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Complete Preflight Checklists All Pilots Need

Northstar VFR

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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A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Weather Briefings

Northstar VFR

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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Does Flying During a Total Eclipse Count as Night Time?

Jetwhine

So, here’s my question: Can pilots flying in the shadow, perhaps following the track, log their time in the darkness at night flight time? For many, the Great North American Eclipse will be a lifetime experience, so pilots will be flocking to the 458 airports in the total eclipse cone of darkness.

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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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Watching the Gates

NAFI

NAFI NOTAMs #49 Watching The Gates ~Guest Blogger Aaron Dabney The following post is a combination blog and video blog post. Some people don’t need to be pilots. Some people don’t need to be pilots. You know whether or not you see “pilot in command” coming from them. Comment below, your thoughts.

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Intermountain Life Flight

Professional Pilot

Johnson splits his daily activities between flying, working on FAA-related duties, and coordinating activities with 60 pilots and maintenance personnel. In about 3 years, when the merger is complete, we’ll have close to 200 pilots.” Pilots work 12-hour shifts, starting at 7 am, on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.

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Intermountain Life Flight

Professional Pilot

Johnson splits his daily activities between flying, working on FAA-related duties, and coordinating activities with 60 pilots and maintenance personnel. In about 3 years, when the merger is complete, we’ll have close to 200 pilots.” Pilots work 12-hour shifts, starting at 7 am, on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.

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