Professional Pilot

APRIL 3, 2025

Under visual flight rules (VFR) during daytime, a pilot can operate with only basic gauges: an airspeed indicator, altimeter, compass, fuel gauges for each tank, and oil temperature, pressure, and engine RPM readings. The 91.205 minimum equipment rule is very rudimentary, and most aircraft today exceed these requirements.

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Cockpit Weight-Shift-Control Flight Deck Instrument Meteorological Conditions 40

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

By Jake Carpenter Contributing Writer F rom rudimentary analog gauges to todays sophisticated, fully integrated avionics, the evolution of cockpit technologies has revolutionized how pilots interact with their aircraft. The cockpit features 4 12-inch displays, presenting tactical information on the PFDs and strategic data on the MFDs.

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Flight Deck Jet Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Runway 75

Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

What is an instrument proficiency check? Its a required assessment for pilots who have not met IFR currency rules, ensuring they can safely operate under instrument flight rules. What is an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)? What is an instrument proficiency check (IPC)? How often do I need an IPC?

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Instrument Flight Rules Instrument Meteorological Conditions Approach Pilot 52