Learn to Fly

MARCH 12, 2024

These “aviation routine weather reports” provide pilots with an accurate depiction of current weather conditions at an airport. Different sources will tell you this comes from METeorological Aerodrome Report, Meteorological Terminal Aviation Routine Weather Report, Meteorological Terminal Air Report, or Meteorological Airfield Report.

Weather 40

Weather Knot UTC Ceiling 40

Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The flight departed normally from Leipzig Halle Airport at 02:08 UTC (03:08 local), operating as flight QY5690/BCS18D. At 03:28 UTC, ninety minutes into the flight and on final approach to Vilnius, the aircraft crashed near Liepkalnis Hill. Vilnius International Airport serves the capital of Lithuania, located just 5.9

Runway 89

Runway Approach UTC Knot 89

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

In 2019, Seletar implemented Noise Abatement procedures between 1400 to 2300 UTC. Both Seletar and Changi are 24-hour airports of entry with full aircraft services and support available. Seletar is primarily a GA airfield and is a level 2 schedule facilitated airport. Slots At this moment, no airport slots are needed for Seletar.

UTC 52

UTC Runway Clearance General Aviation 52

AeroSavvy

JANUARY 16, 2024

The lights change color to indicate weather conditions based on METAR reports via internet. Either way, METAR is a format for reporting weather observations. ASOS (Automated Surface Observing System) or older AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System) stations automatically collect the data used in METARs. Take your pick.

Weather 52

Weather Ceiling Knot Visual Flight Rules 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2025

These procedures will be in effect from February 6, 2025, at 0601 UTC through February 11, 2025, at 0400 UTC. With the high volume of business aviation traffic expected leading up to and following the event, the FAA has announced special air traffic procedures to ensure safety and minimize delays.

NOTAMs 52

NOTAMs UTC Flight Plan Clearance 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

The start and end dates and times are coded in YYMMDDttt format (UTC time). B) 2106231700 is the start time and date in UTC. C) 2106232300 is the end time and date in UTC. Flight Service Station (FSS) Dispatcher Finally, you can call your FSS dispatcher for a weather briefing and relevant NOTAMs.

NOTAMs 52

NOTAMs UTC Runway Federal Aviation Regulations 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

All slot times are confirmed in Zulu/UTC time. Operators are encouraged to request slots as soon as flight details are known; sufficient lead time is key to getting approval. Slots are valid -0/+30 mins. ZBAA Parking In terms of general aviation parking, only five self-taxi parking bays are available.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Wide-Body Aircraft UTC Cargo 52

Universal Weather

JULY 18, 2023

LIMJ is a 24/7 airport of entry (AOE) with Customs available from 0200-2230 UTC. Here’s what you need to know: Genoa Boat Show Airport Options Genoa ( LIMJ ) is the primary airport for Genoa. No GAT is available at LIMJ.

UTC 52

UTC Clearance 52

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

All slot times are confirmed in ZULU/UTC. Peak hour restrictions can challenge crew duty day limitations, particularly for charter (non-scheduled commercial). Slots are valid -0/+30 minutes. Slots will be confirmed with landing permit approval automatically. No PPR is required.

Clearance 52

Clearance Fixed Base Operator UTC General Aviation 52

Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

During this period, no slots will be available at CDG, ORY, or BVA from 15:30 UTC and 22:00 UTC French CAA will have to close Parisian airspace between 7 p.m. and midnight for safety reasons. A temporary restricted area with a radius of 150 km and with no limit of altitude will be put in place around Paris.

Runway 52

Runway Fixed Base Operator UTC Clearance 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

All slot times are confirmed in ZULU/UTC. Peak hour restrictions can challenge crew duty day limitations, particularly for charter (non-scheduled commercial). Slots are valid -0/+30 minutes. Slots will be confirmed with landing permit approval automatically. No PPR is required.

Clearance 52

Clearance Fixed Base Operator UTC Tail 52

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Azerbaijan Airlines E190 crashes after weather diversion This incident happened today (Wednesday, December 25, 2024), and involves Azerbaijan Airlines flight J28243, scheduled to operate from Baku, Azerbaijan (GYD), to Grozny, Russia (GRV). J28243 took off from Baku at 03:55 UTC time and was flying to Grozny.

Jet 126

Jet Descent Airlines Airline 126

One Mile at a Time

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The weather conditions werent good, with heavy snow and limited visibility. Based on the last data transmitted, the plane had lost some altitude and speed, before disappearing from radar. At the time, the pilot had informed air traffic control that the plane would begin a holding pattern, while waiting for runway clearance in Nome.

UTC 102

UTC Clearance Air Traffic Control Weather 102

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

ATC often adjusts routes due to traffic, volcanic ash, or severe weather. Operational Tips Plan for Weather: Strong crosswinds, density altitude, and sea breeze effects may impact operations, especially at MMSD and coastal airports. It offers full-service FBOs and handling services but experiences congestion during peak periods.

Clearance 52

Clearance UTC Flight Plan Density Altitude 52

Universal Weather

MARCH 13, 2025

Slots are available 24/7, but there are night-hour limitations (1400-2259 UTC / 2200-0659 local) due to noise considerations. However, non-frequent or new operators should submit applications at least two weeks prior to allow for processing time. VHHH Parking and Slots VHHH requires airport slots for all arrivals and departures.

Clearance 96

Clearance UTC Flight Plan 96

Universal Weather

JANUARY 24, 2025

NOTAM Updates for Zurich Airport (LSZH) for WEF 2025 : Parking Restrictions : From January 19 (0500 UTC) to January 25 (1330 UTC) , prior parking permission (PPR) is required for non-scheduled and non-commercial flights with ground time exceeding 2 hours. Winter road conditions may significantly increase travel times.

UTC 52

UTC NOTAMs Weather 52

Universal Weather

JULY 5, 2023

These airspace closures are usually between 1500-2200 UTC Monday-Friday but can vary depending upon military needs. Other route and flight level changes may be requested verbally by ATC. Be aware that certain airspace in Mexico is reserved for military purposes.

Flight Plan 52

Flight Plan Clearance UTC Pilot in Command 52

Universal Weather

JUNE 8, 2023

Operational Restrictions at LFPB During Air Show During the Air Show period, there will be airport and runway closures from time to time, for demo flight purposes. During these periods no aircraft, other than those participating in the flying display, will be permitted to operate.

Fixed Base Operator 52

Fixed Base Operator UTC Runway Pilot 52

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

All confirmed slot times are given in Zulu/UTC time. All times for these bookings are given in Zulu/UTC time. All confirmed slot times are given in Zulu/UTC time. Slot tolerance is +-15 minutes. You can book slots no more than 15 days in advance, but you should do it at least six hours before you plan to arrive or leave.

UTC 52

UTC General Aviation Jet Approach 52

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 1, 2025

Part of these standards is understanding how weather conditions can affect the flight performance of their drones. To this end, drone pilots are expected to understand weather forecasts in the form of METAR and TAF reports. Key Takeaways METAR and TAF provide vital weather info for pilots. METAR vs TAF: Whats the Difference?

Turbulence 98

Turbulence AGL Weather UTC 98

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Azerbaijan Airlines E190 crashes after weather diversion This incident happened on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and involves Azerbaijan Airlines flight J28243, scheduled to fly from Baku, Azerbaijan (GYD), to Grozny, Russia (GRV). J28243 took off from Baku at 03:55 UTC time and was flying to Grozny.

Jet 61

Jet Airline Airlines Descent 61

Fear of Landing

JANUARY 3, 2025

The crew repeatedly asked for weather at Mineralnye Vody. Please, request weather Mineralnye Vody. Give us vectoring to Mineralnye Vody, and please give us weather Mineralnye Vody. However, the METAR weather reports from Grozny tell a different story. Flight 8243 : Yes sir, give me the weather forecast for Makhachkala.

Weather 103

Weather Airline Airlines Approach 103

Fear of Landing

JANUARY 31, 2025

The weather at the time was with a westerly wind with ten miles visibility. The collision took place at 20:48 local time (01:48 UTC) and has been reported at less than 200 feet altitude. The US Army helicopter, registered as 00-26860, departed from Davison Army Airfield on a training mission. There were no survivors.

Air Traffic Control 101

Air Traffic Control Approach UTC Final Approach 101