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Weather Minimums for Pilots (Rain, Snow, Clouds)

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Key Takeaways Weather minimums vary by airspace class, altitude, and time of day. Class E above 10,000 ft and Class G below 1,200 ft have special rules. A Koji triangle, divided into the different airspace classes and minima, can be learned in minutes. Particularly crosswinds.

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Common Mistakes Pilots Make at Non-Towered Airports

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This standard procedure spells out how youll approach, enter, and exit the airspace around the airport. Crosswind leg: You turn 90 degrees to the upwind leg, flying perpendicular to the runway. SVFR is only available in controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, or E surface areas) where ATC services are available. Stay alert.