Flying Magazine
MAY 26, 2025
Even if you have a datalink weather capability in the cockpit, dont give up on your air traffic controllers. A Weather Systems Processor (WSP) has been added to many of the ASR-9s to measure Doppler wind velocity and thereby support detection of low-level wind shear events. Not too shabby.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
FAA Federal Aviation Administration The FAA is the US federal government agency in charge of aviation standards, air traffic control, airspace safety, and the certification of personnel and aircraft. Then that is BVLOS, even if the drone is just 100 feet away. The list of accepted MOCs is available at the FAA website.
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Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
A strong downward rush of air sent it plunging uncontrollably. The pilots fought to recover, but the wind shear was too strong. Key Takeaways Microbursts can cause severe wind shear and downdrafts. It is the most severe type of wind shear. Pilots now receive mandatory wind shear training.
Flying Magazine
JULY 31, 2025
The online ground school must cover the following aeronautical knowledge areas relevant to the instrument rating: Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) that apply to flight operations under IFR Appropriate information that applies to flight operations under IFR in the Aeronautical Information Manual Air traffic control (ATC) system and procedures for (..)
Pilot's Life Blog
JANUARY 5, 2025
Review current weather conditions, including wind speed, direction, and visibility, as these can significantly impact the approach. Wind shear, turbulence, or gusty winds can create challenges during the landing phase, so knowing how to adjust for these factors is critical.
Pilot Institute
MAY 26, 2025
Wind Shear Wind shear happens when the wind suddenly changes speed or direction over a short distance, which creates turbulence. This is why wind shear is described as either vertical or horizontal, depending on the direction of the change. What happens when you fly through wind shear?
Flying Magazine
JUNE 24, 2025
Subscribe Now At the macro level, you’ll find air traffic controllers located at the 21 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs) and at various approach control facilities that serve one or more airports throughout the United States and its territories. This engenders delays in the NAS.
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