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Indicated Airspeed (IAS)

WayMan

When stepping into the cockpit, one of the most important instruments that a pilot relies on is the airspeed indicator. Among the metrics displayed, Indicated Airspeed (IAS) stands out as a critical measure for safe and efficient flight operations. Red Line : Maximum speednever exceed this limit.

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

Pilot Institute

Proficiency is about developing and maintaining the skills you need to handle a wide range of conditions in the cockpit. Regulatory Knowledge : Refresh your knowledge of key FAA regulations, like airspace rules, operational limitations, and recent updates. Its something that goes beyond legal requirements.

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Pointers for Packing Your First Flight Bag

Flying Magazine

POH/AFM There is supposed to be a pilot’s operating handbook (POH) or aircraft flight manual (AFM) aboard your training airplane. It covers the “O” in the “ARROW” mnemonic pilots use to recall the necessary documentation for the aircraft, in fact, because it includes the “operating limitations” referenced by that letter.

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Manifold Pressure vs. RPM: What’s the Difference?

Pilot Institute

Optimal RPM settings can lead to better fuel efficiency, performance, and quieter operations. Understanding the Pitch Lever The pitch lever, commonly known as the propeller control or the blue lever in many cockpits, allows pilots to adjust the angle or pitch of the propeller blades during flight.

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TrustFlight Tech Log and MEL Manager integrate with NAVBLUE N-Ops & N-Flight

Aerotime

This integration allows the OCC to visualize operational limitations of the aircraft against various conditions by way of automating the import of structured MEL data directly into N-FP, eliminating the risk of latent defects and other categorization errors.