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How to Read a METAR – Our Full Guide to Aviation Weather Reports

Pilot Institute

The wind is from the south at 8 knots. The KT indicates that the scale used is knots (an abbreviated term for nautical miles per hour ). In most clouds, the visibility is zero, meaning that you should avoid clouds entirely if you are flying VFR. The observation was provided automatically. The visibility is 3 statute miles.

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Flying a Skylane From Canada to Belize

Air Facts

Day 2 The second day of my journey started with more promising prospects, though this would include some VFR on top time through the Oregon valleys. This was indeed the case as I observed my GPS indicated ground speed to be 165 Knots. I encountered unexpected headwinds to start, slowing my groundspeed down to 75 knots at times.

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Instrument Flying (IFR) FAQs – top questions this week

Flight Training Central

Additionally, a pilot should report any of the following events:: When vacating any previously assigned altitude or flight level for a newly assigned altitude or flight level ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an altitude change will be made if operating on a clearance specifying VFR-on-top. ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an approach has been missed. (