An Aviator ’s Field Guide to the Pilot Career Path
By Jason Blair
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The path to a pilot career can be rigorous and expensive; with this new book by Jason Blair, readers have a knowledgeable advisor to help new pilots get started and stay on the right track.
Readers will learn about financing, training, medical concerns and questions, how parents can best help their children pursue the path, how to choose the best training provider, and how to be most efficient in training efforts. Pilot Career Path is a roadmap for pilots (and parents of pilots) seeking to understand the path from starting pilot training to becoming a professional airline, charter, or corporate pilot.
Ideal for STEM programs, young readers, and career guidance counselors.
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The Complete Remote Pilot
New Third Edition
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Earning a Remote Pilot Certificate requires passing an FAA Knowledge Exam. The Complete Remote Pilot by David Ison not only prepares you for the exam but also teaches you about how drones fly, their components and systems, and the requirements to fly in the same airspace as crewed aircraft.
This comprehensive yet easy-to-read textbook will teach you specifics on drone terminology, regulations, airspace and navigation, airport and off-airport operations, radio communication procedures, weather, aerodynamics and aircraft performance, emergency procedures, human factors, maintenance, and preflight inspection procedures.
This third edition incorporates regulation changes in 14 CFR Parts 89 and 107 for sUAS equipment; operating at night and over people; remote pilot knowledge, training, and certification; and remote identification of uncrewed aircraft.
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Checklist for Success, Eighth Edition
By Cheryl A. Cage
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Written by Cheryl Cage, whose name is synonymous with exceptional career guidance, Checklist for Success takes you from application through to the interview. In this new eighth edition, Cheryl updated her advice to reflect today’s airline hiring trends and procedures, featuring current resume examples in addition to guidance on applications and new hire paperwork.
Cheryl offers a step-by-step interview preparation program, reflecting on her own experiences in counseling aspiring pilots, furloughed pilots, and career changers to clearly illustrate her points. The program Cheryl provides in Checklist for Success will help lower your stress level and shorten the time it takes to reach your highest career goals.
| |  | | 2026 Aviation Mechanic Test Guides | | |
ASA Test Guides prepare applicants for the General, Airframe, and Powerplant FAA Knowledge Exams and align with the Aviation Mechanic Airman Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-1) and Part 147. The new 2026 editions reflect the most current information available to prepare for the tests and include two years of free updates to keep applicants informed of test changes impacting their preparation.
Test Guide books (AMG-26, AMA-26, and AMP-26) include questions, answer choices, explanations, references, ACS codes, FAA figures and illustrations (from the FAA-CT-8080-4G), and a guide to the Oral and Practical tests, as well as 5 online practice tests at Prepware Online.
Test Guide Plus (TPP-AMG-26, TPP-AMA-26, and TPP-AMP-26) products include a book plus the most current Prepware software and a two-year subscription to Prepware Online. This money-saving deal has the most flexibility, offering study from a book, on a desktop or laptop computer, or using a tablet or smartphone.
| | 30% off the ASA AirClassics® HS-1A Pilot Headset | | |
Shopping for a new aviation headset? Order before midnight on Thursday, July 11 to receive 30% off the ASA AirClassics HS-1A Pilot Headset. This promo code will be applied to your account and valid until 07/11/2025 11:59PM PDT or while supplies last. You will see the discount apply at checkout.
Features include:
- Sturdy and reliable—yet reasonably priced for maximum value.
- Lifetime warranty.
- Adjustable headband with easy thumb screws eliminates hot spots, accommodates eyeglasses and hats, and fits any head size.
- Earcups of high-density acoustic foam for passive noise attenuation.
- High-fidelity speakers for clear, natural sound.
- Noise reduction rating (NRR) of 23 dB.
- Electret, noise-canceling, flex-boom microphone reduces background noise and allows clearest voice transmission.
- Includes a microphone muff to optimize speech quality.
- Gold-plated microphone and headphone plugs ensure optimal connections and resist corrosion.
- High-grade, multi-strand wire improves cable life.
- Stereo/mono capability. (Please reference operational notes when using this feature.)
- Large, dual controls for quick, easy volume adjustment of each ear.
| | New Online Courses from ASA and Sporty’s | | For CFI and ATP applicants | | |
ASA and Sporty’s Pilot Shop have joined forces to educate the next generation of flight instructors and airline pilots through two new courses, now available in the Sporty’s Pilot Training app. The Flight Instructor Checkride and Test Prep Course (CFI, CFII, FOI) integrates Instructor Pilot/CFI Prepware®, The Flight Instructor’s Manual textbook by Bill Kershner, and the Flight Instructor Oral Exam Guide by Michael Hayes to provide scenario-based training and targeted explanations that go beyond rote memorization.
The ATP Knowledge Test and Checkride Prep Course integrates ATP Prepware®, The Pilot’s Manual: ATP textbook and the ATP Oral Exam Guide by Jason Blair to prepare applicants for the FAA testing that concludes the ATP certification training program (CTP)
The courses are available online and in Sporty’s Pilot Training app for $199.99 each. Access them with your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android, AppleTV, Roku, FireTV, AndroidTV, or Chromecast. Once purchased, they are automatically available in your Pilot Training account across all platforms.
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Attention Student Pilots!
Are you preparing for your Private Pilot Checkride? The next ASA Library Members Only eBook Offer is for you! Get a coupon code for the Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide, Fourteenth Edition when you register before July 11th.
Join the ASA Library Members Only list and receive as much as 50% off select eBooks in the ASA Library. These limited-time offers are sent to registered ASA Library members only, and are good for just a few days. The next coupon will be sent on Friday, July 11th.
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Federal Aviation Regulations
ASA's FAR/AIM Series provides the most complete and up-to-date information available. As a subscriber to our free update subscription service, you receive notices automatically when a regulatory or procedural change is released by the FAA.
These latest updates to the FAR/AIM series can be found in the table below. The 2026 FAR/AIM Series will begin shipping mid-July!
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2025 FAR/AIM
2025 FAR-AMT
2025 FAR-FC
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Update
July 1, 2025
July 1, 2025
Jan 15, 2025
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Cockpit Procedures
Effective Routines for Pilots and Virtual Aviators
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Written by an experienced instructor and pilot examiner, Cockpit Procedures provides a solid understanding of the underlying principles for, and detailed descriptions of, the checklists and routines used in many flight schools. Readers will find it contains a practical definition of airmanship and covers good habits to develop, effective workload management, and even what you should have in your flight bag.
Both airplanes and helicopters are covered, delivering the essential aspects of effective training—technical knowledge, practical application, and context learning. Cockpit Procedures targets the pilot from the beginning of their career through to retirement.
| | | | Dealer of the Month: July | | Originally Launched in 2008, the Learn to Fly Blog is for student pilots and those considering flight training. This is a great resource to acquire the aeronautical knowledge needed to be successful during and after training. Certificated pilots and flight instructors will find this a platform full of insights into the aviation environment, in addition to providing encouragement and guidance to newer members of the aviation community. | | |
The Future of FBOs
Most flight training in the United States takes place at airports that include fixed-base operators (FBOs). An FBO is a commercial business that provides aviation services to both general and business aviation at airports. Essentially a gas station for airplanes, they are a critical component of the airport infrastructure, providing …
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Seaplane Ratings and You
The path to flying seaplanes has two lanes. You can go directly to your seaplane pilot rating, called the ASES (Airplane Single Engine Sea), as your first pilot certificate or, most commonly, you can obtain it as an add-on rating after you already hold the ASEL (Airplane, Single Engine Land) …
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AirVenture 2025
OSHKOSH, WI— July 21-27
| | Airventure is just around the corner. Will ASA see you in Oshkosh this year? Once again ASA will be in our usual spot in Hangar B, Aisle D and outside at Aviation Gateway Park. Come see us inside for the complete line of ASA products, and swing by our outdoor booth to purchase a new 2026 FAR/AIM. | | |
There is a nationwide shortage of designated mechanic examiners (DME’s) which is creating challenges for schools to get approval to administer exams or to create new written testing sites. Because of this shortage, many graduates are facing significant delays in scheduling their oral and practical exam, sometimes even requiring traveling out of state to secure an appointment spot. A&P schools are expressing their dissatisfaction with PSI services, stating that the search function for testing sites is difficult to use and partially inaccurate.
Learn more:
Schools Say FAA Testing Hurdles are Stifling MRO Workforce Growth
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AviNation: The Future in Flight Podcast
The Future in Flight Podcast is dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of aviation enthusiasts and professionals. By sharing compelling stories, expert insights, and real-world experiences from industry leaders, the podcast provides valuable guidance for young pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and aviation innovators.
Through engaging conversations and in-depth discussions, The Future in Flight serves as a launchpad for aspiring individuals, equipping them with the knowledge, motivation, and connections needed to soar in the dynamic world of aviation.
Check out the latest episodes of The Future in Flight:
https://futureinflight.com/episodes/
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ASA has partnered with AviNation to sponsor the "Rising Star" program, a recognition program designed to empower and elevate students who show a passion for aviation and want to pursue an education and/or career in the aviation industry.
Each Rising Star will receive a prize package from ASA to help with their future training needs. This month we would like to congratulate Michael Shepelenko, Dylan Collins, and Ethan Hebert on being AviNation's new Rising Stars. Learn more about these remarkable students on social media.
| | Scholarships Opportunities | | NGPA—Applications open now through July 31, 2025 | | | Women in Aviation Intl. (WAI)—Applications open from July 15- Oct. 15, 2025 | | | |
Last month we asked what your dream career in aviation would be. In first place was corporate pilot with 29.6% of votes. Surprisingly, in second place was fighter pilot with 14.8% of votes. Third place was tied between regional airline pilot, scenic tour pilot, and airline pilot. And tied in last place were cargo pilot, skydive pilot, and aerobatic pilot.
The following poll is for anyone who wants to participate. Your participation in the poll is voluntary. Your identity will not be made public and is used solely for the purpose of understanding ENROUTE reader preferences, so that we can continue to provide you with the products, services, and information most useful to your training journey.
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| What was the biggest challenge in your flight training journey? | | | | Trusted in aviation training since 1940, ASA creates first-class products that empower pilots and mechanics to succeed—whether your journey involves earning your airman certificate, flying or maintaining a new aircraft, or climbing the career ladder. Backed by integrity and exceptional customer service, our pilot supplies, books, and digital training help you navigate the dynamic aviation landscape. With ASA by your side, the sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning! | | |
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