Remove Instrument Meteorological Conditions Remove NOTAMs Remove Turbulence
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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

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NOTAM Notice to Airmen A NOTAM is a notice that contains essential information to alert pilots of potential hazards at a specific location or along a flight route. NOTAMs are publicly available. Pilots are required to check for NOTAMs along their relevant routes or locations before the start of a flight.

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

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At these heights, you could get into turbulence and gusty crosswinds. Has it been a while since youve flown in these conditions? Lets dig into them: Disorientation : Flying into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) without proper training is a very dangerous move. Winds at high altitudes can be unpredictable.

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