Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft? Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. Make sure your expectations match reality before you blast off on a single-pilot IFR flight. George works for you.

Pilot in Command 95

Pilot in Command Pilot Approach Airplanes 95

Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

Every airline/operator must establish a Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP). It’s the responsibility of the pilot-in-command (PIC) to confirm that the inspections have been performed and the aircraft airworthy before conducting a flight.

Annual Inspection 63

Annual Inspection VOR Instrument Flight Rules Altimeter 63

Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

That big day finally arrives, and not being able to contain yourself for much longer, you decide to bite the bullet and fly down via the airlines. It’s your Pilot in Command responsibility under 91.103. The only thing remaining now is to get all the funds put together and find a way out to retrieve your new “pride and joy.”

Density Altitude 98

Density Altitude Ceiling Runway Weather 98

Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

You’ll always find a steady stream of airliners queued up for departure and arrival. Due to its high elevation, Denver’s Class B airspace extends up to 12,000 feet MSL to give airliners room to descend. The PIC holds a recreational pilot certificate and meets the requirements of 14 CFR § 61.101.

Clearance 52

Clearance Ceiling Airspace Classes Transponder 52