Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In this exerpt from Advanced IFR , by Pilot Workshops, follow along on this IFR flight from Eagle, CO (KEGE) to Aspen, CO (KASE). SIDs are air traffic control procedures created to provide obstruction clearance and a transition from the terminal area to the en route structure.

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Air Traffic Control Pilot Clearance 52

AV Web

JULY 13, 2024

Audio from air traffic control reveals the American Eagle flight was cleared to land on the same runway the Endeavor Air jet was taking off. The American pilots questioned the clearance before air traffic control can be heard telling the American Eagle flight to abort the landing and “go around.”

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Air Traffic Control Jet Clearance Runway 98

Northstar VFR

MAY 9, 2024

Radio communication is a very intimidating skill for many new pilots. It was for me, especially when I had to fly to a towered field and talk to Air Traffic Control (ATC). We had to quickly learn the cadence of communicating with Clearance Delivery, Ground, Tower, Approach and Departure controllers.

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Aeronautical Information Manual Clearance 76

AOPA

APRIL 3, 2024

The FAA formed a Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) in December to address barriers that prevent pilots and air traffic controllers from disclosing and seeking care for mental health issues.

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Air Traffic Control Clearance Pilot 52

Flight Training Central

MAY 28, 2024

If the wind is as shown by the landing direction indicator, the pilot should land on Runway 9 and expect a crosswind from the right. The recommended entry position to an airport traffic pattern is 45° to the base leg just below traffic pattern altitude. Safe obstruction clearance in the approach area. Pilot in command.

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Crosswind Runway Air Traffic Control Approach 98

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The planes were under their own power (they weren’t being towed), and obviously Atlanta Airport ground controllers would have been giving the planes instructions. So was this a case of the air traffic controller giving incorrect instructions? Is there another explanation?

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Tail Jet Air Traffic Control Clearance 114

Flying Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Other important measures included agreeing to hire and train up to 3,000 new air traffic controllers; increasing the length of cockpit voice recordings to 25 hours (from two hours); and extending the time frame for airline passengers to redeem travel credits to at least five years.

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Air Traffic Control General Aviation Clearance Cockpit 85

Ask Captain Lim

AUGUST 18, 2024

The AAIB revealed that an unqualified pilot inadvertently extended the spoilers, causing the plane to stall and crash two minutes before landing. The cause was a miscommunication between the crew and air traffic control. These examples demonstrate the value of air crash investigations.

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Air Traffic Control Weather Clearance Cockpit 59

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The two most useful benefits have been ADS-B datalink weather and a real-time traffic display in the cockpit, delivered by the network of ADS-B ground stations in the U.S. Call the controller or a flight service specialist. File one of these routes and you’re almost guaranteed a “cleared as filed” from clearance delivery.

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Clearance Weather Approach Runway 52

Jetwhine

JULY 1, 2024

Decades ago, when I learned to fly, it was well-known that a commercial co-pilot/first officer was allowed to occupy the right seat of a transport airplane only if they’d proven themselves subservient enough to understand that the guy in the left seat was perfectly capable of handling the airplane all by himself.

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Flight Plan Knot Runway Cockpit 105

Plane and Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

They include key points, such as avoiding distractions, trying to predict risks ahead, not assuming others will do what you would in a particular situation, being aware of other vehicles, signaling, and being careful at intersections just in case the other drivers fail to stop for signs or traffic lights.

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Pilot Approach Weather Air Traffic Control 93

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

If there was one thing that shook my nerves every time as a beginning pilot, it was talking to ATC. Controllers spoke quickly and used unfamiliar words and phrases. Thankfully, as many pilots are quick to discover, radio comms are not really as intimidating as they seem. I struggled in the early days just to understand them.

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Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 64

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

If there was one thing that shook my nerves every time as a beginning pilot, it was talking to ATC. Controllers spoke quickly and used unfamiliar words and phrases. Thankfully, as many pilots are quick to discover, radio comms are not really as intimidating as they seem. I struggled in the early days just to understand them.

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Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 52

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

As an aviation geek, I love listening to air traffic control audio, and always enjoy the VASAviation YouTube channel, which does a great job covering noteworthy air traffic control interactions. Pilot: “Okay, cross runway 13R on echo, and follow the heavy on charlie, Aeromexico 401.”

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Air Traffic Control Pilot Clearance Runway 122

Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

Our guide covers everything from Prior Permission Required (PPR) procedures and landing permits to flight planning, customs clearance, and cultural considerations, as well as the unique challenges of operating at regional airports, managing potential fuel shortages, and preparing for peak seasons in popular locations.

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Clearance Flight Plan Air Traffic Control Fixed Base Operator 52

Pilot Institute

AUGUST 9, 2024

Air Traffic Control (ATC) uses these procedures to delay aircraft. Pilots also request holding patterns when extra time is required. They’re difficult for students to pick up and tedious, even for experienced instrument pilots. Key Takeaways Holding patterns are a delay tactic akin to a stop light in the air.

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VOR Approach Pilot Crosswind 52

Professional Pilot

APRIL 10, 2024

CRJ900 Chief Pilot Dow Chemical Port Allen LA I don’t think staffing levels are adequate. We experience delays regularly due to ATC’s inability to handle the traffic, especially on the AR routes. Falcon 2000, Beech 400 & Citation 650 Pilot Delaware Park Silver Spring MD T hey are not. Alan Bessonet ATP/CFII.

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Clearance Pilot Weather Approach 40

Photographic Logbook

AUGUST 13, 2023

Pickens County traffic, Execjet 123 is on the RNAV-34 approach, Pickens County." Execjet" is the callsign used by NetJets and the pilot's intentions were broadcast across the ramp by loudspeaker. This was puzzling because the ceiling should have been high enough for the pilot to acquire the airport visually at minimums.

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Approach Ceiling Runway Clearance 52

Photographic Logbook

JULY 9, 2024

Exactly like NYC, downtown Boston is encircled by restrictive Class Bravo airspace down to the surface that requires explicit clearance to enter. Although I knew that pilots flew city tours in this airspace, I struggled to find procedural details comparable to those available for New York City. I was a little nervous.

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Clearance Runway Approach Stability 52

NYC Aviation

JUNE 17, 2020

EDCT – Expected Departure Clearance Time. The runway release time assigned to an aircraft operating in traffic management programs. Can be initiated by either the pilots or air traffic control. It warns pilots of a too high or too low descent path. METAR – METeorological Aerodrome Report.

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Runway Air Traffic Control Approach Weather 52

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

At that point, you proceed on course as directed by air traffic control. The tricky part is that you are expected to proceed on course after reaching 5,000′ MSL, so technically, this is sort of your “expect further clearance” information. Now, there are some airports (e.g.,

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Aeronautical Information Manual VOR Approach Air Traffic Control 52

Flightworx

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This process involves detailing your intended route, altitude, and timing, providing crucial information for air traffic control and emergency services. Make permit clearance your pre-flight priority for a smooth and seamless journey. Moreover, pilots must plan for contingencies such as unscheduled diversions or delays.

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Runway Jet Fixed Base Operator Flight Plan 52

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Among General Aviation pilots, there was great fear that private aircraft would be permanently barred from controlled airspace, particularly around the epicenters of those attacks in New York City and Washington DC. This hardly seems equitable, but is a reality that pilots have borne for many years. ounce toiletries.

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Transponder Approach Clearance General Aviation 52

Professional Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Air traffic control instructions often lead to unstable approaches. The request to make a short approach or maintain a higher-than-normal speed to the final approach fix is the most common reason pilots don’t meet stable approach criteria. Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer Pilatus PC-12 on approach at ORL.

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Approach Descent Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Runway 105

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 1, 2024

A Day in the Life of Commercial Pilots: Responsibilities and Challenges Ever wondered what it takes to be a commercial pilot? These professionals, known as commercial pilots, are responsible for flying aircraft, ensuring passenger safety, and managing various in-flight tasks. What Defines a Commercial Pilot?

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Cargo Weather 52

Universal Weather

JUNE 13, 2023

Both pilot and first officer must have appropriate aircraft type ratings and licenses issued by the country in which the aircraft is registered and medical certificates. All standard CIQ procedures must be followed – including customs/immigration clearance. Tech Stops Argentina does not consider any stop as a tech stop only.

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Flight Plan NOTAMs Weather Clearance 52

Pilot's Life Blog

JULY 10, 2024

Whether you’re a military fighter pilot or a commercial one, you understand flying comprises many steps from takeoffs to landings. So, after the initial landing rollout, the plane taxis to another part of the runway or into the terminal until a pilot uses it again. It also keeps planes organized on the runway, but what is it exactly?

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Runway Clearance Air Traffic Control Pilot 52

Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

Heli Transfers In an innovative approach to transportation, Universal Aviation France is collaborating with a helicopter service to offer quick transfers from downtown Paris to LFAQ, providing a seamless connection for international departures with on-site customs clearance. Customs clearance can be done in the Fixed-Base Operator (FBO).

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Runway Fixed Base Operator UTC Clearance 52

Ask the Pilot

JUNE 28, 2024

Obviously certain outlets find the whole “the pilots flew to the wrong airport!” The pilots, the flight attendants, and their aircraft were dispatched, flight-planned, and fueled for a trip to Edinburgh. But, you’re thinking, wouldn’t the “welcome aboard” spiel by either the pilots or cabin crew have given things away?

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Air Traffic Control Approach Runway Instrument Landing System 62

Photographic Logbook

JULY 6, 2024

I think this because whenever multiple aircraft depart Sodus bound for the same destination, we almost always pique the curiosity of air traffic control. Our committee encourages club pilots to expand their horizons by venturing beyond the local area. Flying into the FRZ requires each pilot to file a FRZ flight plan.

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Pilot Flight Plan Air Traffic Control General Aviation 52

Photographic Logbook

APRIL 19, 2024

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. But they have become a grudgingly acknowledged facet of pilot life. What do you mean by that?"

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Approach Wind Shear Runway VOR 97

Photographic Logbook

JULY 21, 2024

Transient fixed wing pilots cannot fly the East River Exclusion at all, so this course must be flown in the airspace with explicit ATC consent. Being able to flying East River and truly circumnavigate the island of Manhattan is the main advantage of the Skyline Route procedure, the reduced chaos of being under positive control is another.

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Weight-Shift-Control Clearance Approach Airplanes 52

AV Web

MAY 15, 2024

Other important measures included agreeing to hire and train up to 3,000 new air traffic controllers, increasing the length of cockpit voice recordings to 25 hours (from two hours) and extending the time frame for airline passengers to redeem travel credits to at least five years.

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Air Traffic Control General Aviation Clearance Cockpit 98

AV Web

MAY 15, 2024

Other important measures included agreeing to hire and train up to 3,000 new air traffic controllers; increasing the length of cockpit voice recordings to 25 hours (from two hours); and extending the time frame for airline passengers to redeem travel credits to at least five years.

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Air Traffic Control General Aviation Clearance Cockpit 83

Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 16, 2024

North America offers a vast and varied landscape for pilots to explore. If you’re thinking of making the trip north, here’s everything you need to know about flying into Canada as a private pilot, including customs and immigration requirements, necessary documents, aircraft regulations, and other tips for planning your trip.

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Air Defense Identification Zone Transponder Pilot Flight Plan 52

Photographic Logbook

AUGUST 3, 2024

Our first was to Detroit for a visit to the Henry Ford , then Dayton to explore the National Museum of the United States Air Force , and most recently to Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina as a pilgrimage to the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the Outer Banks. We had seven airplanes going, most of them helmed by instrument rated pilots.

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Airplanes Runway Weather Approach 52

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In a prior telephone conversation with the Rockliffe Flying Club, I was assured that I could pick up my IFR clearance in the air from Ottawa Terminal and planned to do exactly that. I paid for Canadian charts to facilitate planning and navigation and I will pay a quarterly service fee to Nav Canada for air traffic control services.

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Approach Clearance Airplanes Runway 52