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What Are NOTAMs? Notices to Air Missions Explained

Pilot Institute

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

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ForeFlight Tips: Most Overlooked Airport Resources

iPad Pilot News

Procedure Tab Hot Spots Construction Notices Arrival Alerts LTA Documents Pilot Handbooks Airport 3D Review Comments Procedure Tab The Airports tab in ForeFlight is packed with information about runways, weather, NOTAMs and detailed information about services available. These are all important, but don’t overlook the Procedure section.

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Operating to 2024 COP 29: Comprehensive Guide for Business Aviation Operators

Universal Weather

Diplomatic Clearance and Special Permissions Flights carrying state officials, including Heads of State, require diplomatic clearance. Clearance Application Deadline : Submit clearance requests to Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs by November 1, 2024 , noting “COP-29 HEAD” for expedited processing.

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Squawk Ident

Professional Pilot

It’s happened to us that we get a clearance, load the passengers, and start up. It would be nice if we could get a notice of the route change when we get the clearance on the ground. I still don’t understand how we receive multiple expect departure clearance times (EDCTs) while airlines remain on schedule. hour gate hold.

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Cannes Film Festival & Monaco Grand Prix 2024: Business Aviation Guide

Universal Weather

CIQ clearance Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance is possible at LFMN within 24 hours. Once the aircraft arrives at LFMN, or when crew/passengers are ready at the airport for departure, CIQ authorities will confirm the clearance location. Please see the following supplemental AIP for the busy May 14-27th period.

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France: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

Universal Weather

Our guide covers everything from Prior Permission Required (PPR) procedures and landing permits to flight planning, customs clearance, and cultural considerations, as well as the unique challenges of operating at regional airports, managing potential fuel shortages, and preparing for peak seasons in popular locations.

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Does Flying During a Total Eclipse Count as Night Time?

Jetwhine

The FAA Domestic Notice says pilots flying IFR should be prepared for holds, reroutes and EDCTs (Expect Departure Clearence Times) and “VFR departures may also expect delays for airborne pickup of IFR clearance within 50 NM either side of the path of the eclipse.”