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The anatomy of a commercial flight – all you ever wanted to know: Part one  

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Yakobchuk Viachelev / Shutterstock One of the last activities you may notice before the doors close will be the flight dispatcher entering the flight deck to hand over any last-minute paperwork, the final passenger and fuel figures, and a finalized load sheet to the flight crew.

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What is a Kneeboard for Pilots? An Essential Guide

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Even the most basic kneeboard can be a huge help to a pilot for writing down clearances, ATIS information, or heading/altitude instructions. Things that you consistently need during a flight might be better kept close at hand, either in a side pocket or on your kneeboard for quick access. What Does a Kneeboard Hold?

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United Kingdom: 2024 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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Tech Stops For tech stops, a general aviation report is submitted to Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) authorities, who will process the information and determine if a clearance is required. When planning a tech stop in the UK, be aware of airport hours, curfews, and anticipated airport congestion. Customs Alert!

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Flight vision systems

Professional Pilot

Having them both in the same display reduces the pilot’s workload during the most demanding section of the flight. The CVS is available with the Pro Line Fusion flight deck. Guidelines in each corner of the pathway show the direction of the active flight plan leg to confirm that the plane is on its intended track.

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“NORDO” – 5 tips for avoiding loss of communication

Flight Training Central

This can include using previously assigned frequencies, emergency frequencies, NAVAIDs, personal or company contact information provided in the flight plan, etc. Easier said than done with the myriad of distractions that can be found on the flight deck. Monitor guard.

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Garmin unveils its new, industry-leading integrated flight deck: G3000 PRIME

Professional Pilot

PRESS RELEASE G3000 PRIME App Menu G armin introduced G3000 PRIME, its most advanced integrated flight deck yet. “Twenty years ago, Garmin redefined the general aviation cockpit with the G1000, our first integrated flight deck.

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Comparing Two Oshkosh Trips

Plane and Pilot

His team developed the concept in the late 1970s to improve “interpersonal communication, leadership, and decision-making” in aircraft flight decks. CRM has gone on to become a staple of airline and military flight training. First, I planned to fly into midsize airports equipped with both approach radar and an operating tower.

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