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What Is Special VFR (SVFR) and How Can You Use It?

Pilot Institute

Special VFR Minimums To request special VFR, you need the following (FAR 91.157): 1 SM visibility Stay clear of clouds Thats not a whole lot of restriction, and requesting special VFR is very much a judgment call from the Pilot in Command (PIC). Once again, the judgment call will be yours as the Pilot in Command.

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Quiz: Regulations for Instrument Flight Rules

Flight Training Central

To meet the minimum instrument experience requirements, within the last 6 calendar months you need to have flown six hours in the same category aircraft, and at least 3 of the 6 hours in actual IFR conditions. six instrument approaches, holding procedures, and intercepting and tracking courses in the appropriate category of aircraft.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Weather Briefings

Northstar VFR

One responsibility we take on before any flight, under visual or instrument flight rules, is ensuring we have gathered all information pertinent to the safety of that specific flight. Knowing the current and predicted weather along our route of flight is part of that responsibility as a Pilot in Command.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

Pilot Institute

This means that, in most cases, a drone pilot flying in FPV will need a visual observer nearby. PIC Pilot in Command The PIC refers to the person who is ultimately responsible for the operations and safety of an aircraft. This is a general aviation term that also applies to drone flight.

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Understanding Instrument Proficiency Checks: A Pilot’s Guide

Pilot's Life Blog

What is an instrument proficiency check? Its a required assessment for pilots who have not met IFR currency rules, ensuring they can safely operate under instrument flight rules. Our experienced instructors tailor training to each pilots needs, helping them stay sharp and ready for any IFR scenario.

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Class B Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Class B airspace is also charted on VFR Sectionals and instrument flight rules (IFR) Enroute Low Altitude charts. Two-way radio contact with the approach controller is not enough. Regardless of flight rules, you must meet the equipment requirements before entering. Learn the typical approaches and altitudes.

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Fight The Pilot Shortage: Steps To Take After Receiving A PPL

Inflight Pilot Training

Obtain An Instrument Rating One of the critical steps towards becoming a pro pilot after receiving your PPL is to obtain an instrument rating. This rating allows you to fly under instrument flight rule (IFR) conditions (low visibility), by relying solely on the aircraft’s instruments.

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