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TRSA Airspace Explained (Terminal Radar Service Area)

Pilot Institute

These services include traffic advisories and sequencing of arrivals and departures for aircraft operating under both Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR). In a TRSA, air traffic controllers offer two main services: radar traffic advisories and sequencing.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

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FAA Federal Aviation Administration The FAA is the US federal government agency in charge of aviation standards, air traffic control, airspace safety, and the certification of personnel and aircraft. In contrast to a control tower, an FSS is not responsible for giving instructions or clearances to aircraft.

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Greece: 2024 Business Aviation Destination Guide

Universal Weather

Priority clearance may be possible to arrange, at CIQ’s discretion, to allow you to clear at a separate counter in the main clearance hall. At Mykonos (LGMK) and Corfu (LGKR) only, there is a small separate lounge appointed to GA/BA traffic only. For departure to non-EU destinations, CIQ clearance is necessary.

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IFR Flight Planning: Best Tips for Pilots

Pilot Institute

An IFR flight plan is similar to a roadmap through the clouds. The flight plan informs the Air Traffic Control (ATC) of your planned course, aircraft capability, and contingency plan. Unlike Visual Flight Rules (VFR), filing an IFR flight plan is mandatory for all IFR flights.

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How to Avoid Pilot Deviations and Runway Incursions

Pilot Institute

A pilot deviation happens when you violate an FAA regulation or an instruction from Air Traffic Control (ATC). This could be caused by landing without clearance, straying from an assigned altitude, or any number of other errors. Pilot deviations are incredibly stressful.

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See North America: How To Fly Into Canada For Vacation

Inflight Pilot Training

CANPASS is a program offered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers to expedite their clearance process when entering Canada. Canada border to be in communication with Air Traffic Control (ATC) via a discrete squawk code. What Is CANPASS?