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AIRMETs Vs. SIGMETS: What’s the Difference?

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SIGMETs alert pilots to more severe weather events like thunderstorms, volcanic ash, or strong turbulence that could pose serious risks to any flight. In this article, we’ll discuss what makes AIRMETs and SIGMETs important, how to read them, and why each matters for flight planning. But do you know how to read them?

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2025 Super Bowl LIX: Business Aviation Destination Guide

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These procedures will be in effect from February 6, 2025, at 0601 UTC through February 11, 2025, at 0400 UTC. Flight Plans File flight plans at least 6 hours, but not more than 24 hours, prior to departure. Duplicate flight plans (same time/call sign) will be removed and may increase delays.

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What Are NOTAMs? Notices to Air Missions Explained

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The start and end dates and times are coded in YYMMDDttt format (UTC time). B) 2106231700 is the start time and date in UTC. C) 2106232300 is the end time and date in UTC. Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) EFBs have made flight planning easier and more convenient than ever. Each subject has its own FAA keyword.

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What Is a SPECI and When Is It Issued?

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This allows you to make quick adjustments to your flight plan. 011955Z : The date and time of issuance (first day of the month at 19:55 UTC). “TSB25” shows a thunderstorm began at 19:25 UTC, and “TS OHD MOV E” means a thunderstorm is overhead, moving east. 3/4SM : Visibility of ¾ statute miles.

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2024 Summer Olympics Paris – Business Aviation Guide

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During this period, no slots will be available at CDG, ORY, or BVA from 15:30 UTC and 22:00 UTC French CAA will have to close Parisian airspace between 7 p.m. The accreditation numbers must be mentioned in box 18 of the flight plan. and midnight for safety reasons.

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Quintana Roo, Mexico: Operating to Cancun, Tulum, and Cozumel – 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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The airport primarily caters to commercial flights but accommodates GA traffic through its main terminal. While it is a joint military-civilian facility, its dedicated GA infrastructure makes it an attractive option for private flights. Flight Plans: Submit ICAO flight plans as early as possible.

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Mexico: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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Permit confirmations It’s not necessary to note Mexican permit confirmations on your flight plan. Flight planning In Mexico, AFAC and customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) approvals are obtained before any international flight plan will be accepted by ATC.