Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Mark’s passion for general aviation endured, despite not logging many hours since the ’80s. ” Yet, her passion for general aviation remained. General aviation provides such great opportunities! Forecasted weather was CAVU for the entire weekend. Louis Approach Control.

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Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

That’s exactly what the legendary Bob Buck did 55 years ago in his Cessna 182 Skylane as he enjoyed the sights and sounds of low altitude flying and the freedom that only general aviation affords—a relatable sentiment to the Air Facts community. So there I am circling in clear weather with a frown on my face.

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iPad Pilot News

APRIL 26, 2024

A step-by-step approach to thunderstorm avoidance with an EFB app iPad Pilot News One of the major weather hazards pilots have to deal with this time of year is convective weather and resulting thunderstorms. The weather patterns across the entire U.S.

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AOPA

MAY 12, 2024

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

If you maintain constant situational awareness and utilize all available resources, that’s conducive to safe general aviation operations. Vigilance, monitoring traffic, and staying attuned to changing weather conditions contribute significantly to safety.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

Piper’s PA-44 Seminole received its type certificate in 1978, arguably at the height of niche formation in general aviation. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1981 Piper PA-44-180T Turbo Seminole.

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Jetwhine

JULY 1, 2024

Despite the incredible improvements in commercial aviation safety, the same cannot be said for general aviation. The fatal accident statistics remain alarming despite the dedicated efforts and safety enhancements from groups like the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee (GAJSC).

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 8, 2024

Routine scheduled air service and general aviation operations will not be affected throughout the project, but it’s imperative that aviators check local NOTAMs every time they fly to stay up to date on current construction phasing. All tickets must be purchased online in advance at [link].

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Universal Weather

APRIL 17, 2024

The sporting and cultural events scheduled on “Côte d’Azur” between May 14 and May 27 are likely to generate air traffic exceeding the receiving capacities of Nice Airport and Monaco Helipad. Flight Plan Specifications: Mandatory for general aviation to include a COHOR-assigned slot ID in their flight plan.

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Air Facts

AUGUST 2, 2024

The weather looked excellent for flying—cool and clear. This is a perspective that you just can’t get in a car and is one of the great pleasures of general aviation—you get to look out the window a lot and see the world in a new light. Weather was severe clear so we were able to fly VFR for most of our road trip.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 28, 2024

Center control sticks complete the fighter jet feel, and a clean, modern panel has none of the weathering or cracking that’s so commonly found on older aircraft. Inside, the wraparound canopy provides a panoramic view that tops virtually any Cessna or Piper.

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iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

Reiterates that pilots do not need to call Flight Service to be legal: “The FAA considers that a self-briefing may be compliant with current Federal aviation regulations. By self-briefing, pilots can often improve their knowledge of weather and aeronautical information.”

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Ask a Flight Instructor

AUGUST 14, 2024

For example, if KLXV weather was currently Baro 30.45 Essentially, if you’re trying to fly out of Leadville, your numbers go off the chart. 91.103 says we need takeoff data but we can’t get it…. So does this make Leadville “legally” inaccessible for a 172? Or, is it legal/accurate to compare density altitudes?

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2024

At some UK airbases – such as RAF Leuchars (EGQL) – PPRs are only issued to General Aviation (GA) during significant golfing events. Tech Stops For tech stops, a general aviation report is submitted to Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) authorities, who will process the information and determine if a clearance is required.

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Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

What NTSB Reports Say About Impossible Turns and Angle of Attack—Part 2: Analysis, Questions Raised, and Next Steps The current emphasis in general aviation (GA) safety is on visual angle of attack (AOA) indicators and impossible turns (return to the airport following engine failure). for several general aviation airplanes.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

Beijing Area Airport Options Beijing is facilitated by two major airports – Beijing Capital International Airport ( ZBAA ) and the newly opened Beijing Daxing International Airport ( ZBAD ), each with its own unique general aviation (GA) access and parking considerations. However, exceptions may be approved upon request.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

For General Aviation (GA) operations to Barcelona, LEBL is the most frequently used airfield and usually the airport of choice. Weather Barcelona’s weather is pleasant for most of the year. Remember, these are only guidelines, and the weather can vary somewhat from year to year.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

Pre-clearance guide Potential Dublin GA Ban in 2024 The Dublin Airport Authority’s (DAA) consideration of a ban on all ad-hoc flights, including General Aviation (GA), due to the airport exceeding its 32-million passenger capacity. Parking Information At EIDW , there is no time limit on General Aviation (GA) aircraft parking.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 12, 2024

PPR Requirement : Prior Permission Required (PPR) is mandatory for all General Aviation (GA) and related flights, in addition to an airport slot from the Airport Coordinator Germany. General Aviation aircraft repositioning for refueling or changing parking stands must be planned, and aircraft must be towable at any time.

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Universal Weather

JULY 28, 2023

Facilities All private aviation operators flying into Ezeiza must use the new General Aviation Terminal, which is open 24 hours daily. CIQ Crew and passengers must clear customs at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT), with a typical process time of about 2 minutes per person. Slots are not required.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

From entry and weather requirements to interacting with ATC, we have you covered. Keeping jet traffic safe alongside slower general aviation aircraft is harder still. Weather Requirements We find the VFR weather requirements in 14 CFR § 91.155. That’s a considerable detour for small general aviation aircraft.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

Airport options Tokyo is served by two airports – Haneda (RJTT) and Narita (RJAA) – and both have their pros and cons from the general aviation (GA) operating perspective. A general aviation channel within the common terminal with CIQ clearance channel is available. GA long-term parking is up to 29 nights/30 days.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ataturk Airport is also much more conveniently located to Istanbul’s city center and provides greater operational flexibility in parking, slots, scheduled maintenance options, and customer preference to the airport’s general aviation terminal. All business aviation passengers share a common General Aviation Terminal.

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ABEAM

JULY 5, 2024

We had a team briefing and took off with nice weather from runway 24 in Kortrijk. We finally entered Hungarian airspace and after about 8 hours non-stop hand-flying we landed safely with some minutes separation in Tökol airport in Budapest, an old Sovjet type military airport now used for General Aviation.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Airport options With the closing of Torrejon (LETO) airport in 2013 to general aviation (GA) traffic, the sole airport in Madrid serving business aviation operators is Adolfo Suarez Madrid–Barajas Airport (LEMD). The weather in Madrid is predominantly dry, but that doesn’t mean that rain can be ruled out.

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Photographic Logbook

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

General Aviation to the rescue! When I tuned the AWOS (automated weather observation system) at Saratoga Springs, the transmitter broadcast a repeating statement about the AWOS being unavailable. (We We learned the next day that a circuit breaker for the weather sensing instrumentation tripped, but the transmitter still worked.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

It is a popular destination for general aviation (GA) business and tourism movements. Customs MDPC , MDLR , and MDJB have general aviation terminals (GAT), while MDSD and MDPP have a fixed-base operator (FBO). Weather The island has two main seasons: rainy and dry.

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Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

With the opening of Costa Rica’s first-ever general aviation terminal in December 2019, the experience and security for business aviation operators is now significantly enhanced. General Aviation Terminal The GAT is part of the new domestic terminal at MROC , an infrastructure project which includes 15,260 square-feet.

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Fullthrottle Aviation

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Due to the delay, the weather had turned and there wasn’t going to be another window across the ocean for a few weeks, which is normally atypical since it’s often too cold in February/March to pick up ice but it was an unusually warm winter.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

VHHH has approximately 20 GA parking spots at the general aviation terminal – but this depends on the aircraft size. Therefore, it’s best to be at the airport at least two hours before departure to ensure the FBO has all documentation for departure, customs, fuel, flight plans, and weather packages.

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AV Web

JULY 7, 2024

Weather, especially dangerous weather, was an unseen and sometimes surprising thing before we could access and watch it on a screen in our humble general aviation spam cans. I flew twins IFR at night without radar, and my only clue about a thunderstorm being out there sometimes came when I ran into it.

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Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Since the focus was on the main international airport, Subang Airport however, was allowed to continue operation but only general aviation and turbo-prop commercial flights were allowed to operate from this airport therefore Air Asia doesn't have a presence at this airport. The weather was not good that day. I certainly do.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 26, 2024

General aviation (GA) arrivals for this event are expected to start the week before and will remain congested a day or two following the race. A General Declaration is mandatory for international flights. Linate boasts a General Aviation Terminal, crew and VIP lounges, hangar space (upon request), and maintenance facilities.

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Flight Training Central

JULY 29, 2024

In general aviation (GA) airplanes, we don’t worry much about the jet stream or mountain waves at 37,000 feet. The next weather phenomenon to consider is thermals. Instead, we need to look for visual cues as to the smoothness of the air. As a first clue, consider the height of haze layer.

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Pilot Job Central

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Some of these systems are related to the airplane being bigger, others are related to passenger and crew comfort, while other systems are related to operating in foul weather. When flying piston engine airplanes pilots are often flying in a training or hobby environment where good weather and light traffic prevail.

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Universal Weather

APRIL 9, 2023

In addition, general aviation (GA) arrivals for this event are expected to start the week before and will remain congested a day or two following the race. Barcelona (LEBL) LEBL is a 24-hour airport of entry (AOE) with 24-hour customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance and plenty of general aviation (GA) parking available.

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Universal Weather

JULY 31, 2024

Support services Full general aviation (GA) support services and credit are available at both Zurich (LSZH) and Friedrichshafen (EDNY). Normal 90 minute drive times from Zurich or Friedrichshafen could take much longer, depending upon the weather. LSZH has a fixed-base operator (FBO) and a VIP lounge available.

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