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Demystifying the FAR/AIM: Your Guide to Essential Aeronautical Information

Northstar VFR

The FAR/AIM is technically two books: The FAR (Federal Aviation Regulations), dealing with regulations, and the AIM (Aeronautical Information Manual), which is more geared to air traffic control procedures and basic flight information. That's where the FAR/AIM comes into play. Airspace Yeah yeah yeah, I know.

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What Are NOTAMs? Notices to Air Missions Explained

Pilot Institute

Checking NOTAMs before flight is required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR 91.103). The Purpose of NOTAMs A Notice to Air Mission (NOTAM) is a bulletin issued by a country’s aviation authority. But did you know that it also goes against Federal Aviation Regulations?

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