Altimeter VOR Weather 
Northstar VFR
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Maybe you’re flying with another pilot, and the weather conditions are great. V = enVironment The major environmental component during a preflight check is getting a thorough weather briefing. Is the weather within your personal minimums? It’s possible you could decide that you can make the flight safely.
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.
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Pilot Institute
APRIL 24, 2024
From entry and weather requirements to interacting with ATC, we have you covered. If flying under IFR, you’ll need a VOR or TACAN receiver, or an RNAV system (GPS). Weather Requirements We find the VFR weather requirements in 14 CFR § 91.155. Terrain or weather around the airspace can add time and fuel consumption.
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.
Pilot Institute
MAY 1, 2024
The weather can change, and approach equipment can fail. ATIS broadcasts usually include active runways, available approaches, important NOTAMs, and the weather. Get the destination weather as soon as possible. Use the weather (along with the NOTAMs) to ensure your chosen approach is still the best choice.
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