Aerotime

MARCH 17, 2025

However, as the flight approached Troms, air traffic control reported winds at the arrival airport had reached speeds of up to 48 knots (88 km/h) which were outside of those permitted for crews to land in by the operating airline.

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Air Traffic Control Knot Approach Weather 262

Aerotime

MARCH 31, 2025

A United Airlines Boeing 737 had a lucky escape after it struck a kite on its final approach to Washington-Reagan Airport (DCA) in the US capital. The kite flyer was one of two who were actively flying their kites while enjoying the spring weather in the Park on the day of the incident.

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Threshold Runway Airlines Airline 263

Aerotime

JANUARY 21, 2025

Were honored to be the providers of such a revolutionary technology onboard ATR aircraft, sharing our expertise and solution-led approach to open up new opportunities for ATR, its customers, and their passengers, commented Eric Sperazza, Chief Executive Officer at PMV Engineering.

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Weather Approach Pilot Aviation Technology 286

Aerotime

MARCH 27, 2025

Located in the heart of Kowloon City with a runway that extended from mountains at one end into Hong Kong harbor, the iconic Kai Tak airport was known for its remarkable airplane landings, with a steep late turn onto final approach and aircraft seemingly skimming the rooftops of nearby apartment blocks as they landed.

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Runway Final Approach Weather Approach 258

Flight Training Central

MARCH 31, 2025

Youve probably seen runway approach lights at larger airports many times during your training and when flying at night. If an approach lighting system is available for a runway, the symbology will be displayed in both the small airport diagram in line with the runway, and in the briefing strip towards the top of the instrument approach chart.

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Approach Pilot Runway Descent 52

Aerotime

JUNE 10, 2024

An Austrian Airlines Airbus A320-200 aircraft sustained severe damage during a hailstorm on its approach to Vienna Airport (VIE). Images taken right after landing show the aircraft had been heavily impacted, losing part of the nose cone, which left the aircraft weather radar exposed.

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Turbulence Airlines Airline Approach 286

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Well, one important thing youll need to know is RNAV approaches. These approaches use GPS to help you land and offer more flexibility than traditional systems like ILS. In this guide, you’ll learn how RNAV approaches work, the different types available, and tips to make them feel natural and straightforward.

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Approach Pilot Descent Airplanes 52

Air Facts

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

It was early winter, but the current skies and projected weather looked favorable, so I decided to fly rather than drive. I decided to fly first and eat later due to approaching weather (mistake #1), and, after a weather briefing, estimated I could get to Chicago (DuPage Airport (KDPA)) before the weather from the west did (mistake #2).

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Ceiling Weather AGL Approach 90

Fear of Landing

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

On Tuesday, the Central Weather Administration issued a sea warning and warned that a land warning might follow. The Central Weather Administration reported winds at 173 km/h (107 mph, 93 knots) gusting up to 209 km/h (130 mph, 112 knots). The first approach was at 17:34 local time.

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Knot Runway Weather Approach 97

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

What if you could take off on a day with a 2,000-foot overcast ceiling and then climb through a few hundred feet of clouds to cruise on top in clear weather? Spencer is an airshow pilot and instrument flight instructor and will show what it’s like to fly IFR cross-country trips and instrument approaches.

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Approach Ceiling Weather Pilot 52

Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

Danger lurks in circling approaches Air Facts Journal the circling approach maneuver is designed as a last resort, non-precision approach. The very first question that should pop up into our head during a circling approach is “Why are we circling in the first place”? The n ext one is “What are our other options?”

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Approach AGL Descent Runway 97

Pilot Institute

MARCH 28, 2025

Category also has different meanings in pilot certification, aircraft certification, and instrument approaches. A quick note before we begin: There are three different definitions of category based on the pilot, the aircraft, or an instrument approach. An aircrafts approach category is determined by Vref (which is 1.3

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Weight-Shift-Control Knot Approach Lift 96

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

It is not uncommon for air traffic control to pose this question to pilots on IFR flight plans approaching certain airports when the weather is VFR. In daylight, when the visibility is good, the winds calm, and the pilot familiar with the airport—and the approach is a straight in—the visual is no big deal.

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Approach Air Traffic Control Runway Flight Deck 92

Flying Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

Another CFII told me to check the weather, see what the flow is, and file to an initial approach fix for an approach in use. Answer: I advocate checking the weather and seeing what approaches are being supported by the conditions, then select an approach and file to an Initial Approach Fix (IAF) for that approach.

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Approach Weather NOTAMs Flight Plan 93

One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 5, 2025

The island being in the middle of the ocean means that weather conditions can rapidly change, and on top of that, winds can be really strong. Given the risk of bad weather and limited margins for this service, its not unusual to see flights rescheduled. No matter which itinerary you book, be prepared for last minute cancelations.

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Wind Shear Weather Runway Payload 120

Air Facts

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Weather flying means learning to read clouds Air Facts Journal I had the privilege of working with Richard Collins for a decade, and in that time I learned an awful lot about weather flying. It’s not surprising—the man probably knew more about real world weather than anyone. Is that weather convective or just harmless showers?

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Weather Approach Cockpit Pilot 98

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

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youre preparing for takeoff, navigating an approach, or landing at an uncontrolled airport, knowing how to read a windsock can give you quick wind information. Although modern airports utilize advanced weather monitoring systems, windsocks are still valuable because they provide immediate, visual feedback that you can rely on.

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Knot Weather Wind Shear Weight-Shift-Control 98

One Mile at a Time

JANUARY 6, 2025

Singapore Airlines very long Singapore to Manchester flight Manchester has been dealing with some inclement weather the past couple of days, including heavy snow. Everything was fine until the plane approached the UK, when the runways in Manchester were closed due to heavy snow. Third times the charm, I guess?

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Airlines Airline Weather Runway 113

Aerotime

AUGUST 15, 2024

However, as the twin jet Embraer ERJ 175 approached JACt, the pilot revealed that he did not have the proper qualification to land at the airport, according to a passenger on the plane. The airport’s runway elevation is 6,451 feet and subject to the frequently changing weather that is associated with a mountainous airport.

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Pilot Weather Runway Approach 300

Air Facts

JANUARY 22, 2025

The weather was still good, and the database had been updated. We took off and headed to an airport for a VOR approach. I flew a lot of approaches and felt ready to take the exam again. Shortly after departure, the first airport was just minutes away and we were to perform a circling approach.

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VOR Approach Airplanes Flight Plan 98

Aerotime

MARCH 27, 2025

The flight, which operates weekly, had been forced to divert from its intended destination due to adverse weather conditions, which included thick fog, in Multan. Approaching Lahore Airport from the south, the flight was cleared to land on runway 36R at the airport.

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Runway Approach Lift Weather 305

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

It’s simply an attitude and the way we approach each and every flight. Or, sadly, too many pilots’ final decision: “The weather is really marginal, but with a little luck, I should be able to make it.” This kind of methodical approach helps to avoid nasty surprises and large insurance claims. This approach improves the odds.

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Pilot Flight Deck Approach Weather 105

Simple Flying

JUNE 14, 2024

On April 11th, 2024, Southwest Airlines Flight 2786 was inbound on an approach to its destination, Lihue Airport (LIH), when it experienced a severe drop in altitude, descending hundreds of feet in mere seconds before recovering just 400 ft above the oceans surface.

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Approach Airlines Airline Turbulence 126

Northstar VFR

MAY 2, 2024

Knowing the current and predicted weather along our route of flight is part of that responsibility as a Pilot in Command. When making your go/ no-go decision, it is important to observe current weather and trending weather along the entire route of flight. Asking ATC for any recent PIREPS. (Pay

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Weather Pilot in Command Instrument Flight Rules NOTAMs 82

Aerotime

MARCH 27, 2025

The flight, which operates weekly, had been forced to divert from its intended destination due to adverse weather conditions, which included thick fog, in Multan. Approaching Lahore Airport from the south, the flight was cleared to land on runway 36R at the airport.

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Runway Approach Lift Weather 263

Airline Reporter

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As World War II approached, the airport was designated a Civilian Pilot Training Program facility and an aircraft mechanic training facility, all to help the war effort. Before that, aviators made use of either a nearby farmer’s field and an athletic field on campus (those old biplanes didn’t need a very long runway).

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Runway Approach General Aviation Weather 100

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

For a flight under IFR or a flight not in the vicinity of an airport, weather reports and forecasts, fuel requirements, alternatives available if the planned flight cannot be completed , and any known traffic delays of which the pilot in command has been advised by ATC.

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Ceiling Weather Approach Flight Plan 52

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Knowledge areas and tasks included in the ACS include weather theory, airspace, aeronautical charts, aircraft performance, and emergency procedures, to name just a few. When you approach your check ride, these tasks should feel second nature. Take the time you need, and dont feel rushed as you train.

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Federal Aviation Regulations Weather Pilot VOR 92

iPad Pilot News

APRIL 26, 2024

A step-by-step approach to thunderstorm avoidance with an EFB app iPad Pilot News One of the major weather hazards pilots have to deal with this time of year is convective weather and resulting thunderstorms. The weather patterns across the entire U.S.

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Approach Weather Pilot General Aviation 84

One Mile at a Time

MARCH 18, 2025

Weather conditions werent good at all, with winds at the time reported as being at 22 knots, and gusting to 36 knots. Following the go around, the aircraft positioned for another approach, and landed safely around 20 minutes later, after a total flight time of around 2hr5min. The aircraft came in to land on runway 22.

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Air Traffic Control Knot Runway Crosswind 106

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

Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

Youll learn how to navigate, communicate with Air Traffic Control, interpret weather, and conduct instrument approaches to airports, all without relying on whats outside your window. This rating adds an entirely new dimension to your skillsetand makes you a true all-weather aviator. What Is an Instrument Rating? Flight canceled.

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Pilot Weather Approach Visual Flight Rules 52

Pilot Institute

MARCH 28, 2025

Pilots can find out the prevailing winds aloft such as from the NOAA Aviation Weather Center and predict the vortices direction and rate of drift behind the preceding aircrafts flight path. Pilots need to keep this behavior in mind as theyre likely to encounter these vortices while theyre on approach or during departure.

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Turbulence Lift Drag Runway 97

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 24, 2025

Special VFR is a clearance issued by Air Traffic Control (ATC) that allows pilots to operate in weather conditions below the standard VFR minimums. Special VFR (SVFR) is a clearance that is given to an aircraft by ATC that allows flights in controlled airspace under VFR when weather is below standard VFR minimums but above IFR thresholds.

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Clearance Pilot in Command Ceiling Weather 52

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

Aerotime

MARCH 26, 2025

Located 2,077 feet (633 meters) above sea level, Los Rodeos was also prone to rapid weather changes with fog and low-lying cloud sometimes causing operational issues. The report said that the weather conditions undoubtedly make a pilots decision regarding takeoff and landing operations much more difficult.

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Clearance Runway Weather Pilot 294