Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft? Air Facts Journal The pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to, the operation of that aircraft. Make sure your expectations match reality before you blast off on a single-pilot IFR flight. George works for you.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

Here we’ll cover the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Advisory Circulars (ACs). AC 91-92 , Pilot’s Guide to a Preflight Briefing Applies to part 91 operators, and is guidance, not regulation. But first one suggestion: don’t get caught up in all the minutiae.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

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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Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

Key Takeaways NOTAMs update pilots about changes in airspace, airports, and equipment that affect aircraft operations. Checking NOTAMs before flight is required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR 91.103). The Purpose of NOTAMs A Notice to Air Mission (NOTAM) is a bulletin issued by a country’s aviation authority.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Two examples of an operational incident are clearing an aircraft onto a runway when another aircraft is landing or taking off or issuing a take-off clearance while another aircraft or vehicle is occupying the runway. This deviation could be a vehicle crossing a runway hold marking before receiving ATC clearance.

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