Clearance Knot NOTAMs 
Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
They read the NOTAMs “before” they take off into the wild blue yonder. While the ground-bound commuters down below trudge along in heavy traffic along the highways and byways, we pilots get to play three-dimensional chess at 150 knots or so in our piston-powered magic carpets. ATC clearance readbacks are one example.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 23, 2025
For example, it shouldn’t be that difficult to maintain 100 knots and 1,200 feet msl, but it is for many. READ MORE: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh NOTAM Now Available But what to practice? Historically, some newbies apparently can’t tell the difference between 60 knots and 90 knots on their airspeed indicator, but you’re better than that. (If
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Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
In contrast to a control tower, an FSS is not responsible for giving instructions or clearances to aircraft. NOTAM Notice to Airmen A NOTAM is a notice that contains essential information to alert pilots of potential hazards at a specific location or along a flight route. NOTAMs are publicly available.
Pilot Institute
JUNE 27, 2025
Aircraft must operate under ATC clearance. Max speed: 100 mph (87 knots). Max speed: 100 mph (87 knots). Cloud clearance: 500 ft below , 1,000 ft above , 2,000 ft horizontal. Max speed: 100 mph (87 knots). ATC & Communication: No ATC clearance required for VFR. Not commonly shown on sectional charts.
Flying Magazine
JUNE 20, 2025
The aircraft was at an altitude of 8,000 ft msl and 270 knots ground speed at that time. The pilot acknowledged the clearance. ADS-B data showed the airplane subsequently turned abeam NESTY at about 3,750 ft msl and a ground speed of 200 knots. The aircraft’s ground speed was approximately 120 knots. local time.
Flight Training Central
JUNE 16, 2025
It’s important to check the NOTAMs if you’ll be flying around these areas as some of the dimensions change in size. If the restricted area is not active and has been released to the controlling agency, the ATC facility will allow the aircraft to operate in the restricted airspace without issuing specific clearance.
Photographic Logbook
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Off Sodus, I briefly leveled at 2,500 feet to remain visual until I received my instrument clearance from Rochester Approach. Fortunately, the clearance was a simple one that morning because I was absurdly tongue tied while talking to Rochester. The latter explained why the runway lights were NOTAMed out of service.)
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