Aviation News

MARCH 3, 2025

The H125s single pilot instrument flight rules (IFR) capability has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for first deliveries.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

V – VOR Check If you’re flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), your VOR navigation equipment must be tested every 30 days. This is a thorough check performed by a mechanic with an Inspection Authorization (IA). They make sure that your aircraft meets airworthiness standards.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 27, 2025

The AI is particularly effective during Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flight, where the outside horizon may not be available. A standard rate turn is at 3 degrees per second and is the preferred rate of turn during Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations.

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 24, 2025

In addition, you cannot enter Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions while operating under a special VFR. First and foremost, operating in special VFR conditions requires a high level of pilot judgment and decision-making.

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WayMan

AUGUST 22, 2024

Our program meets the rigorous 141 instrument rating requirements, ensuring you receive top-notch training and education. Why Pursue an Accelerated Instrument Rating? An instrument rating allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) , significantly enhancing your flying skills and increasing your versatility as a pilot.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Tuesday, February 11 – 3pm eastern Home Simulation for IFR Training – Tuesday, February 11, 3pm Today’s flight simulators offer more versatility and feasibility to instrument flight rules training than ever expected.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

An Instrument Rating is far more than a regulatory box to checkits one of the most empowering, safety-enhancing, and rewarding experiences youll have as a pilot. What Is an Instrument Rating? An Instrument Rating is an FAA certification that allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

These services include traffic advisories and sequencing of arrivals and departures for aircraft operating under both Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Well, TRSAs exist to provide additional safety for pilots by offering optional radar services. Heres the kicker.

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WayMan

APRIL 9, 2024

In the journey to becoming a skilled pilot, understanding the distinctions between Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) is pivotal. These two sets of regulations govern aircraft operation under different conditions, playing a crucial role in flight training.

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Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2025

IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) certification is crucial for aircraft that need to fly in low visibility or adverse weather conditions. It allows pilots to navigate using instruments instead of relying on visual cues, ensuring safer flights in challenging environments. What is IFR Certification?

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Flight Training Central

APRIL 12, 2024

If operating under visual flight rules (VFR), yes, a pilot may fly through a military operations area (MOA) without receiving a clearance or communicating with ATC; however, it’s important to understand the risks and activities present within an active MOA.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

These four categories of flight classify four separate weather conditions. They stand for Visual Flight Rules, Marginal Flight Rules, Instrument Flight Rules, and Low Instrument Flight Rules. Each is defined by varying ceilings and visibility.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Type of Traffic: I – Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) V – Visual Flight Rules (VFR) K – NOTAM is a Checklist Q)KZAU/QMRLC/ IV /NBO/A/000/999/4159N0875W005 The fourth element, purpose, relates a NOTAM to certain purposes (intentions) and thus allows retrieval according to the user’s requirements.

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Northstar VFR

MAY 2, 2024

By Lisa Thornton, CFII & Airline First Officer As pilots we are required to adhere to rules and regulations outlined by the FAA. One responsibility we take on before any flight, under visual or instrument flight rules, is ensuring we have gathered all information pertinent to the safety of that specific flight.

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WayMan

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

SIDs are published flight routes designed to safely transition aircraft from the airport to the enroute phase of their journey. Understanding these procedures is essential for pilots flying under IFR ( Instrument Flight Rules ) to maintain organized, safe, and efficient air traffic.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

The list of inspections gets longer if the aircraft is for compensation/for hire, or if flown under instrument flight rules (IFR). There are a few exceptions when the aircraft can be flown outside of this timeframe, such as when a special flight permit is issued. There are also required inspections for civil aircraft.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

What is an instrument proficiency check? Its a required assessment for pilots who have not met IFR currency rules, ensuring they can safely operate under instrument flight rules. What is an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)? What is an instrument proficiency check (IPC)? How often do I need an IPC?

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the context of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations, what does the acronym "STAR" stand for? Total Design Zone Elevation Touchdown Zone Elevation Terminal Departure Zone Efficiency Correct! In the context of approach plates, what does "DA" stand for? Decision Altitude Descent Advisory Direct Approach Correct!

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Northstar VFR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For the commercial pilot, or someone who flies under IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) regularly, a kneeboard which holds an iPad may be a better choice. There are many different styles, sizes, and functions to consider when purchasing a kneeboard. For the beginning student pilot, a simple, mini clipboard is sufficient.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

If youre in Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, continue your flight visually and land as soon as practical at an appropriate airport. If flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), you must follow standard lost-communication procedures. 7700 For all other emergencies , you should squawk 7700.

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CFI Academy

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Explore practical tips for maintaining situational awareness, adjusting to changing conditions, and using navigation instruments effectively. These skills are crucial for confidently handling unexpected challenges in the air.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

But youll need a powerful computer to run the VR headset with a flight simulator. VR headsets do have some drawbacks, particularly for instrument flight rules (IFR) flight. This makes reading the instruments difficult, which makes subtle control corrections challenging.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Aeronautical experience in the regulations does not require that you have any actual instrument flight time to obtain your instrument rating. That’s correct, you can earn your instrument rating with flight time only in simulated conditions.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) can, at times, feel like deciphering a complicated puzzle, especially when you’re staring at an approach chart filled with intricate details. Approach charts, often referred to as approach plates, become your guide when visual cues are scarce.

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Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Theyre especially useful for airports that dont have the budget or suitable terrain to install an Instrument Landing System (ILS). This makes more airports accessible under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Otherwise, the airport would have to suspend flight operations in poor visibility.

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Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

Honeywells Primus Epic integrates seamlessly with Gulfstreams PlaneView flight deck, which features four 10×13-inch LCDs. The integrated synthetic vision PFD overlays terrain, obstacles, and runway information for improved night and instrument flight rules (IFR) awareness.

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Learn to Fly

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Right to left: radar reflectivity; pilot report (PRIREP) icing, turbulence, or other; the flight category, signifying visual flight rules, instrument flight rules, etc.; Figure 3: The GFA legend. A second level (not shown) includes radar echo, visibility, and SIGMET color codes.

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Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

A few hours later, the pilot obtained a weather briefing and filed an IFR flight plan before departing Westchester to fly back to Montgomery County. The pilot was instrument rated and the flight was on an instrument flight rules (IFR) flight plan: that is, they did not have to stay visual for the flight.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

IFR Instrument Flight Rules IFR is the set of rules that allow pilots to fly by reference to instruments in the flight deck when flying by visual reference is not safe. The first is for simple location identification and transmission.

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Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Instrument Rating An Instrument Rating is a crucial certification that allows pilots to fly using only their instruments, enabling them to operate in poor weather conditions and complex airspace. Holding an Instrument Rating significantly enhances a pilot’s capabilities, making it a valuable addition to any pilot certificate.

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The acronym “AIRMET” stands for “Airmen’s Meteorological Information.”

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) An IR enables pilots to navigate and operate aircraft in various weather conditions using instrument-based navigation. This rating requires additional training focused on instrument flight rules (IFR), enhancing your skills and safety as a pilot.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 24, 2025

El Salvador All flights operating over the landmass of El Salvador will require ADS-B. Requirements apply only to instrument flight rule (IFR) flights and only for aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 5700 kg (12,566 lbs.) For more information, see AIC 46/24. Europe ADS-B is mandated for all aircraft.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) Enhancing Skills for Various Weather Conditions An Instrument Rating allows pilots to operate aircraft in a wider range of weather conditions by relying on instrument-based navigation. This program focuses on advanced navigation techniques, instrument flight rules (IFR) , and emergency procedures.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) An Instrument Rating enables you to fly in various weather conditions using only instrument references. Our IR program at Leopard Aviation focuses on advanced navigation systems and instrument flight rules, preparing you to handle challenging weather scenarios confidently.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Instrument Rating (IR) An Instrument Rating enables pilots to fly in a wider range of weather conditions by relying on instrument navigation. This training includes learning to interpret flight instruments, understanding instrument flight rules (IFR) , and executing instrument approaches.

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Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 2, 2024

There are generally two types of aviation charts: VFR (visual flight rules) and IFR (instrument flight rules). These maps will be filled with information and you will need to be able to comprehend them. When you are starting out, you just need VFR charts.

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