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NWKRAFT Checklist Explained: What Every Pilot Needs to Know (aka FAR 91.103)

Northstar VFR

When we got to NOTAMs , something jumped out: a temporary closure of Runway 12/30 at our destination for maintenance. If we hadn’t checked NOTAMs thoroughly, we might’ve flown all the way there and had to turn back—or worse, tried to land on an unsuitable surface. Filter carefully—there can be a lot of irrelevant NOTAMs.

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What Is Zulu Time? The Aviation Industry’s Universal Clock

Northstar VFR

Novak, CFI As a Certificated Flight Instructor, I often see student pilots have a lightbulb moment when they finally get Zulu time. If youre early in your training, youve probably seen it on METARs, TAFs, flight plans, and maybe even your FAR/AIMand youve probably asked: Why am I using a time zone Ive never been to?

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Pilot Safety Simplified: Proficiency vs. Currency Explained

Pilot Institute

This test is your way of demonstrating your capacity to handle different flight scenarios confidently. Well, it typically goes the same way your checkride does. Weather and Flight Planning : Youll plan a short cross-country flight, and the examiner will ask you questions as you progress with the planning.

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Complete Preflight Checklists All Pilots Need

Northstar VFR

Pilots observe checklist use and learn their importance starting at the first flight lesson. Checklist use is an element that pilots are tested on during checkrides at every level of training. Following a checklist ensures that procedures for safe flight, aircraft operation, and emergencies are followed.

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10 Apps Every Student Pilot Should Be Using in 2025

Inflight Pilot Training

Lets Get You Off the Ground At Inflight Pilot Training , we embrace the latest aviation technology to enhance safety, streamline the training process, and ensure our students get the most out of every flight. Best All-In-One Pilot App 4. ForeFlight Overview : ForeFlight is the most comprehensive EFB on the market.

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Pilot’s aviation app directory – 2025 Edition

iPad Pilot News

Air Navigation Pro This flight planning and GPS navigation app is designed for VFR pilots and offers international support, including charts for the US, Europe, South America and more. Embraer Aircraft Services A complete line of apps to assist operators of Embraer aircraft with support and services, performance and flight planning.