Pilot Institute

MAY 7, 2025

Luckily, there are weather minimums for pilots to ensure you always have good visibility. Key Takeaways Weather minimums vary by airspace class, altitude, and time of day. 152 is a helpful shortcut for remembering VFR cloud clearance rules. 152 is a helpful shortcut for remembering VFR cloud clearance rules.

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Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Key Takeaways Class E airspace is the most common controlled airspace in the United States. No ATC clearance is required for VFR flights below 10,000 feet. Use the Cessna 3-152 mnemonic to remember weather minimums for VFR. This airspace provides ATC services to all IFR aircraft and VFR traffic upon request.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

From entry and weather requirements to interacting with ATC, we have you covered. Key Takeaways Class B airspace surrounds the nation’s busiest airports. Class B airspace features multiple tiers with shelves progressively spreading outwards up to 30 nm. What is Class B Airspace? Airport, CA.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Before entering Class C airspace, pilots must receive clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC). ATC offers IFR and VFR aircraft separation services in Class C. Only enter Class C after receiving authorization from ATC. Before flying into Class C airspace, a pilot must obtain a clearance from ATC.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Unexpected issues like engine trouble or bad weather make routine flights a handful. Benefits include enhanced safety, terrain alerts, weather advisories, and emergency assistance. Weather Advisories ATC has access to weather information and radar, providing advisory services to inform you of any significant weather.

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Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Follow procedures when requesting an SVFR clearance or departing a non-towered airport. Check the airports windsock or automated weather observation system (AWOS). SVFR is only available in controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, or E surface areas) where ATC services are available. This shouldnt be the sole factor, though.

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Pilot Institute

MARCH 25, 2025

Understanding Airspace and Weather Conditions Before launching a drone mapping mission, check compliance with airspace regulations by using apps like Aloft – Air Control for no-fly zones and airspace classifications. Conduct mapping missions in favorable weather conditions to get the best data possible.

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