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Choosing the best IFR departure procedure (SID) — Advanced IFR, by Pilot Workshops

Flight Training Central

In this exerpt from Advanced IFR , by Pilot Workshops, follow along on this IFR flight from Eagle, CO (KEGE) to Aspen, CO (KASE). While relatively short, the flight will traverse challenging moutainous terrain. Because of the terrain, the departure from Eagle will utilize a Standard Instrument Departure (SID). SIDs are air traffic control procedures created to provide obstruction clearance and a transition from the terminal area to the en route structure.

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Fit to Fly? Why so Many Pilots Hide their Physical and Mental Health Struggles

Pilots Who Ask Why

Here’s a question: what do you really ask yourself when assessing whether you’re fit to fly or not? More importantly, how comfortable do you feel talking about not being fit to fly with your AME, colleagues, and employer? If you do have a health issue, how bad does it need […] The post Fit to Fly? Why so Many Pilots Hide their Physical and Mental Health Struggles first appeared on Pilots Who Ask Why.

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How to Handle a Lost Comms Situation in VFR Flight

Northstar VFR

By Josh Page, CFI You’re flying along enjoying the beautiful views on a bright, sunny VFR day when suddenly your radios go out. You have no way to contact ATC. Anxiety starts to settle in. What now? You can take a deep breath and relax. Thankfully, there are procedures in place for the many situations you might encounter in flight, and this one is no exception.