Pilot Institute

MAY 1, 2024

Cross-check the chart notes with the destination NOTAMs. ATIS broadcasts usually include active runways, available approaches, important NOTAMs, and the weather. Use the weather (along with the NOTAMs) to ensure your chosen approach is still the best choice. Does the approach match the clearance? Is the ILS operational?

Approach 52

Approach NOTAMs Runway Weather 52

Gary's Flight Journal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

I called the clearance delivery number on the OXB NOTAM but they gave me another number to call. I could not get my Bluetooth headset to connect so the I tucked the iPhone up under my ear seal and picked up my clearance and release. I decided to depart VFR and pick up my clearance in the air if I needed it.

Weather 52

Weather Clearance VOR Approach 52

Flight Training Central

APRIL 29, 2024

It’s important to check the NOTAMs if you’ll be flying around these areas as some of the dimensions change in size. If the restricted area is not active and has been released to the controlling agency, the ATC facility will allow the aircraft to operate in the restricted airspace without issuing specific clearance.

Clearance 111

Clearance AGL Pilot NOTAMs 111

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Off Sodus, I briefly leveled at 2,500 feet to remain visual until I received my instrument clearance from Rochester Approach. Fortunately, the clearance was a simple one that morning because I was absurdly tongue tied while talking to Rochester. The latter explained why the runway lights were NOTAMed out of service.)

Runway 98

Runway Approach Knot Drag 98