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Going Below Minimums

AV Web

Operations below minimums on an instrument approach can be quite simple if the ceilings and visibilities are significantly above minimums. But when the chips are down along with the ceilings and visibilities, things arent quite so simple. Another way to tell the distance is by using the approach lights.

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What Is Special VFR (SVFR) and How Can You Use It?

Pilot Institute

Special VFR is a clearance issued by Air Traffic Control (ATC) that allows pilots to operate in weather conditions below the standard VFR minimums. Lets take a look at special VFR clearances in detail so that you can make an informed decision about using them in the future. Student pilots cannot request Special VFR clearances.

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How to Choose the Best Alternate Airport for Your IFR Flight: A Pilot’s Guide

Flight Training Central

IFR Alternate Airport Planning While every IFR flight requires you to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance, not every flight is flown in IFR conditions. While every IFR flight requires you to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance, not every flight is flown in IFR conditions.

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Trial by Ice

Air Facts

The ice finally disappeared altogether as we descended into clear skies and above freezing air on our approach to Kirksville. The hourly sequence report showed Springfield had a ceiling of 100 feet obscured, a visibility of 3/8 mile and fog with a surface temperature of 30 degrees F. Phil was a cool head under pressure.

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Who is the pilot in command of your aircraft?

Air Facts

Consider the following accident report, a representative one picked mostly at random, which recounts how the pilot of an A36 Bonanza got behind the airplane, lost situational awareness, and ultimately crashed on an RNAV approach. These categories apply whether youre flying a Cub on a summer evening or a business jet on an RNAV approach.

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NTSB Releases Preliminary Report on San Diego Crash

Flying Magazine

According to the report and previously acquired ADS-B data, the pilot was attempting an instrument approach in thick fog and flew below the published glideslope. The pilot was in contact with the Southern California Terminal Radar Approach Control (SOCAL TRACON) controller while at 17,000 ft mean sea level (msl).

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IFR Flight Planning: Best Tips for Pilots

Pilot Institute

The ceiling must be at least 2,000 feet above the airport elevation. Your alternate airport must have a working instrument approach procedure available. At least 1 instrument approach procedure. A minimum ceiling of 600 (precision approach) or 800 feet (for a non-precision approach). Holding procedures.