Flying Magazine

APRIL 29, 2025

Intro Flight Season approaches. READ MORE: Identify Triggers Before You Leave the Ground The contact number is necessary in the event of a weather cancellation. Some people get mighty cross when they get to the airport and learn the flight has been canceled due to weather. Watch the weather. Heres what to expect.

Weather

Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2025

Quick estimates improve decision-making Helps with landing technique, wake turbulence, and IFR corrections. Such as Navigation An old, bold pilot once told us that a weather forecast is simply a horoscope with numbers. Even with the best weather data in the world, things can change quickly. And do you know what? How sticky?

Crosswind

Professional Pilot

MAY 7, 2025

Climate Scientist Downburst windshear can cause aircraft to deviate from the approach path. In many cases, the contact region will be one of turbulent vortices, or eddies the strength of which are the product of the difference in the wind speeds and directions. By Karsten Shein Comm-Inst. miles (2 km).

Crosswind

Flying Magazine

JULY 22, 2025

We consider that reassuring when the weather becomes turbulent. Courtesy: Epic Aircraft] Avionics The big change in the AX is the avionics suite, starting with the Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck with synthetic vision, vital traffic, engine monitoring, 3D Safe Taxi and Taxiway Routing, Smart Glide, and weather.

Rudder

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 23, 2025

The Bonanza lay crumpled up in an empty lot just 2,400 feet from the approach end of the runway. NTSB weather data analysis determined the wind at 7,500 feet (about 700 feet above the runway) was from 210 degrees at 17 knots—a healthy tailwind for base leg. An immediate strong correction to the left might have salvaged the approach.

True Airspeed

AV Web

JANUARY 1, 2025

Modern FMS platforms equipped with AI can analyze vast amounts of data, including weather conditions, air traffic, and aircraft performance metrics, to optimize flight paths in real-time. For example, AI can dynamically adjust flight plans to avoid turbulence or adjust fuel consumption, thereby enhancing comfort and operational efficiency.

Air Traffic Control

Plane and Pilot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

We often hear that the key to a great landing is an equally great approach. And lets face it, the key to that flawless approach is often a well-planned descent. The en route instrument approaches, traffic patterns, and terrain are all new. When should we review the approach (IFR) or airport diagram (VFR)?

Descent

Pilot Institute

MARCH 6, 2025

Rather, it is affected by many factors, such as weather conditions and the presence of obstacles. Examples of information that can be communicated by an FSS include weather advisories, traffic advisories, navigational aids, or information from military bases or homeland security. VFR requires minimum weather and visibility conditions.

Pilot

Air Facts

APRIL 14, 2025

Rather, the system, in the largest sense, includes VAOAI advocates and promoters, regulators, pilots, aircraft, regulations, training, airports, air traffic, airspace, weather, publications, public opinion, and more. An historical antecedent is the concept of the unstable approach. Evaluating VAOAI is not that simple.

Final Approach

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2024

At Leopard Aviation, we know the importance of balancing both approaches. Software Systems : Simulators are powered by sophisticated software that governs the aircraft’s behavior, weather patterns, and other conditions like turbulence, helping pilots practice different flight scenarios.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

Pilots must master advanced avionics, navigate challenging weather conditions, and ensure passenger safety at all times. From managing autopilot systems to understanding weather radar, mastering these skills is crucial for ensuring passenger safety and efficient flight operations. Our approach doesnt stop at teaching technical skills.

Weather

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

When learning how to land a Piper Seminole, it is crucial to understand the role of each engine in the approach and landing phases. Pilots must be proficient in managing engine power, especially during the approach, where power settings and speed management are critical to a smooth and safe landing.

Descent

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

They provide instant feedback and let you repeat challenging maneuvers without fuel costs or weather delays. Though more common in commercial pilot training, they’re becoming accessible in elite flight schools and part of Leopard Aviation’s approach for serious learner. Simulators let you do all that in a controlled environment.

Pilot

Flying Magazine

APRIL 30, 2025

If cold weather operations will be a norm for you, ask other aircraft owners at your same airport what they recommend. For unimproved (dirt or grass) ramps, the Claw tie-down system offers a three-prong approach. This configuration is usually stronger than the single tent stake style tie-down.

Airplanes

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

Aircraft are equipped with advanced systems like collision avoidance, weather radar, and automated landing systems. This proactive approach ensures that every aircraft operates at peak performance. Weather, construction, and poor infrastructure can all create hazardous driving environments.

Turbulence

One Mile at a Time

JULY 7, 2025

The weather in Minneapolis was really bad, to the point that there was a tornado watch, and flights had to be stopped multiple times. Due to the weather, the inbound aircraft was delayed by around 30 minutes, so that also delayed our departure, since there’s not much ground time for this turn.

Weather

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The usual welcome announcement and a weather report of some expected turbulence along the way and meal service to be served after taking off was made by the inflight supervisor. There were a bit of turbulence during the flight and at one time, the turbulence was a bit intense. Other than that, the service was nothing.

Airline

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Visual improvements with lighting and weather. Trying to tune the approach frequency with the mouse in turbulence is frustrating. We can’t cover them all here, but here are a few recent improvements we’ve noticed with MSFS: Improved flight models and ground physics. More realistic instrumentation (e.g.,

Rudder

Fear of Landing

MARCH 7, 2025

Everything was normal until they were approaching New Orleans at FL350 (35,000 feet). Their radar weather map showed heavy rain storms, and the crew selected a route round the worst areas, marked in red on the map. But the map showed only the nearest weather, and they encountered heavy rain, hail and turbulence.

Flight Deck

Air Facts

JUNE 4, 2025

Inside the FBO, I grabbed a cup of coffee and checked the weather briefing one last time. The Challenge: Trusting the Instruments Cessna 123AB, were showing a band of weather moving into your area, came the call from Manila Control. As I re-entered the clouds, turbulence increased. Charlie was in good shape, as always.

Altimeter

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JUNE 17, 2025

I was fortunate to be able to enjoy such good weather on that day. Our aircraft pushed back on time and the Captain made the usual welcome speech and also told us to expect some turbulence along the way. Off we go, taking off in this beautiful weather. We had some turbulence along the way but nothing bad.

Airline

Pilot Institute

JULY 11, 2025

Together, let’s untangle the mystery of occluded fronts with a clear and steady approach. Key Takeaways Occluded fronts merge warm and cold front hazards, causing complex, severe weather. Pilots should anticipate heavy rain, storms, icing, and turbulence with occluded fronts. What Is a Weather Front? So, what is a front?

Pilot

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

JUNE 3, 2025

The flying condition towards Barcelona was nice and there was hardly any turbulence on this flight. Anyway, for the rest of the flight, the approach and landing was a smooth affair. Look at how lovely the weather was that morning. The rain got a bit heavy at one point but it was hardly turbulent. Touched down!

Runway

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

It was nice to hear the Captain making announcement before departure and he warned us of some expected turbulence during our descent towards HND. I continued to observe the cabin and I find the crew's interaction with the passengers to be quite pleasant and when there was turbulence, announcments were made to remind us.

Airline

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MAY 17, 2025

The rest of the flight was uneventful and even though the weather at Milan was dominated with grey clouds threatening to rain at any moment that time, the ride was smooth and landed very early. We flew through some clouds but there was no turbulence. The weather in Milan was gloomy. On approach to runway 35.

Runway

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

MARCH 23, 2025

At this point, it was on final approach into New Chitose Airport. Anyway, the Captain updated us on our flight and that includes a warning of turbulence around a particular timing and so far they have been quite accurate. Window View We were on final approach into HND airport. This is the domestic side of the departure hall.

Turbulence

Flying Magazine

JULY 8, 2025

Sure, if all the pieces line up, such as an available instructor, a healthy airplane, the weather, your health, your aptitude, finding a place to take the knowledge test, your finances, and an available DPE when you are ready for your check ride. Could it happen?

Wind Shear

Pilot Institute

MAY 8, 2025

You’re on your final approach and suddenly realize your landing gear isnt down. Later, as you approach your destination, you’ll need to extend the gear again for landing. If the weather becomes risky, if youre having trouble with your fuel supply, or for any other reason, you might decide to land to avoid an emergency.

Air Traffic Control

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Even when we reached our initial cruising altitude of 35,000 feet, we had to deviate our path a bit to avoid weather, as there were thick clouds at our altitude. Japan Airlines A350 arrival in New York Before I knew it, we were already preparing for our approach to New York.

Airline

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

As you return to the traffic pattern, focus on short and soft field approaches and landings. Familiarize yourself with your aircraft, review your intended route, and assess the latest weather conditions. Weather Weather is no small factor in flying, and it has caused many accidents.

Pilot

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

The initial rotation that initiates a spin may result from other factors, such as incorrect control inputs or turbulence. The ability to identify an approaching stall and spin, and being able to recover effectively, is crucial. This yaw (spinning rotation) results from one wing producing more lift than the other. Don’t enter one!

Center of Gravity

Air Facts

JULY 9, 2025

I once went on a flight without checking the weather. On more than one occasion, I landed from a non–“stable approach,” being both below and above target approach speeds. Do I have to be within ±1 knot and ±10 feet on every approach? I fly pitch, power, and airspeed on instrument approaches. That’s not the point.

Pilot

Charles Ryan's Flying Adventure

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Once on board, we settled down quickly and the announcement was made about my flight including expected turbulence during the take-off and a reminder not to film the crew and passengers without permission. After taking off, we experienced some turbulence during our climb and the ride was better once we were out of Taiwan.

Turbulence

Flying Magazine

JUNE 24, 2025

Yes, controllers have many other ancillary roles that include helping circumnavigate adverse weather, but it’s not their priority to provide a pilot with weather guidance. Nevertheless, controllers do make an attempt to assist pilots around weather when workload permits. This engenders delays in the NAS.

Air Traffic Control

Pilot Institute

JULY 4, 2025

Squall lines are powerful weather phenomena that can impact vast areas. Squall lines can bring strong turbulence, heavy rain, hail, lightning, and tornadoes. Weather radars and reports can help you plan ahead to avoid squall lines. They deliver severe weather along their path. What Is a Squall Line?

Weather

Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 9, 2025

The weather warms up, the skies clear, the lakes sparkle—and for aspiring pilots, it becomes the best time of year to take to the skies. Imagine flying three to five times a week throughout the summer—you could be soloing by mid-season and approaching your checkride by fall. Minnesota comes alive in the summer.

Weather

Photographic Logbook

JUNE 1, 2025

Weather Uncertainty and Multiple Choice Routing Date Aircraft Route of Flight Time (hrs) Total (hrs) 01 Jun 2025 N21481 SDC (Sodus, NY) - LHV (Lock Haven, PA) - SDC 2.9 Weather Uncertainty and Multiple Choice Routing Date Aircraft Route of Flight Time (hrs) Total (hrs) 01 Jun 2025 N21481 SDC (Sodus, NY) - LHV (Lock Haven, PA) - SDC 2.9

Airplanes