Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Theyre pretty much the same thing, but heres the difference: DH is measured above the ground (AGL). LPV is the most accurate RNAV approach and can get you as low as 200 feet above the ground (AGL), just like an ILS Category I approach. On approach charts, youll usually see both the decision height (DH) and the decision altitude (DA).

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AeroSavvy

OCTOBER 30, 2021

The front side of the chart shows the corridors and procedures for general aviation aircraft. The ForeFlight app includes only the general aviation side. Both the paper and PDF/TIF chart include the general aviation and air tour operator side. General aviation aircraft fly above the air tours.

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Density Altitude General Aviation AGL Pilot 52

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key Takeaways Airports that fall under Class C designation handle general aviation and airline traffic. Class C airspace is essential for controlling general aviation and airline traffic for medium-sized airports. Before entering Class C airspace, pilots must receive clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC).

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

Keeping jet traffic safe alongside slower general aviation aircraft is harder still. That’s a considerable detour for small general aviation aircraft. Stay clear of the Class B boundaries if you’re flying under a shelf with a floor less than 3,000 feet AGL. Managing so many aircraft is challenging.

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Clearance Ceiling Airspace Classes Transponder 52

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

It’s as close to “evasive action” as you can get while flying a general aviation aircraft. However, it is best practice to start a steep turn no lower than 1,500 feet above ground level (AGL). Steep turns should be one of the most fun maneuvers pilots learn.

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Lift Aileron Drag Pilot 52

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 8, 2025

Critical Angle of Attack As the AOA increases, the wing generates more lift, but only up to a specific point known as the critical angle of attack, typically around 15-20 degrees for general aviation aircraft (though this can vary depending on the wing design). You should conduct training sessions at or above 1,500 feet AGL.

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Lift Accelerated Stall Pilot AGL 98

Air Facts

AUGUST 2, 2024

Even just passing through, the views are magnificent at 2,500 feet AGL running up the coast in the fall. This is a perspective that you just can’t get in a car and is one of the great pleasures of general aviation—you get to look out the window a lot and see the world in a new light. We decided to stay two days.

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General Aviation Weather Pilot Cockpit 98

Pilot Institute

JUNE 26, 2024

Yet, statistics show that go-arounds are among the riskiest maneuvers in general aviation. In IFR, retract flaps at the appropriate speed above 400ft AGL. After all, stopping landing while you’re already flying shouldn’t be too complicated. Luckily, with knowledge and training, go-arounds can become second nature.

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Wind Shear Runway Approach Aeronautical Decision-Making 52

Flight Training Central

APRIL 29, 2024

MTR’s with segments above 1,500′ AGL are identified by a three-digit number. MTR’s flown entirely below 1,500′ AGL are identified by a four-digit number. Special flight rules provide for general aviation operations within the area. Washington SFRA For heightened security, the Washington, D.C.,

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Clearance AGL NOTAMs Pilot 111

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

We are now seeing FAA enforcement actions based on ADS-B data to prevent legal water landings or frivolous lawsuits where complainants are suing for nuisance, trespass, and intentional infliction of emotional distress for aircraft flying at 4,000 feet agl in full compliance with FAA requirements, Pleasance wrote in the letter.

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Air Traffic Control AGL General Aviation Pilot 93