Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

As you return to the traffic pattern, focus on short and soft field approaches and landings. The longer its been since your last cross-country, the more planning youll need. Keep a record of your crosswind landings, takeoff distances, and approach speeds under actual conditions. How can you set yourself up for success?

Pilot

Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

The FAA encourages use of the 5-P’s checklist to constantly evaluate and mitigate the hazards you might encounter during the flight: PLAN Cross-country flight planning, route, fuel, and weather. Do they have a back-up plan in place if the flight cannot proceed?

Pilot

Universal Weather

APRIL 17, 2024

Note that LFMD restricts operations to an MTOW of 35,000 kg (77,175 pounds), up from the previous limitation of 22,000 kg (48,510 pounds) in 2015. Due to local noise restrictions, LFMD mandates that the crew obtain a special approach briefing, which can be found on the airport site. Special procedures for LFMD during the events.

Clearance

Plane and Pilot

JULY 2, 2024

Can you fly a zero-thrust, single-engine approach to minimums today? Establish your limitations based on needing half again or double those handbook numbers—plan to aim low and finish high. This Plane Has Always Before… Every aircraft, even my 1946 Aeronca Champion, comes with a set of operating limitations.

Density Altitude