Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) Enhancing Skills for Various Weather Conditions An Instrument Rating allows pilots to operate aircraft in a wider range of weather conditions by relying on instrument-based navigation. Yes, many flight schools and FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) rent out Cessna aircraft to certified pilots.

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Pilot Instrument Flight Rules Knot Fixed Base Operator 52

AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

The fixed-base operator (Regional Jet Center) filled up our fuel tanks and provided complimentary hot dogs and ice cream for brunch. A fixed-base operator, or FBO, is like a full-service gas station for airplanes. Since I filed an IFR flight plan, I requested the Flagstaff One SID.

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Density Altitude OAT Airplanes Fixed Base Operator 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 2, 2024

Repositioning is likely going to be the best option for most operators unless they have already coordinated parking for the duration. During the WEF event in Davos in 2024, all standard Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) procedures will be temporarily suspended. LSZH has a fixed-base operator (FBO) and a VIP lounge available.

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Clearance Fixed Base Operator Instrument Flight Rules Weather 52