iPad Pilot News

JUNE 14, 2024

In addition to providing continuous in-flight weather updates, ADS-B provides updates to NOTAMs and TFRs in flight too. For example, a pilot of a light twin aircraft, flying at a medium altitude with a tailwind could easily have a groundspeed in excess of 200 knots.

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Weather AGL Flight Deck Pilot 59

Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2024

A headwind lowers groundspeed , making landing easier. However, check NOTAMs for runway closures. Discover ways to stay proficient with regular practice. Why Crosswind Landings Aren’t Easy Ideally, pilots want the wind to hit the aircraft dead on the nose while landing. However, the wind rarely aligns perfectly with the runway.

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Crosswind Aileron Longitudinal Axis Rudder 52

Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

Following a check of the weather, NOTAMS and TFR’s, you are confronted with some decisions to make. Assuming the mighty Warrior can produce a groundspeed of 90 knots, you take that number, divide it by 60, and you’ll end up with 1.5. The day finally arrives for that long awaited trip up north to visit family. feet per minute).

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Density Altitude Ceiling Runway Weather 74

Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

Any NOTAMS applicable? The rule of thumb is VSI = ½ groundspeed times 10. If we find ourselves rushing or cutting corners to complete the briefing, we most likely need to ask for vectors or holding to consider all the factors. How truly important is this current approach to mission success? Any aircraft inoperative items to consider?

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Approach AGL Descent Runway 70