Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

We can’t cover them all here, but here are a few recent improvements we’ve noticed with MSFS: Improved flight models and ground physics. More realistic instrumentation (e.g., Visual improvements with lighting and weather. The Crosswinds use Hall sensors for both rudder and brakes, making them very precise.

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Rudder Crosswind Pilot Air Traffic Control 96

Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

The fully automated MultiScan weather radar also provides predictive analysis and advanced threat detection. In addition, the system offers predictive windshear and lightning detection, and SiriusXM graphical weather. The GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar provides comprehensive weather information.

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Flight Deck Jet Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Runway 75

AeroSavvy

JANUARY 16, 2024

The lights change color to indicate weather conditions based on METAR reports via internet. Either way, METAR is a format for reporting weather observations. ASOS (Automated Surface Observing System) or older AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System) stations automatically collect the data used in METARs. Take your pick.

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Weather Ceiling Knot Visual Flight Rules 52

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Aviation Weather Handbook ($49.95) FAR/AIM ($19.95) Airplane Flying Handbook ($17.95) Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowlege ($17.95) #4 Fuel Tester One of the many pre-flight tasks pilots perform on aircraft involves fuel, and it’s not just confirming you have enough for your flight and required reserve.

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Pilot Flight Computer Crosswind Cockpit 52

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Instrument Rating An Instrument Rating is a crucial certification that allows pilots to fly using only their instruments, enabling them to operate in poor weather conditions and complex airspace. What is an Instrument Rating, and why is it important?

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Weather Center of Gravity 52