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How to Wrap Your Head Around Weather

Flying Magazine

Despite my background as a research meteorologist, my aviation weather background was limited when I was a student pilot. So, I was very excited to discover what more I might learn about weather in addition to all of these other disciplines. It Isn’t Easy First and foremost, weather is inherently difficult.

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

Stratus Insight Appareo relaunched this app in 2020 with a host of flight planning and weather tools, but the most useful feature for student pilots is the speech-to-text option for radio communications. These all-in-one planning and navigation apps can do an amazing number of tasks, from weather briefings to moving maps.

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Top 10 apps for Student Pilots

iPad Pilot News

Stratus Insight Appareo relaunched this app in 2020 with a host of flight planning and weather tools, but the most useful feature for student pilots is the speech-to-text option for radio communications. These all-in-one planning and navigation apps can do an amazing number of tasks, from weather briefings to moving maps.

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

Aerotime

Weather report (if applicable). The global aviation industry relies upon the use of the two key phrases mentioned above, and although they are similar in function, they are subtly different from one another in meaning. The identity of the station being called. Pilot’s intentions and the nature of assistance required.

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What to Expect When Learning to Fly

Flying Magazine

There are 15 experience requirements listed in the Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM) rule book under Part 61.87 We can’t control the weather. Solo Flight Your first solo is the halfway point of your private pilot training. that are required to be covered before you can be soloed.

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

Northstar VFR

Utilize the Aeronautical Information Manual: Study the AIM Chapter 4, Section 2 – “Radio Communication Phraseology and Techniques.” You may hear some important information given to another pilot that pertains to you such as a change in winds or weather, traffic in your area, or PIREPs.

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Ace Your Private Pilot Oral Exam with This Guide

Northstar VFR

As different regulations, sections from the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) , Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK) , or Airplane Flying Handbook are referenced, take a moment to look them up and highlight or tab them. A good study foundation can begin during your ground school.