Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Terminal Arrival Area (TAA) approach is designed to provide a transition from the IFR enroute segment to the approach environment with little required interaction between the pilot and air traffic control (ATC). Some areas of the Basic T may be eliminated, while other areas are expanded.

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Approach Clearance Air Traffic Control Final Approach 52

Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

During the final stages of the flight, air traffic control told the pilot to expect the RNAV A approach to Montgomery County. The pilot asked for the RNAV GPS RWY 14 approach, which had lower minimums. His troubles began before he even started the approach. The Mooney continued its approach.

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Approach Runway Air Traffic Control Descent 86

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

When learning how to land a Piper Seminole, it is crucial to understand the role of each engine in the approach and landing phases. Pilots must be proficient in managing engine power, especially during the approach, where power settings and speed management are critical to a smooth and safe landing.

Descent 52

Descent Final Approach Approach Runway 52

Fear of Landing

AUGUST 9, 2024

The FFZ airfield has a 900-foot grass runway (18/36) and a low-altitude traffic pattern, allowing for spectators to watch the demonstrations of the slower aircraft. An airfield traffic pattern, also known as a circuit, is a standard path used by air traffic approaching the runway.

Runway 98

Runway Cockpit Pilot Final Approach 98

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

When used strategically you can use this information to gain additional insight into what’s going on in the airspace around you and make more informed decisions on each flight, giving you an edge when dealing with air traffic control. Call the controller or a flight service specialist. Where is the traffic?

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Clearance Weather Approach Runway 52

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Flying at non-towered airports can feel like stepping into a space where youre both the pilot and air traffic controller. youll need to master the basics of situational awareness, traffic patterns, and CTAF communication can make non-towered operations not only manageable but smooth and predictable.

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Pilot Runway Air Traffic Control Approach 52

Photographic Logbook

APRIL 19, 2024

I expected minimal IMC time and the need for an approach appeared beyond remote. Even though I was likely to be cleared through the outer ring by ATC (air traffic control) while on an instrument flight plan, I filed a route from Sodus to the Williamsport VOR (FQM) that circumvented the TFR entirely. Famous last words.)

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Approach Wind Shear Runway VOR 76

Fear of Landing

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Landed Without Incident In this recent Reddit post, an air traffic control operations manager is full of righteous indignation and I can’t say that I blame them. Upon disembarking, they were met by several fire trucks, and the police quickly arrived on the scene. They landed on the highway at 1:30am local time.

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Air Traffic Control Pilot Final Approach Cabin Crew 76

Photographic Logbook

JULY 9, 2024

I requested flight following to Boston for a city tour from Beverly Ground and we were handed off to Boston Approach shortly after getting airborne. November Four Eight One, Boston Approach, radar contact, say request." Boston was busy, but we stayed west of arriving and departing traffic. Niles Pond. Inner Harbor, Gloucester.

Clearance 52

Clearance Runway Approach Stability 52

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 10, 2023

When both plans were filed, he asked me to stand-by while he verified that the flight plan was properly pushed to Cleveland Center where Rochester Approach would be able to retrieve it. When I contacted Rochester Approach, the controller came back with, "Are you looking for your clearance to College Park?"

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Transponder Approach Clearance General Aviation 52

Photographic Logbook

JULY 14, 2024

As WFC President, he humbly suggested that I could legitimately use the callsign "Williamson One" with air traffic control. Final approach, runway 28, Block Island State Airport. While refueling, a CFI from one of the flight schools approached and asked how much I wanted to sell the Warrior. Photo by Alicia.

Runway 52

Runway Weather Airplanes Approach 52

Photographic Logbook

JULY 21, 2024

Manhattan was his white whale and it was finally going to happen for him on July 21. I think he was anxious about the air traffic control communications, but he planned to follow me in trail so that he could see how the radio work went. answered New York Approach brightly. A shift change!

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Weight-Shift-Control Clearance Approach Airplanes 93

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Basics of Radio Communications With Air Traffic Control The guiding principle of ATC communications is understanding. Say you are approaching the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport from the south in a Cessna 12345 and want to make a full stop landing. ASA Airplane Flying Handbook can be a great resource.

Aeronautical Information Manual 55

Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 55

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Basics of Radio Communications With Air Traffic Control The guiding principle of ATC communications is understanding. Say you are approaching the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport from the south in a Cessna 12345 and want to make a full stop landing. ASA Airplane Flying Handbook can be a great resource.

Aeronautical Information Manual 52

Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 52

NYC Aviation

JUNE 17, 2020

Go Around – An aborted landing by an aircraft that is on final approach. Can be initiated by either the pilots or air traffic control. A weather report predominantly used by pilots, air traffic controllers and meteorologists, to assist in weather planning and operational decisions for a particular airport.

Runway 52

Runway Air Traffic Control Approach Weather 52

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

2024, a Boeing 737-400 freighter operated by Swift Air of Spain on behalf of global logistics giant DHL crashed on final approach into Vilnius Airport (VNO) in Lithuania, the aircraft’s intended destination. On the morning of November 25. However, it is too early to talk about anything more precise.”

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Final Approach Approach Instrument Landing System Runway 334

Photographic Logbook

AUGUST 5, 2023

Kristy's family has pursued both approaches, with the latter epitomized by the annual "SurnameFest" gathering (name changed to protect the whimsical). The approach end of runway 34 is on a high bluff towering over an apartment complex. How do you stay connected when your family is scattered across the country?

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Weather Runway Approach Clearance 52

Photographic Logbook

AUGUST 3, 2024

But it was the first time Alyssa had ever seen the falls from the air and this sighting inspired a conversation about the logistics of flying the Niagara Falls sightseeing procedure. This lesson was rapidly approaching for Alyssa. While company is generally welcome, it can be a long and awkward ride if personalities do not mesh well.

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Airplanes Runway Weather Approach 92