Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

It’s vital that we take an honest look at our capacity for pilot-in-command responsibilities before each flight. Not only are we making checks on equipment and systems, but we’re also confirming our proficiency to fly the airplane. Airspace : Check NOTAMs, TFRs, survival equipment. Let’s walk through it!

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Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

The Warrior has introduced countless people to the joys of light airplanes. Following a check of the weather, NOTAMS and TFR’s, you are confronted with some decisions to make. East Coast airplanes don’t belong in Colorado, unless your plans always take you East of I-25. It’s your Pilot in Command responsibility under 91.103.

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NAFI

DECEMBER 17, 2023

NAFI NOTAMs #49 Watching The Gates ~Guest Blogger Aaron Dabney The following post is a combination blog and video blog post. Some people don’t need to be pilots. You know whether or not you see “pilot in command” coming from them. Comment below, your thoughts. Do you agree with them? The examiner gets one snapshot.

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Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

FlightRisk aggregates objective data from sources such as weather, Notams, terrain, and instrument approaches, and calculates an overall risk score for the flight. VOCUS can also integrate with other flight operation tools like ARINCDirect, ForeFlight, and other products, such as BART, Satcom Direct, and Airplane Manager.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If You’re Not Current: You cannot act as a pilot in command under IFR. Use your mobile device with apps like ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot. Common Mistakes to Avoid: Filing without checking Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs). Holding procedures. Course intercepting and tracking using navigational systems.

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