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What Are NOTAMs? Notices to Air Missions Explained

Pilot Institute

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

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A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Weather Briefings

Northstar VFR

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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Pilot’s guide to special use airspace

Flight Training Central

It’s important to check the NOTAMs if you’ll be flying around these areas as some of the dimensions change in size. Check the NOTAM’s for the latest information. As an example, the Prohibited airspace, P-40, protects the Presidential retreat at Camp David in Maryland.

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How to Brief an Instrument Approach (Step-by-Step)

Pilot Institute

Instrument flying is all about mentally staying ahead of the aircraft. The approach procedure is often the most complicated part of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. Cross-check the chart notes with the destination NOTAMs. Some notes require you to have checked NOTAMs and the ATIS.