Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

It has a mid-time engine (O-320-D3G rated at 160 hp), fairly recent annual inspection and 24 month pitot-ptatic/transponder test. Following a check of the weather, NOTAMS and TFR’s, you are confronted with some decisions to make. The weather is VMC but it’s hot, and the density altitude is really creeping up there.

Density Altitude 98

Density Altitude Ceiling Runway Weather 98

Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

From entry and weather requirements to interacting with ATC, we have you covered. All aircraft inside the veil must have an operating Mode C transponder and ADS-B Out. A Mode-C transponder (automatic altitude reporting capability) inside the Mode C Veil. Keeping track of all the rules and regulations might seem like too much.

Clearance 52

Clearance Ceiling Airspace Classes Transponder 52

AeroSavvy

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

A small button on the transponder control panel activates the Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) test function. I really enjoy the walk-around and never delegate in bad weather… typhoon, snow, sunshine, I don’t care. Crews typically test the TCAS and Radar/Windshear systems before the first flight of the day.

Flight Deck 52

Flight Deck Clearance Runway Pilot 52

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

Several incidents involving the Cessna 172 have been documented, typically attributed to pilot error, adverse weather conditions, or mechanical issues. ADS-B Out options include installing a Mode S/ES transponder with WAAS GPS, while ADS-B In capabilities can be achieved through permanent UAT installations or portable receivers.

Knot 52

Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 10, 2024

Added to the mix are a variety of aftermarket GPS, ADS-B-compliant transponders, flat-screen navigators, iPads, and new or legacy autopilots. However, many older legacy autopilots take their roll commands from various instruments located within the six-pack, most often the turn coordinator, DG, and the altimeter. No, it’s necessary.”

Cockpit 81

Cockpit Pilot Transponder General Aviation 81

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

You check the weather, get information Charlie, and then tune up tower frequency. Consider what calls might come up given the route of flight and the types of airspace and weather it might pass through. Say you are approaching the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport from the south in a Cessna 12345 and want to make a full stop landing.

Aeronautical Information Manual 56

Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 56

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

You check the weather, get information Charlie, and then tune up tower frequency. Consider what calls might come up given the route of flight and the types of airspace and weather it might pass through. Say you are approaching the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport from the south in a Cessna 12345 and want to make a full stop landing.

Aeronautical Information Manual 52

Aeronautical Information Manual Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 52