Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Consider the following accident report, a representative one picked mostly at random, which recounts how the pilot of an A36 Bonanza got behind the airplane, lost situational awareness, and ultimately crashed on an RNAV approach. These categories apply whether youre flying a Cub on a summer evening or a business jet on an RNAV approach.

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Pilot in Command Pilot Approach Airplanes 95

AV Web

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The two-seat jet was reportedly on approach to the North Island Naval Air Station in San Diego at about 10:15 a.m. Weather at the time included low ceilings and foggy conditions at the site of the accident. They are reported in stable condition. Pacific time. A report published by the U.S.

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Ceiling Runway Weather Approach 76

Aerotime

MARCH 26, 2025

According to the Spanish accident report , once both jets had landed, they were among four other aircraft that had been parked due to the congestion caused by the number of flights being diverted to Tenerife. The fuel-ladened KLM struck the Pan Am 747, ripping the US jet apart. However, it was too late.

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Clearance Runway Weather Pilot 294

Latatuide 33 Aviation

MARCH 19, 2025

Understanding which type of private jet you should buy is the first step to investing in an aircraft. Benefits of Buying a Private Jet Owning a private aircraft offers the following advantages: Privacy You and your traveling party can enjoy privacy and confidentiality when you own an aircraft.

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Jet Cabin Crew Runway Approach 52

Pilot Institute

MARCH 28, 2025

A small Challenger 604 business jet flying at Flight Level 340 passed one thousand feet below an Airbus A380 flying the same route in the opposite direction. The vortices flipped the small jet upside down at least three to five times before the pilots managed to regain control. The vortex, as a whole, drifts along with the wind.

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Turbulence Lift Drag Runway 97

Ask the Pilot

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It was my first time on a TriStar and only my second time on a widebody jet. Specifically, we could see the entire approach end of SJU’s runway 8, plus a good portion of the adjacent taxiway. Two things solved my dilemma: The first thing was the weather. But now that weather had gone south. This would be a problem.

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Weather Airplanes Jet Airline 105

One Mile at a Time

JULY 20, 2024

We can now add yet another near catastrophe to the list, and this might just be the scariest one we’ve seen so far… Southwest 737 MAX has near disaster on approach to Tampa This incident happened on Sunday, July 14, 2024, and involves Southwest Airlines flight WN425 , scheduled to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Tampa (TPA).

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Air Traffic Control Altimeter Runway Weather 141

One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 5, 2025

Suffice it to say that its a pretty exciting approach and departure with water on both sides, theres not much margin for error. Well, the airport is surrounded by mountains, and a very specific approach course is needed, and in many cases the runway can only be seen shortly before landing. Why is it so hard to land at the airport?

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Runway Approach Airline Airlines 120

Professional Pilot

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Collins Aerospace Collins Aerospace’s offerings include Jet ConneX, SwiftBroadband (SBB), Viasat Ka-band, Viasat Ku – Advanced, Iridium Certus, LuxStream, and SwiftJet. Jet ConneX delivers highly robust inflight connectivity tailored for business aviation with global coverage – excluding the polar regions.

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Jet Tail Drag Cockpit 94

One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 3, 2025

The carriers only jet is a single Airbus A330-800neo , which operates its flagship route, between Nuuk, Greenland (GOH), and Copenhagen, Denmark (CPH). Air Greenlands Copenhagen to Nuuk route diversions Air Greenlands sole jet is a two-year-old Airbus A330-800neo with the registration code OY-GKN , which the airline has named Tuukkaq.

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Weather Runway Jet Approach 116

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

We often hear that the key to a great landing is an equally great approach. And lets face it, the key to that flawless approach is often a well-planned descent. Getting a couple of hundred thousand pounds of swept-wing jet down to sea level from 40,000 feet takes a bit of forethought and no shortage of technology.

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Descent Approach Final Approach Turbulence 55

Aerotime

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We will also examine the next most critical phase of our flight, from descent and deceleration to the approach and landing phases, even touching upon what happens when the aircraft arrives safely at the gate. Jet (and turboprop) turbine engines work more efficiently, and burn less fuel, at higher altitudes where the air is less dense.

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Cabin Crew Descent Runway Approach 269

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

The fully automated MultiScan weather radar also provides predictive analysis and advanced threat detection. In addition, the system offers predictive windshear and lightning detection, and SiriusXM graphical weather. The GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar provides comprehensive weather information.

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Flight Deck Jet Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Runway 75

Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

One of the rarest aircraft in the museum is an example of the first American jet aircraft, the Bell P-59 Airacomet. Developed using a licenced development of a jet engine designed by British engineer Sir Frank Whittle, the Airacomet was kept just as big a secret as the Manhattan Project to develop the atomic bomb.

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Airplanes Jet Pilot Weather 105

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

For others, the realization that flying’s no longer for them comes after a particularly challenging bout with bad weather, or with some growing responsibilities in their life, or an acceptance of the finality of aging. Seems a shame, and a waste, but for some people, it was enough to have done it.

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Airplanes Pilot Weather Approach 98

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

However, for a new jet, I was surprised by the lack of Wi-Fi and power outlets, and also thought the food couldve been better especially for an airline from Italy! Youd think the airline would be installing those on newly delivered jets, so I wonder what exactly happened there? Well, I have to say, it was a mixed bag.

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Jet Approach Airline Airlines 84

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

To demonstrate this magnificent place, I chose horrendously gusty winds by manually editing the weather in both X-Plane 12 (XP12) and MSFS2020. The CRJ is interesting to fly with a lot of trimming required as it’s a long-bodied jet with a large swing either side of the CG. With a lighter corporate jet, that is powerful.

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Crosswind Weather Knot Aileron 105

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

AeroTime Vertical Aerospace does not aspire to be the first eVTOL certified by an aviation regulator, but its steady, dedicated and thoughtful approach is clearly starting to bear fruit with investors willing to back the project when other companies over the last few months appear to have fallen away.

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Pilot Cockpit Rudder Weather 278

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 21, 2024

The aircraft was cleared for a visual approach on runway 17R. Air traffic controller: “You want to go around and come back for 13, or are you going to continue your approach?” Oklahoma City’s other airport Bottom line A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 had an “unconventional” approach to Oklahoma City Airport.

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Air Traffic Control Runway Approach Pilot 124

Flying Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

Over the last 25 years, I have been asked to speak on various aviation weather topics at dozens of aviation events and gatherings. During these events, it’s quite common for a pilot to walk up and ask me about how I handled my most challenging flight as it relates to weather. I spent an hour looking at the weather before we departed.

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Weather Wind Shear Clearance Turbulence 108

Universal Weather

MARCH 27, 2025

Parking stands are assigned upon approach, and while hangar space is not available , Universal Aviation Trkiye can assist in coordinating extended stays with authorities. Fuel Availability Jet A-1 fuel is available 24/7 at LTAC. Weather Considerations Panoramic Ankara view with Anitkabir in winter time.

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General Aviation Weather Approach Hangar 52

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 14, 2024

Before the first flight, the pilots saw that the weather conditions at Lihue Airport were bad (poor visibility, thunderstorms, strong winds, etc.), and many pilots of other aircraft were performing missed approaches. Unfortunately this go around was anything but routine.

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Thrust Pilot Weather Runway 122

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

Pilots must master advanced avionics, navigate challenging weather conditions, and ensure passenger safety at all times. From managing autopilot systems to understanding weather radar, mastering these skills is crucial for ensuring passenger safety and efficient flight operations. Our approach doesnt stop at teaching technical skills.

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Weather Pilot Turbulence Air Traffic Control 52

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 23, 2024

It was, however, disrupted by several aircraft being stuck elsewhere in Europe due to weather, and others absent due to maintenance and double bookings. Sadly, though the P-38 and F4U-4 remained weathered in back in Salzburg. The highlight for many was a rare appearance of the DC-6 and B-25 from the Flying Red Bulls.

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Crosswind Weather Approach Jet 105

iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

ForeFlight ForeFlight first got its start as a weather app on iPhone and quickly grew into a full-featured EFB app as the iPad gained popularity among pilots. When taxiing on the ground, you’ll be alerted when you approach and enter active runways, and include the runway distance remaining from your position.

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Pilot Weather Flight Plan Approach 105

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 17, 2024

They are the Visual Approach Slope Indicator and Precision Approach Path Indicator. These systems are designed to help you stay on the correct glide path as you approach the runway. VASI and PAPI each have their own approach. However, not all types of aircraft are meant to take the same approach path. What Is VASI?

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Runway Approach Threshold Clearance 98

One Mile at a Time

JULY 17, 2024

Specifically, she seems to have about half a dozen bags on stairs that are connected to the jet bridge, which need to get down to the apron. My guess is that these were gate checked bags, since they all seem to be carry-on size, and they’re coming from the jet bridge. That’s the baggage handling hero we need.

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Jet Weather Cargo Approach 113

Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Blog

AUGUST 4, 2024

Whether you’re preparing for turbine ground school, studying for your Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, priming for a corporate or airline interview, or upgrading into a personal jet or turboprop— The Turbine Pilot’s Flight Manual Fifth Edition is designed for you.

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Wind Shear Cockpit Pilot Weather 85

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Flying to Europe is well within reach for many executive jet types. Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. Some need technical stops in between, while others can make it non-stop.

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Jet Weather True Airspeed Turbulence 98

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Flying to Europe is well within reach for many executive jet types. Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. Some need technical stops in between, while others can make it non-stop.

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Jet Weather True Airspeed Turbulence 98

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Historically, Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) has been Greenland’s only airport capable of handling jets, as Greenland’s capital of Nuuk (GOH) only had a small airport. This greatly complicated travel logistics, not just in terms of needing to connect, but also in terms of frequent cancelations due to weather issues, leaving travelers stranded.

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Approach Weather Jet 115

Aerotime

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

His innovative approach integrates infrastructure and movement processes into holistic CO2 and energy comparisons. As of today, almost all aviation is based on kerosene or jet fuel. Jet fuel and its properties The widely used Jet A-1 fuel contains 43.15 Follow Dr. Klaus Radermachers LinkedIn newsletter Think. Differently.

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Thrust Jet Weather Runway 141

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Every year since 2001, I have always taken note of the weather on September 11. I wondered if a business jet departing from Teterboro could have been involved. Approaches to JFK Airport and Newark (KEWR) were simply not on a track that could logically involve the site of the Twin Towers. Maybe a control issue?

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Weather Airplanes Approach Pilot 98

Flying Magazine

APRIL 30, 2024

That’s why the fresh approach Cirrus took to its next model in the SR series makes a lot of sense. Stephen Yeates] A Beginner’s Mind When you must approach something from a fresh perspective, it helps to go into a beginner’s mindset. After setting things up, that’s typically all you have to do in a jet.

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Pilot Airplanes Approach Jet 111

Professional Pilot

JULY 16, 2024

The InSight installation on the Hawker 800XP includes three high-resolution displays and two touchscreen-enabled control displays, integrating with the Universal FMS to enable Data Communications and LPV approaches. ATP-ME, DPE-ATP-TYPE, A&P/IA, DAR-T, CAM), President/Director of Operations and Maintenance at Jet Logistics.

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Payload Approach Clearance Cockpit 75

Aerotime

MAY 24, 2024

The new regulatory framework provides more flexibility for private jet operators to sell empty-legs (that is, flights that otherwise run empty because of aircraft repositioning), and it has also removed VAT in order to equalize the obligations of local and foreign operators. he said.

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Fixed Base Operator Clearance Weather Cargo 294

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

It shows the navigation track, weather, and traffic. Glass cockpits can display extra information, including weather, traffic, and moving maps. For example, approaching a selected altitude. The MFD can integrate GPS, weather data, and traffic information into its display. This is dependent on aircraft equipment.

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Cockpit Pilot Weather Primary Flight Display 52