Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

In contrast to a control tower, an FSS is not responsible for giving instructions or clearances to aircraft. VFR Visual Flight Rules VFR is a set of regulations that allow a pilot to operate an aircraft using visual cues and without relying on instruments. VFR requires minimum weather and visibility conditions.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

Priority clearance may be possible to arrange, at CIQ’s discretion, to allow you to clear at a separate counter in the main clearance hall. For departure to non-EU destinations, CIQ clearance is necessary. It’s important to remember that all IFR flight plans need to be filed via Eurocontrol.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Class B Clearance ATC clearance is required to enter Class B airspace. When talking to ATC on flight following, they can provide the necessary clearances to enter Class B airspace. You can also access the frequencies using mobile Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) options such as Garmin Pilot or ForeFlight.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The flight plan informs the Air Traffic Control (ATC) of your planned course, aircraft capability, and contingency plan. Unlike Visual Flight Rules (VFR), filing an IFR flight plan is mandatory for all IFR flights. Visual Scanning During the flight, use the block scanning method.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This could be caused by landing without clearance, straying from an assigned altitude, or any number of other errors. Before you take off, make sure to: Review your planned route and airspace to understand what clearances you need. Log a pre-flight briefing with Flight Service to show you’ve done your due diligence as pilot-in-command.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 26, 2024

Rehearse ATC Interactions Have a flight instructor or fellow student pilot act as ATC while you “chair fly.” Practice requesting and receiving clearances. Before you request your first clearance, follow these inflight tips. First, be mentally prepared for the clearance. They will make talking to ATC as smooth as possible.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 16, 2024

CANPASS is a program offered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers to expedite their clearance process when entering Canada. If you frequently travel to Canada from the United States you can also consider the CANPASS Private Aircraft program, which makes the process easier. What Is CANPASS?

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