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AVIATES Acronym Explained

Pilot Institute

T – Transponder Check Your transponder, which helps air traffic control see your airplane on radar, needs to be inspected every 24 months. Without this, you can’t fly in most controlled airspace. S – Static System and Altimeter Check Pilots flying under IFR need their static system and altimeter inspected every 24 months.

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What Is IFR Plane Certification And Why It’s Important

Pilot's Life Blog

Essentially, IFR certification enables pilots to safely operate their aircraft in conditions where flying under VFR (Visual Flight Rules) would be impossible. At Leopard Aviation, we understand how vital this certification is, not only for the safety of flights but also for providing operational flexibility.