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Comment · 1 year ago
HN is a place where you typically post links to sources that support your claim. We could all Google it (or ChatGPT it), but we may not come out with the same results. Why not post your sources so that we can discuss a common set of evidence?
Comment · 1 year ago
Yep. The flight training is the same as for a PPL, except there’s no VOR navigation, less instrument time, no night flights, and no (intentional) spin training.
Comment · 1 year ago
I think it’s more likely that the FAA drops the requirement for a third-class medical certificate to get a PPL than that they significantly loosen the diagnosis restrictions. At least they have discussed dropping the requirement in the past.
Comment · 1 year ago
I’m a sport pilot with a controlled airspace endorsement. It took just two lessons for my instructor to give me the endorsement. I don’t know why anyone would skip it.
Comment · 1 year ago
> it is the traveller's responsibility to have valid documents and be familiar with the current entry regulations

This response from the Norwegian foreign office makes it seem like the man lacked proper documentation, which led to the search. However, it’s unclear to me whether the comment is specific to this case or just a general statement.

Comment · 3 years ago
(2021)
Comment · 3 years ago
It’s hard to put a date on it, but surely it’s no more recent than (2021).
Comment · 3 years ago
Judging by its subsequent comments, this is almost certainly AI-produced.
Comment · 3 years ago
Because interest rates are the overwhelming determinant of general asset prices and bad news for the economy usually leads the Fed to lower/slow the hike in interest rates.
Comment · 3 years ago
Well, if we’re being nitpicky, balance sheet items such as a large net cash position (a derivative of past success or failure) are also relevant factors in the value of a company.

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