Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

What Is the AVIATES Acronym? AVIATES or AV1ATES is a memory aid. Each letter in AVIATES represents a specific maintenance check or inspection that Federal aviation regulations require in order to keep an aircraft airworthy. Logging the VOR check in your maintenance records is a must for compliance.

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

is one of the simplest and best known federal aviation regulations, and it clearly defines the most essential job as a pilot: to be the boss for the entire flight. These can never be outsourced to avionics or air traffic control, partly because they are not equipped to do the job but mostly because they have no skin in the game.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

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. These are all the rules that govern aviation activities in the United States.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

At Leopard Aviation, our certified flight instructors are dedicated to providing comprehensive and personalized BFRs, ensuring that each pilot receives the attention and guidance needed to maintain their flying skills. Before your BFR, it’s advisable to revisit these regulations to ensure compliance and safety.

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Weather Pilot Aeronautical Decision-Making Federal Aviation Regulations 52