFI)
I have been flying with Cyrus to brush up on some skills after a long break in flying. He has
been an awesome resource. He is very professional, knowledgeable, and knows the San Diego
airspace and local procedures well. He has facilitated my return to the air and I can’t thank him
enough!
TaJa (Student Pilot)
Cyrus is the best CFI I have met. He is patient and knowledgeable. He also understands the foundations of instruction and is able to explain the material in a most helpful manner!
Frank Chor (Commercial Pilot)
"First off, Cyrus is the man! My original instructor got a call from the big leagues in the middle of my training for my commercial license, and fortunately, he did a solid of getting me lined up to work with Cyrus to get me across the finish line. Cyrus stepped in and seamlessly guided me the rest of the way. His knowledge of aviation is incredible and his enthusiasm for instruction creates an excellent learning environment. Working with him really brought the joy of flying to a new level for me.
Cyrus has a unique ability to see exactly what might be tripping you up within your training and hone in on it in a positive and collaborative way. This is an invaluable skill and makes for a thorough learning experience and a fun one at that. Not to mention, he has an uncanny ability to make you laugh every lesson and even crack a smile when you've botched a maneuver.
If you're looking for instruction at any level I can't recommend him enough."
Robert Arthure (Commercial Pilot)
I recently finished my commercial flight training with Cyrus. I have worked with many instructors up to my commercial rating and I have to say Cyrus is the best I have trained with. He has the right blend of knowledge, professionalism, and patience, and tailors his training to your style of learning.
I was lucky to have him. He made the whole process fun and effective.
Andrew G (Commercial Pilot)
Cyrus was a great instructor. He helped me pass my commercial pilot exam in a Cirrus SR20. Specifically, he had great ground training materials that kept things organized and had great tips to help me crush my oral. My DPE commented on how well-prepared I was.