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How to Wrap Your Head Around Weather

Flying Magazine

In other words, it’s more than just jumping into an airplane and learning stick-and-rudder skills. It’s a fairly short and succinct list that’s all documented in the new Aviation Weather Handbook (FAA-H-8083-28) and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). It certainly doesn’t hide it.

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“Mayday, Mayday, Mayday” – AeroTime’s guide to aviation emergency communications 

Aerotime

Some of these events may be minor, while others can endanger the safety of the airplane and everyone onboard. Even if the radio is working, pilots often select 7700 so that it is highlighted on ATC radar screens for controllers to clear other airplanes out of the way and give the aircraft in distress priority service to get them to safety.

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Scaring Yourself into Additional Dual Instruction

Flying Magazine

A review of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) Chapter 4, 4.1.11 READ MORE: Make Flight Reviews for CFIs Worthwhile I advised him that slips do feel awkward at first, especially in a side-by-side airplane with a narrow cockpit. We started with the lack of radio contact. verified that 122.75—what

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How To Talk To ATC: A Pilot's Guide to Effective Communication

Northstar VFR

I couldn’t believe that he was flying an airplane all by himself! When I heard my husband not only flying an airplane, but also making one radio call after another announcing his position in the pattern, I was blown away. Always fly the airplane first, but when you’re able, it helps to jot down important numbers.

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

It includes all the applicable federal aviation regulations, the complete Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), Pilot/Controller Glossary and more. FAR/AIM Every student pilot should carry a copy of the FAR/AIM with them, and this iPad app version makes it easier than ever.

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

It includes all the applicable federal aviation regulations, the complete Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), Pilot/Controller Glossary and more. FAR/AIM Every student pilot should carry a copy of the FAR/AIM with them, and this iPad app version makes it easier than ever.

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Demystifying The FAR AIM: Your Guide To Essential Aeronautical Information

Northstar VFR

By Ally Melick CRJ Pilot, CFI-I, MEI The Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM) is the pilot’s bible. When you’re building time in the airplane and you're not sure whether you should log it as day or night, these definitions may come in handy! you will have a shiny new license in no time.