David Aldridge

David Aldridge

David has taught flight instruction since 2003, as a CFI and CFII. He also holds AGI and IGI ratings, and recently began exploring the world of drones with the RPC certificate. His 11,000+ hours were earned in Cessnas, Pipers and Cirrus aircraft, during which time he taught Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI and CFII candidates. He also logged a fair amount of time teaching in simulators (Redbid FMX) and has conducted ground seminars on a variety of topics. When he’s not flying, David enjoys playing music (multi-instrumentalist), writing fiction and non-fiction, and exploring the Texas hill country.

Articles by David Aldridge

Rising Above the Soup With an IFR to VFR-on-top Clearance
Wingtip over the clouds at sunset

Rising Above the Soup With an IFR to VFR-on-top Clearance

Sep 24, 2023 3 min read
The Essential Elements of Special VFR
Airplane departing in cloudy conditions

The Essential Elements of Special VFR

Aug 23, 2023 3 min read
Instrument Approaches: As Easy as 5 A's and T's
GA airplane flying an instrument approach

Instrument Approaches: As Easy as 5 A's and T's

May 11, 2023 9 min read

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