Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Pilots use the A-TOMATO-FLAMES acronym to remember all the necessary equipment for flying under VFR rules. Each letter stands for an important item to make sure your aircraft follows the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) 91.205. 91.205(c) – VFR Night : Adds the FLAPS items needed for VFR night flights.

Visual Flight Rules

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

As a pilot or aircraft owner, keeping your airplane airworthy is one of the most important things you can do. But remembering every inspection and maintenance rule can be tough. That’s where the AVIATES acronym comes in handy. What Is the AVIATES Acronym? AVIATES or AV1ATES is a memory aid.

Annual Inspection

Flying Magazine

JULY 31, 2025

After earning your private pilot license, the next big step in your flying journey is obtaining an instrument rating. This allows you to fly in low visibility, through clouds, and under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Additionally, it is specifically designed to apply directly to flight lessons.

Checkride

Pilot Institute

JULY 9, 2025

The United States federal government publishes a Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). This code describes 50 titles for areas subject to regulation. Title 14 contains the rules covering aeronautics and space, which we call the Federal Aviation Regulations, or FARs. Under 14 CFR 3.5(a)

Operating Limitations

Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

Checking NOTAMs before flight is required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR 91.103). The Purpose of NOTAMs A Notice to Air Mission (NOTAM) is a bulletin issued by a country’s aviation authority. These include changes made to instrument approaches, STARs, SIDs, and IFR airways.

NOTAMs