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A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Weather Briefings

Northstar VFR

Knowing the current and predicted weather along our route of flight is part of that responsibility as a Pilot in Command. When making your go/ no-go decision, it is important to observe current weather and trending weather along the entire route of flight. Asking ATC for any recent PIREPS. (Pay

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Complete Preflight Checklists All Pilots Need

Northstar VFR

It’s vital that we take an honest look at our capacity for pilot-in-command responsibilities before each flight. Some of these questions that we ask ourselves as pilots are subjective, and it’s best to look at your overall picture of health to mitigate the risk. Is the weather within your personal minimums?

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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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Intermountain Life Flight

Professional Pilot

When hiring pilots, requirements include a minimum of 3000 hours TT and experience in the medical field, although most applicants who join the aviation unit have closer to 5000 hours. Once hired, the company has a pilot development program in which second-in-command (SIC) pilots train to meet pilot-in-command (PIC) standards.

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Intermountain Life Flight

Professional Pilot

When hiring pilots, requirements include a minimum of 3000 hours TT and experience in the medical field, although most applicants who join the aviation unit have closer to 5000 hours. Once hired, the company has a pilot development program in which second-in-command (SIC) pilots train to meet pilot-in-command (PIC) standards.

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Budget Buys and Early Bye-Bye’s

Air Facts

Following a check of the weather, NOTAMS and TFR’s, you are confronted with some decisions to make. The weather is VMC but it’s hot, and the density altitude is really creeping up there. It’s your Pilot in Command responsibility under 91.103.