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Unstable approaches

Professional Pilot

Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer Pilatus PC-12 on approach at ORL. Air traffic control instructions often lead to unstable approaches. The request to make a short approach or maintain a higher-than-normal speed to the final approach fix is the most common reason pilots don’t meet stable approach criteria.

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Reflection 2024: A Grassroots Year

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Needing to fly two missed approaches at Sodus due to low weather. It was my first time going missed outside of a training exercise in a decade of being instrument rated. total), where IMC = instrument meteorological conditions. Sharing the airspace with Air Force One for the first time (that I know of).

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The Different Types of Spatial Disorientation

Pilot Institute

” This is especially common when flying in IMC (Instrument Meteorological Conditions) —like clouds or fog—when you can’t see outside. They are: Runway Width Sloping Runway Sloping Terrain Black Hole Approach Autokinetic Illusion False Horizon Vection Illusion Let’s look at each one in detail.

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

Pilot Institute

As you return to the traffic pattern, focus on short and soft field approaches and landings. Lets dig into them: Disorientation : Flying into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) without proper training is a very dangerous move. Make the most out of this opportunity to refine your skills.

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Avionics and cockpit automation

Professional Pilot

Maneuvering on a GPS approach at a low altitude is different than taxiing at a busy airport in low visibility during an arrival rush. This can reduce unnecessary diversions in low instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and avert collisions with unexpected wildlife and airport vehicles, especially at non-towered airports.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

Pilot Institute

The systematic approach is designed to help pilots approach troublesome situations in a calm and logical manner. Information transmitted via ATIS can include weather information, NOTAMs, available approaches, or active runaways. The FAA prescribes the 5P approach to SRM Plan, Plane, Pilot, Passengers, and Programming.

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Choosing an IFR Alternate Airport

Northstar VFR

by Gustin Robinson, FAA CFI-I ASEL Flying under instrument meteorological conditions keeps even a good pilot on their toes. But now, while flying in low visibility and overcast cloud layers, you have to rely on your instrumentation more than ever before and keep your eyes inside the airplane.