Want a Tip on Education and Safety? : The Logbook Never Lies

One way to do this is by keeping a logbook that reflects reality—not one that embellishes your total time or experience. Each listing should be complete and accurate. Thankfully, FAR 61.51 provides specific guidance on information that should be documented. The date of the flight is essential, as are the total flight time, departure and destination locations, and the aircraft type and N number. You’ll also want to include whether that time was flown solo or as part of a dual instructional flight with a CFI. Was it daytime or night? Instrument…