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Flight planning for a weekend getaway

Flight Training Central

If not will the rental car company be able to pick you up and return you to the airport on your planned departure? NOTAMS may or may not have been published if the equipment is not operational. Are hangars available if the weather becomes an issue such as frost on a cool morning or if thunderstorms develop?

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What Are NOTAMs? Notices to Air Missions Explained

Pilot Institute

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

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FAA Updates Datalink Weather Advisory Circular

iPad Pilot News

FAA Updates Datalink Weather Advisory Circular iPad Pilot News The rollout of ADS-B datalink weather over twelve years ago was an interesting time for GA pilots. Pilots were free to use the system immediately with these new portable receivers, which improved in-flight decision-making almost overnight.

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Top 10 aviation weather apps for pilots

iPad Pilot News

Top 10 aviation weather apps for pilots iPad Pilot News Checking the weather before flight has always been one of the most popular uses for the iPad. After all, it’s easier to get an update by looking at your tablet or phone than sitting at a computer or calling Flight Service. Station Weather. WeatherSpork.

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Should I File an Initial Approach Fix?

Flying Magazine

Another CFII told me to check the weather, see what the flow is, and file to an initial approach fix for an approach in use. Answer: I advocate checking the weather and seeing what approaches are being supported by the conditions, then select an approach and file to an Initial Approach Fix (IAF) for that approach. Who is correct?

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Pilot Training Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make 

Pilot Institute

If you focus too much on the inside, you might overlook cues like approaching traffic, changing weather conditions, or landmarks. Flying through bad weather. Poor flight planning. Follow these strategies for better pre-flight planning and checklist use: Establish a consistent pre-flight routine.

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Complete Preflight Checklists All Pilots Need

Northstar VFR

The FAA offers a great risk management checklist that we are encouraged to use before each flight: PAVE. Maybe you’re flying with another pilot, and the weather conditions are great. It’s possible you could decide that you can make the flight safely. Is the weather within your personal minimums?

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