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NTSB: Pilot Was Flying Too Low Before Hitting Smokestack in Idaho

Flying Magazine

The NTSB released its final report into the fatal April 2022 accident that occurred when the pilot was on approach to Burley Municipal Airport (KBYI). The standard for airspeed after passing the final approach fix was 120 kias indicated, according to the Flight Maneuvers Description Manual (FMDM).

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FAA Publishes Updated AIM—Basic Manual Effective February 20, 2025

Flight Training Central

The FAA has issued a new version of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). The basic manual is effective February 20, 2025. The change also clarifies guidance instructing pilots what is expected when controllers clear IFR aircraft for a specific instrument approach. Revisions include: 5-2-5.

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Scaring Yourself into Additional Dual Instruction

Flying Magazine

READ MORE: Should I File an Initial Approach Fix? A review of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) Chapter 4, 4.1.11 There was some experimentation with altitudes and a discussion of how to approach a ridgeline—always at a 45-degree angle—and knowing what topography will result in the least bumps.

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Mastering IFR Approach Radio Calls: A Simple Guide for Pilots

Pilot Institute

With Do you have any relevant information to add context? If you have weather information Charlie, then you say youre with Charlie. For example: Pilot: Seattle Approach, Cessna November Four Five One Romeo, Two Zero miles west of Seattle VOR, at 8,000, with Sierra, to land. Cleared ILS runway six approach. Altimeter 30.02

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

LiveATC provides over 1,000 live audio feeds from all over the world of towered airport, approach and ARTCC frequencies. It includes all the applicable federal aviation regulations, the complete Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), Pilot/Controller Glossary and more. LiveATC Air Radio is available for $3.99

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

LiveATC provides over 1,000 live audio feeds from all over the world of towered airport, approach and ARTCC frequencies. It includes all the applicable federal aviation regulations, the complete Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), Pilot/Controller Glossary and more. LiveATC Air Radio is available for $3.99

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

Northstar VFR

We had to quickly learn the cadence of communicating with Clearance Delivery, Ground, Tower, Approach and Departure controllers. The whole goal of radio communication with ATC is mutual understanding, using correct phraseology to transfer correct and concise information between pilot and ATC.

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