Northstar VFR

APRIL 20, 2025

Plan ahead: If you know youll be flying at night, in low visibility, or in a remote area, consult the Chart Supplement for detailed information on runway slope, approach and airport lighting. Frequently reference your altimeter, and always be ready to go around. Trust your instruments, including your pitch and power settings.

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Pilot Runway Instrument Meteorological Conditions Approach 52

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

ATC will let you know the current altimeter setting in their reply. Altimeter 30.02 The best way to do this is through the FAAs AIM (Aeronautical Information Manual). The fourth W (With), can be omitted in your initial call. You dont generally have to listen to ATIS for airports where you dont mean to land.

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Approach Clearance Pilot Air Traffic Control 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Pilots should also take full advantage of free reference materials like the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). However, out of all the excellent resources available to pilots, these are the ultimate source of information on the American ATC system. Think through what you will say. Take a deep breath.

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Aeronautical Information Manual Pilot Runway Air Traffic Control 65

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Pilots should also take full advantage of free reference materials like the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). However, out of all the excellent resources available to pilots, these are the ultimate source of information on the American ATC system. Think through what you will say. Take a deep breath.

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Aeronautical Information Manual Pilot Runway Air Traffic Control 52