Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

Well examine why they should always go hand-in-hand and how you can improve your skills to become a more capable pilot. Key Takeaways Currency ensures a pilot meets FAA legal requirements to act as pilot-in-command. Proficiency is a pilots ability to fly skillfully and safely beyond legal minimums.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

In this guide we’ll explain the most common mistakes student pilots make and talk about how to avoid them. Trust me, you’ll find yourself growing into a better pilot, flight after flight. Regular flight practice and thorough pre-flight preparation form the foundation of good piloting skills. Why is this so important?

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

ForeFlight Quiz: Advanced map challenge iPad Pilot News ForeFlight’s moving map screen provides nearly every piece of information a VFR or IFR pilot needs during a flight. When the NOTAMs layer is enabled on the map, what is the significance of an area highlighted with yellow shading?

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AV Web

OCTOBER 8, 2024

But the initiative needs to be organized, and the Air Care Alliance (ACA) has coordinated volunteer pilots from Operation AirDrop, AeroBridge, Angel Flight Soars, Pilots N Paws, and others to make deliveries of essential supplies and resources more efficient.

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Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

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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Pilot Institute

MARCH 19, 2025

Pilots use METARs for flight safety, runway selection, and weather planning. Pilots love knowing about the wind. Suppose either of these factors exceeds your ability as a pilot or the airframe limits. Most pilots of light aircraft fly VFR, requiring good visibility to navigate. What Is a METAR?

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One Mile at a Time

JUNE 28, 2024

So pilots are supposed to report that they’re taxiing, entering the runway, etc., so that other pilots can plan accordingly. It’s not clear if the pilots were just on the wrong frequency, if they had issues with their radios, or what. Then the pilots also didn’t communicate on the frequency, which is yet another major problem.

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AV Web

MARCH 2, 2025

Pilots flying to Sun ‘n Fun have a chance to preview the procedures on their flight simulators with two virtual “Sim ‘n Fun” events March 8 and 9. From 3 p.m. EST on Saturday and 1 p.m. Full information on simulator requirements and other details are available here.

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Air Facts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Air Facts IFR Challenge Air Facts Journal Welcome to our IFR Challenge—a quiz designed for seasoned pilots who are ready to put their instrument knowledge to the test. The pilot may level off at any intermediate altitude within this block of airspace. Climb/descent within the block can be made at the discretion of the pilot.

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iPad Pilot News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

ForeFlight vs. Garmin Pilot: 3 key differences to help you decide iPad Pilot News There are a handful of full-featured aviation Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) apps available today for pilots, both free and paid, which provide just about every preflight and in-flight resource you’ll need for both VFR and IFR operations.

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Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Pilots observe checklist use and learn their importance starting at the first flight lesson. Checklist use is an element that pilots are tested on during checkrides at every level of training. However, it’s the nature of the repetition that helps the pilot notice if something is abnormal with the aircraft.

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Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Thousands of simulated Instrument Rating written exams are completed every month in Sporty’s Instrument Course , but certain topics consistently trip up IFR pilots. An ATC clearance to "CRUISE FOUR THOUSAND FEET" would indicate that the pilot is authorized to: vacate 4,000 feet without notifying ATC. Let’s get to the quiz!

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Flight Training Central

AUGUST 12, 2024

An aviation VFR Sectional chart is chock-full of visual reference information that is important for every pilot. the Notices to Airmen (NOTAM) publication. Runway lengths, obstacle avoidance, restricted airspace, plus much more all provide bits of data that will keep you informed and safe on every flight.

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iPad Pilot News

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

ForeFlight Tips: Most Overlooked Airport Resources iPad Pilot News Flying to a new airport can be an intimidating experience, but a little preparation goes along way in terms of confidence. Many VFR pilots assume this is only for instrument approaches, but it’s actually the place to find helpful resources for pilots of any type.

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Fear of Landing

MARCH 21, 2025

Memorial Bridge, where the helicopter may cross to join Route 5 or continue to turn over the Tidal Basin, is a compulsory reporting point: pilots must report to air traffic control that they have reached that position as they follow the shore of the Potomac. Both pilots in the CRJ held Air Transport Pilot Certificates.

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iPad Pilot News

JULY 2, 2024

Start planning your Oshkosh experience with the 2024 AirVenture app iPad Pilot News The world’s largest airshow starts in a few weeks in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with over 10,000 airplanes descending on Wittman Airport for a week of flying demonstrations, new product announcements and plenty of hands-on learning.

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iPad Pilot News

JUNE 5, 2024

Top 10 aviation weather apps for pilots iPad Pilot News Checking the weather before flight has always been one of the most popular uses for the iPad. So we’ll focus on apps that offer more for pilots, both free and paid. This app is hard to beat for a quick check of multiple METARs and NOTAMs. But which app to use?

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Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

In a Facebook group of Mooney pilots, he wrote: There was a football game going on that I had zero interest in, but the FBO charged me a $100 event fee , which I begrudgingly paid. NOTAMs, apparently, cannot be used legally to advise of fees. The post Fed Up With Fees appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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iPad Pilot News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Weather planning with Garmin Pilot: widgets and flight profile iPad Pilot News One of Garmin Pilot’s standout features is its split-screen mode. Unlock the Power of Widgets Widgets have been part of the Garmin Pilot app since the earliest days of the app, and is a feature not found on any other aviation app.

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iPad Pilot News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Top Apple Watch features and apps for pilots iPad Pilot News The Apple Watch has come a long way since the first version was released over seven years ago. Get the watch app here. ForeFlight This well-designed app displays airport weather, NOTAMs, communication frequencies, runway information and more.

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Professional Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

O ur pilots try to be mindful and file their flightplans as accurately as possible, and adjust and cancel if necessary. Global Express Managing Pilot Circadian Aviation Renton WA A s pilots for commercial operations, there isn’t much we can do about congestion in the NAS. Justin Whyte ATP. Paul Riskey ATP/CFII. Mike Daley ATP.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2025

For pilots, understanding air density isn’t just about physics; its about safety and efficiency in every flight. Pilots calculate density altitude to assess and compensate for changes in air density. As pilots, we can use ISA as a reference for performance calculations. What Is Air Density? Air Density – 1.225m.

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AOPA

JULY 10, 2024

Reading notices to air missions (notams) can be a tedious task for pilots, but it’s probably fair to say that most of us are pretty familiar with them and know how important they are to the safe operation of the national airspace system.

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Flying Magazine

APRIL 24, 2024

One of the CFIIs I fly with told me to file to the airport but not a particular fix because it’s really up to ATC to decide what the pilot should do. READ MORE: How Do You Check NOTAMs? Question: I am working on my instrument rating, and I have a question about filing to another airport. Who is correct? The reason?

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Universal Weather

OCTOBER 30, 2024

This information is typically available via NOTAM. For charter operations, no pilot may be over age 65, but a pilot aged 60-64 may fly as second in command (SIC). Temporary Hours Adjustment (NOTAM A1515/24): Aug 26 – Nov 23, 2024 : Airport hours are temporarily reduced to 12:00 – 23:59.

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Northstar VFR

MAY 16, 2024

You may be an experienced, instrument rated airline pilot, but if you’re planning a cross-country flight in a single engine aircraft with a basic panel, you may be limited on the conditions that you can safely fly in. An Outlook Briefing gives the pilot an indication of which weather elements might impact the flight.

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Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 9, 2024

As a private pilot, you’re able to explore the world from the comfort of your small airplane. Flying into Mexico with a private pilot license (PPL) is a great way to explore the country’s beautiful landscapes and rich culture. Proper Pilot Licensing First, let’s make sure you have the skills and qualifications to fly into mexico.

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Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 4, 2024

You have earned your pilot’s certificate. Weekend getaways are part of the fun of having a pilot certificate. NOTAMS may or may not have been published if the equipment is not operational. You are ready to spread your wings for your first weekend getaway. This is part of the reason you learned to fly. Is the pump operational?

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Fear of Landing

AUGUST 9, 2024

These are covered in a 30-page NOTAM (link goes to 2024 version) released each year by the FAA, documenting all of the show-specific guidelines and procedures during the event. One pilot who attended remembers a specific plea to gyroplanes. Both pilots involved in the collision had attended the briefing.

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Plane and Pilot

MAY 21, 2024

As this becomes the busiest airspace during … Read More "Changes in the 2024 AirVenture Notice Worth Examining" The post Changes in the 2024 AirVenture Notice Worth Examining appeared first on Plane & Pilot Magazine.

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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. Knowing the current and predicted weather along our route of flight is part of that responsibility as a Pilot in Command. Asking ATC for any recent PIREPS. (Pay Have any questions?

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

Pilot’s aviation app directory 2025 Edition iPad Pilot News iPad Pilot News has helped pilots discoverover 100 quality aviation appssince the invention of the iPad in 2010.Here AOPA Magazine Delivers AOPA’s monthly magazines to AOPA members, including AOPA Pilot and AOPA Flight Training.

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Vintage Aviation News

MAY 28, 2024

Photo via Chad Hill] Air Show If you plan to fly in any of the daily EAA Warbirds of America Air Shows, you must submit all pilot air show documentation electronically, including your Medical Certificate, Pilot Certificate (both sides), FAST card (if flying formation) and Aircraft Insurance. Graphic TFR NOTAMs: When flying in the U.S.,

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iPad Pilot News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Check the weather on your wrist with ForeFlight’s Apple Watch app iPad Pilot News ForeFlight released an Apple Watch version of its popular app last year, designed as a companion to the iPhone version. There are no in-flight or GPS navigation features now, but it’s a must-have for pilots with an Apple Watch and ForeFlight.

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Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

A circling approach is one that, by dwindling numbers and its inherent design, forces the pilot(s) into a seldom used and high-risk evolution–often migrating us to an unexpected and seldom visited zip code of the threat/error management neighborhood. When was the last time either pilot (single pilot) performed this exact approach?

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iPad Pilot News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Why you should use ForeFlight’s Pack feature on every flight iPad Pilot News ForeFlight is known for advanced features like ADS-B traffic and weather, terrain awareness, and synthetic vision, but it’s the core features like digital charts that provide the most utility for day-to-day flying.

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NAFI

JANUARY 11, 2024

NAFI NOTAMs #50 From Aspirations to Achievements: Fueling Dreams as a Pilot Instructor~Guest Blogger Seunghee Kang, CFII/MEI Pilots, do you remember the happiness and sense of achievement that you got after getting that Private pilot license to start off your careers? That's cool, I want to be a pilot too.

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