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Skye is a modern aviation platform that brings together pilots, trainee pilots, flight instructors (CFIs), safety pilots, and aircraft owners in one place. This guide will detail what Skye is, how it works, its Time Building feature, the Aircraft Marketplace, the process of finding flight instructors, and the advantages the platform offers. It's a comprehensive beginner's guide for both new and experienced pilots.
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