Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Discussions may also cover weather interpretation, flight planning, and risk management. The goal is to ensure that pilots are up-to-date with the knowledge required for safe flight operations. Flight Instruction: During this portion, pilots perform various maneuvers to demonstrate their flying proficiency.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Yakobchuk Viachelev / Shutterstock One of the last activities you may notice before the doors close will be the flight dispatcher entering the flight deck to hand over any last-minute paperwork, the final passenger and fuel figures, and a finalized load sheet to the flight crew.

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 17, 2024

If you’re flying IFR in winter weather, icing is a threat you have to actively prepare for. If you can understand the conditions that lead to icing and know how to react when it happens, you’ll keep yourself ahead of the harsh weather. Listen to Air Traffic Control (ATC) advisories about icing conditions.

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Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

It is not uncommon for air traffic control to pose this question to pilots on IFR flight plans approaching certain airports when the weather is VFR. But throw in weather, fatigue, low light, pilot unfamiliarity, and a circle to land, and it’s a different event.

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Air Facts

AUGUST 30, 2024

Navigating the Skies: South African Air Traffic Control Flying in South Africa requires a good grasp of local procedures and airspace classifications. During one flight to a remote airstrip in the Free State, the local controller not only guided me through unexpected weather changes but also shared some fascinating local lore.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Key Takeaways An aircraft dispatcher coordinates flights, ensuring safety and efficiency from the ground. This includes checking the weather, creating flight plans, and communicating with pilots. It assesses your understanding of regulations, weather, navigation, and decision-making. Application. Critical Thinking.

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Universal Weather

JULY 30, 2024

However, to participate, operators must ensure their aircraft meet specific avionics requirements, which are crucial for maintaining efficient communication between pilots and air traffic control. Failure to register will result in being blocked from using the CPDLC system.

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Jetwhine

JUNE 24, 2024

Pursuing my schooling on computer-aided flight plans, usually generated by an electronic flight bag (EFB—see Are You Current with the New Airman Certification Standards? for my ACS motivation), has led me to an FAA advisory circular, Use of Flight Deck Displays of Digital Weather and Aeronautical Information.

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Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A few hours later, the pilot obtained a weather briefing and filed an IFR flight plan before departing Westchester to fly back to Montgomery County. By now, it was dark and the weather in Gaithersburg had deteriorated with fog and low cloud ceilings. Runway 14, a 4,202 foot runway , was in use.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

Unlike commercial flights with robust support systems, GA pilots rely on their skills and instruments. Vigilance, monitoring traffic, and staying attuned to changing weather conditions contribute significantly to safety. Keeping distractions to a minimum is especially important during critical phases of flight.

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Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Ground school is where youll learn the theory behind flyingeverything from aerodynamics to flight regulations and weather patterns. At Leopard Aviation, we ensure our ground school curriculum provides you with a solid understanding, preparing you for both written exams and hands-on flight training.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Also, none of the online Air Traffic Control (ATC) networks (like VATSIM ) work with the Xbox. We can’t cover them all here, but here are a few recent improvements we’ve noticed with MSFS: Improved flight models and ground physics. Visual improvements with lighting and weather. the Garmin G1000 system).

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Aviators of Tomorrow

JUNE 13, 2023

Here are some crucial steps to follow: a) Check Weather Conditions: Stay updated on current and forecasted weather conditions along your route. Unfavorable weather can significantly impact your flight, so it’s crucial to assess conditions and plan accordingly. Can I fly cross-country without GPS navigation?

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Flexair

JULY 3, 2024

The ICAO alphabet helps pilots, air traffic controllers, and ground personnel accurately convey important information by using distinct code words for each letter. Importance in Air Traffic Control Communication Air traffic controllers and pilots rely on the phonetic alphabet to ensure clear and effective communication.

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AV Web

MAY 22, 2024

Also, other than mention in reports of “minor” convective activity in the area, not much information is available on weather, including bottoms of the clouds, which could be an important factor. local time, roughly three hours into the flight. Those are the things we don’t know.

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Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer At New World Aviation, Flight Coordinator Eva Burke and Dispatcher Chase Turner handle trip scheduling, weather checks, and maintain communication with crew and passengers. At that time, the air mail service employed 745 people, which included a small group of dispatchers.

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Flightworx

MAY 21, 2024

There are many reasons why flights could be diverted. Perhaps there is an onboard medical emergency, unexpected weather conditions, or problems at a destination airport. Sometimes a flight diversion can be remedied relatively quickly. Some Examples of Flight Diversions in 2024 Airport diversions are not an uncommon occurrence.

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AV Web

MAY 22, 2024

Also, other than mention in reports of “minor” convective activity in the area, not much information is available on weather, including bottoms of the clouds, which could be an important factor. There has been no information to date on what avionics and autopilot might have been installed. Those are the things we don’t know.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Full Understanding of Air Traffic Control When flying an aircraft, good pilots must have a clear understanding of air traffic management. Ground training will cover the basics of air traffic control and the lingo that pilots and controllers use.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The aircraft dispatcher must perform three main jobs while a flight is taking place. Flight Planning Thorough flight planning is important for any airline operation. Dispatchers have to plan a safe route based on multiple factors. Most airlines have preset flight plans for each route.

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Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

If a temporary importation is approved, you must provide the approval number to air traffic control to obtain permission for domestic travel. Flight Planning When traveling through Costa Rican airspace, no special regulations exist, and air traffic controllers speak English.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 9, 2024

However, it is recommended that pilots have an instrument rating and be proficient in instrument flying, particularly if they plan to fly in areas with known weather hazards, such as mountainous regions or coastal areas where fog or low clouds are common. This way, pilots can ensure a safe and successful flight into Mexico.

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Flight Training Central

JUNE 17, 2024

Flight Following is an aircraft flying under VFR that is taking advantage of Air Traffic Control (ATC) services. If “flight following” is a new term, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Technically, it indicates the flight is radar identified by ATC and a number of advisories may be available from the controller.

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 1, 2024

Daily responsibilities include pre-flight checks, weather analysis, creating and filing flight plans, coordination with ground crews and air traffic controllers, and continuous in-flight monitoring and communication.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 13, 2023

The following is an overview of what you need to know when operating to Argentina: The Flight Plan Filing Process In Argentina, flight plans must be submitted in person at least two hours prior to international departure. Note that flight plans are only valid for 30 minutes after ETD.

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Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As a Part 107 drone pilot (commercial operator), or as a recreational drone flyer, operations in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace are allowed without air traffic control permission. Operations in Class B, C, D and E (controlled) airspace require ATC approval.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

For an instrument pilot, though, there is one key difference between a smaller, non-towered airport and a larger one with an air traffic control tower: obtaining an IFR clearance. To review, flying an IFR trip involves four main steps: File a flight plan (either with Flight Service or in an aviation app).

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 2, 2024

You don’t need to check in with air traffic control (ATC) when flying VFR in Class E. It helps separate traffic at different altitudes. Class E is always in the background, making sure both VFR and IFR traffic can coexist in safety. No ATC clearance is required for VFR flights below 10,000 feet.

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Inflight Pilot Training

AUGUST 6, 2024

These regulations cover everything from aircraft design and maintenance to pilot training and certification, air traffic control and passenger safety. Airlines also have dedicated teams of professionals who oversee every aspect of their operations, including flight planning, scheduling, maintenance and customer service.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

You might think that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are just about how to control and use your instruments in the aircraft, but you need more than skill–you need a rock-solid plan. IFR flight planning is about preparing for every twist and turn along the route. What Is an IFR Flight Plan?

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

You’ve got to study from books, do tricky things in airplanes, and talk on the radio to air traffic controllers. Master complex subjects like weather and navigation early in your training journey. Use diverse learning tools, including flight simulators and mobile apps, to reinforce knowledge.

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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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Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 23, 2025

My instructor for the day walked me through the preflight checklist and discussed the plan for our flight while encouraging me to ask any and all questions I had. Listening to air traffic control (ATC) chatter was fascinating but challenging with the low-quality, borrowed headset I used.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

With over 350 days of perfect VFR weather annually, you can train consistently without weather-related delays. The mix of controlled and uncontrolled airspace offers comprehensive learning experiences. Earning an IR involves additional training focused on instrument navigation, meteorology, and flight planning.

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Photographic Logbook

APRIL 19, 2024

This year, a promising weather forecast featuring high freezing levels (expected to be 9,000+ feet) led to a decision to fly myself. April 17: High Altitude Lunch Date Aircraft Route of Flight Time (hrs) Total (hrs) 17 Apr 2024 N21481 SDC (Sodus, NY) - PNE (Philadelphia, PA) 2.6 It added less than 10 minutes to the overall flight time.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Before entering Class C airspace, pilots must receive clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC). Maintaining awareness of airspace boundaries helps with the planning and carrying out of successful flights. ATC offers IFR and VFR aircraft separation services in Class C.

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Flightworx

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

From the critical steps of flight plan filing and securing landing permits to the practicalities of fuel management, airport fees, and navigating customs and immigration, we will explore the facets that make private jet travel in the UK both a privilege and a responsibility.

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