Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

Modern flight decks combine cutting-edge interfaces, synthetic vision systems (SVS), and advanced connectivity tools to optimize safety, situational awareness, and operational efficiency. (L) Pro Line Fusion provides the industrys first touch-control primary flight display (PFD). (L)

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 27, 2025

This article will explain the six primary instruments of every flight deck, often informally referred to as the six-pack. Key Takeaways The six-pack includes the core flight instruments for navigation and control. Gyroscopic instruments rely on rigidity in space and include the AI, HI, and Turn Coordinator.

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Northstar VFR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For the commercial pilot, or someone who flies under IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) regularly, a kneeboard which holds an iPad may be a better choice. Things that you consistently need during a flight might be better kept close at hand, either in a side pocket or on your kneeboard for quick access.

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Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The group concluded that 17 had been caused by darkness or instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions that deprived pilots of their outside visual references. Having them both in the same display reduces the pilot’s workload during the most demanding section of the flight. Some of them were fatal. million in 2022.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

IFR Instrument Flight Rules IFR is the set of rules that allow pilots to fly by reference to instruments in the flight deck when flying by visual reference is not safe. The second function allows for drones to hold their positions using GPS, thus letting it hover in a single spot without pilot input.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 26, 2024

Enforce a Sterile Flight Deck We all know that there can be a lot of distractions when flying. When you talk to ATC, limit non-essential flight deck conversations. Make sure you’ve briefed all occupants about when they can – and can’t – talk during the flight.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 22, 2025

The turn coordinator is a vital instrument, particularly for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations. The Future of the Turn Coordinator While the turn coordinator has been a vital part of the flight deck for decades, particularly in light aircraft, its future is uncertain. What Is a Turn Coordinator?

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