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Icing Awareness in IFR Flying: How to Stay Safe in Winter Weather

Pilot Institute

Thorough pre-flight planning and continuous weather monitoring help mitigate icing risks. Understanding Icing Conditions in IFR Icing refers to the buildup of ice on aircraft surfaces while in flight. Knowing these classifications will allow you to make well-informed decisions when flight planning and while in the air.

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2700 Miles in a Cherokee Six

AeroSavvy

Since I filed an IFR flight plan, I requested the Flagstaff One SID. After takeoff, the SID directs the pilot to fly south to the OATES intersection near Sedona, AZ. When reaching OATES at 10,500 feet or higher, the aircraft can safely turn any direction and continue climbing on course. We did both!

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What Is Air Density? A Simple Guide for Pilots

Pilot Institute

Density Altitude = Pressure Altitude + [120 x (OAT – Standard Temperature)] For example, the temperature at a pressure altitude of 5,000ft is 7C. Note: OAT and ISA Standard Temperature should be in degrees Celsius. Thorough pre-flight planning and performance calculations will ensure your aircraft can perform on a particular day.