Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Key Takeaways TRSA airspace enhances safety with optional radar services for VFR pilots. It surrounds busy Class D airports and provides traffic advisories and sequencing. Participation in TRSA services is voluntary for VFR flights. Well, TRSAs exist to provide additional safety for pilots by offering optional radar services.

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Visual Flight Rules Instrument Flight Rules Pilot Air Traffic Control 52

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

But you’ll want to add a flight controller to utilize your simulators potential. A joystick is the most straightforward flight controller. It gives you more precise control of the aircraft than a mouse. Many sim pilots also purchase dedicated peripherals to control the rudder and engines.

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Rudder Crosswind Pilot Air Traffic Control 96

Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Mooneys are amazing and Mooney pilots are maybe just a little bit crazy, is what Im saying. I want to start by apologising to all Mooney pilots for that, because their comparison to the pilot in this case was most unfair. The pilot that day was just a little bit crazy in completely his own way.

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Approach Runway Air Traffic Control Descent 97

WayMan

APRIL 9, 2024

In the journey to becoming a skilled pilot, understanding the distinctions between Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) is pivotal. These two sets of regulations govern aircraft operation under different conditions, playing a crucial role in flight training.

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Visual Flight Rules Instrument Flight Rules Air Traffic Control Weather 52

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2025

IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) certification is crucial for aircraft that need to fly in low visibility or adverse weather conditions. It allows pilots to navigate using instruments instead of relying on visual cues, ensuring safer flights in challenging environments. What is IFR Certification?

Instrument Flight Rules 52

Instrument Flight Rules Visual Flight Rules Weather Altimeter 52

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Chandler, Arizona, is an exceptional destination for flight training. With approximately 350 sunny days annually, pilots benefit from consistent flying conditions, minimizing weather-related disruptions. At Leopard Aviation, we recognize the advantages that Chandler offers to aspiring pilots.

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Pilot Weather Instrument Flight Rules Air Traffic Control 52

Photographic Logbook

APRIL 19, 2024

However, there was a presidential TFR (temporary flight restriction) around Scranton that lay on a direct line between Sodus and Philly. It added less than 10 minutes to the overall flight time. But they have become a grudgingly acknowledged facet of pilot life. I stammered, feeling more than a little put on the spot.

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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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Flight Plan Pilot Weather Approach 52

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