Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

To find True Airspeed (TAS), youll need to account for these effects. If theyre blocked, your instruments can give false or no readings. In Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC), you must rely on instruments, so knowing how to diagnose these issues is critical.

Pitot Tube 98

Pitot Tube Altimeter Descent Airplanes 98

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 15, 2025

Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. Probable cause(s): The pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in airframe ice accretion and a subsequent loss of airplane control.

Instrument Meteorological Conditions 52

Instrument Meteorological Conditions Airplanes Runway Calibrated Airspeed 52

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 2, 2025

Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. Probable cause(s): The pilots continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in airframe ice accretion and a subsequent loss of airplane control.

Instrument Meteorological Conditions 81

Instrument Meteorological Conditions Airplanes Runway Pilot 81

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

IFR Currency Requirements As a pilot, you must remain proficient in flying under Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). The FAA requires specific currency requirements to maintain your instrument flying privileges. Within the Past 6 Months, You Must Log: 6 instrument approaches. True airspeed.

Flight Plan 52

Flight Plan Pilot Weather Instrument Meteorological Conditions 52