Plane and Pilot

JULY 2, 2024

The problem is, there’s more than this one limitation involved in the average flight, beyond just the perils that can be met by our piloting ability. We need to consider the full range of hazards we’re facing, and that involves more than just assessing the pilot’s ability. Fuel is consumed in hours and minutes, not miles.

Density Altitude 60

Density Altitude Airplanes Wind Shear Pilot 60

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

When hiring pilots, requirements include a minimum of 3000 hours TT and experience in the medical field, although most applicants who join the aviation unit have closer to 5000 hours. Once hired, the company has a pilot development program in which second-in-command (SIC) pilots train to meet pilot-in-command (PIC) standards.

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Pilot Weather Flight Plan Airplanes 40

Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

When hiring pilots, requirements include a minimum of 3000 hours TT and experience in the medical field, although most applicants who join the aviation unit have closer to 5000 hours. Once hired, the company has a pilot development program in which second-in-command (SIC) pilots train to meet pilot-in-command (PIC) standards.

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Pilot Weather Flight Plan Airplanes 40

Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

This is done by an appointed airport vendor, and the pilot in command (PIC) should be available to open the cargo door. Your ground handler can complete the required flight plan form and submit it on your behalf. Note: Dominican Republic ATC now accepts flight plans filed from electronic providers.

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Flight Plan Clearance Fixed Base Operator General Aviation 52

Plane and Pilot

MARCH 20, 2025

A close embrace tango was committed, Rambo was safely tucked away in his familiar hangar, and in December we retreated to Colombia. While the air traffic controllers spoke good English, the flight-planning officer on the ground did not. Moral of the story: Be the pilot in command. No more has been heard.

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Air Traffic Control Pilot in Command Weather NOTAMs 77

Professional Pilot

MARCH 6, 2025

Subsequently, one must examine flight planning requirements, including the days duration, augmented crew requirements, and any necessity for intermediate stops for crew changes and refueling, especially if the aircraft cannot reach its final destination non-stop. Coordinate with your flight plan/trip provider.

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Weather Flight Plan Approach Pilot in Command 75