Approach Instrument Flight Rules Visual Flight Rules 
Universal Weather
AUGUST 1, 2025
RVR values are normally determined by the human eye or with an Instrumented Runway Visual range (IRVR) trasmissometer. RVR is important as it provides the main criteria used to determine category of visual aids operational at an airport as well as criteria/minima for instrument approaches.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Some standard codes include: 1200: VFR (Visual Flight Rules) standard squawk 7500: Hijacking alert 7600: Radio communication failure 7700: Emergency situation If ATC tells you to Squawk IDENT, you activate the IDENT button on your transponder. 1200 Visual flight rules (VFR) flight.
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Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
These services include traffic advisories and sequencing of arrivals and departures for aircraft operating under both Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Well, TRSAs exist to provide additional safety for pilots by offering optional radar services. Heres the kicker.
Inflight Pilot Training
MARCH 30, 2025
An Instrument Rating is an FAA certification that allows you to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Youll learn how to navigate, communicate with Air Traffic Control, interpret weather, and conduct instrument approaches to airports, all without relying on whats outside your window.
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Advanced Controllers One of the most frustrating aspects of flight simulation is adjusting cockpit controls. Trying to tune the approach frequency with the mouse in turbulence is frustrating. This is why many flight simmers eventually purchase radios and autopilot controllers. Check out the Top 5 Throttle Quadrants.
Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
The systematic approach is designed to help pilots approach troublesome situations in a calm and logical manner. Information transmitted via ATIS can include weather information, NOTAMs, available approaches, or active runaways. The FAA prescribes the 5P approach to SRM Plan, Plane, Pilot, Passengers, and Programming.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
You might think that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are just about how to control and use your instruments in the aircraft, but you need more than skill–you need a rock-solid plan. IFR flight planning is about preparing for every twist and turn along the route. At least 1 instrument approach procedure.
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