Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Common Mistakes to Avoid: Filing without checking Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs). Pay attention to aircraft clearances, altitude assignments, and position reports, even when they’re not directed to you. Online platforms such as SkyVector or 1800wxbrief. Use your mobile device with apps like ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot.

Flight Plan

Flying Magazine

JUNE 23, 2025

READ MORE: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh NOTAM Now Available But what to practice? If you’re looking for an IFR clearance but don’t have an STMP reservation, you’ll need to motor down the road a bit before anyone will give you one. It goes without saying that the airplane should be in good shape but so should the pilot. Slow flight, for one.

Runway

Pilot Institute

JUNE 27, 2025

Aircraft must operate under ATC clearance. Cloud clearance: 500 ft below , 1,000 ft above , 2,000 ft horizontal. ATC & Communication: No ATC clearance required for VFR. It is not depicted on sectional charts and does not require any entry clearance or radio communication with air traffic control.

AGL

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.

Clearance

Flying Magazine

JUNE 20, 2025

The pilot acknowledged the clearance. The NTSB report notes that at the time of the accident, there was a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) in effect informing pilots that the Runway Alignment Indicator (RAI) lights were out of service. The airplane crossed PALOS, located 2.9 nm from the runway 28R displaced threshold, at 03:46 a.m.

Knot

Universal Weather

JUNE 8, 2025

NOTAM Watch : Universal Aviation Italy is monitoring rumors of a potential NOTAM at LIML restricting GA arrivals during peak periods of the Grand Prix weekend. We will update this article if/when a NOTAM is issued. Onboard clearance is reserved for diplomatic and medical flights only. Need support?

NOTAMs

Flying Magazine

MAY 29, 2025

The departures could impact airworthiness directives , pilot and air traffic controller medical clearances, runway safety initiatives, and licensing for SpaceX and other launch providers. The presentation reportedly warns that FAA expertise will be eroded by the loss of leaders, experts, and mission support employees. Like this story?

Air Traffic Control

Flying Magazine

JULY 22, 2025

Check current airspace restrictions through the FAA’s B4UFly mobile app or online NOTAMs. Best Practices for Drone Pilots in Emergencies Always Check Airspace Status Use the FAA’s B4UFly app or online NOTAMs to review restrictions before each flight. Don’t assume yesterday’s clearance applies today.

NOTAMs

Air Facts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We’ve included questions that cover everything from clearances to complex arrival procedures, each crafted to test your technical know-how and situational awareness. climb to, but not descend from 4,000 feet, without further ATC clearance. climb to, but not descend from 4,000 feet, without further ATC clearance. Let’s go!

Clearance

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 13, 2024

These commonly missed questions often relate to IFR regulations, ATC clearances, meteorology, and complex instrument procedures. An ATC clearance to "CRUISE FOUR THOUSAND FEET" would indicate that the pilot is authorized to: vacate 4,000 feet without notifying ATC. Let’s get to the quiz! How should you proceed?

Clearance

Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

NOTAMs

Flying Magazine

MAY 30, 2025

Every phase of flight has a checklist, clearance, frequency change, routing amendment, weather check, or procedure review. A typical IFR flight might begin with a clearance to copy prior to takeoff. That clearance might include a complicated route, an altitude restriction, and a departure procedure you will need to brief.

Pilot

Professional Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

It’s happened to us that we get a clearance, load the passengers, and start up. It would be nice if we could get a notice of the route change when we get the clearance on the ground. I still don’t understand how we receive multiple expect departure clearance times (EDCTs) while airlines remain on schedule. hour gate hold.

Clearance

Universal Weather

APRIL 17, 2024

CIQ clearance Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance is possible at LFMN within 24 hours. Once the aircraft arrives at LFMN, or when crew/passengers are ready at the airport for departure, CIQ authorities will confirm the clearance location. Please see the following supplemental AIP for the busy May 14-27th period.

Clearance

iPad Pilot News

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Procedure Tab Hot Spots Construction Notices Arrival Alerts LTA Documents Pilot Handbooks Airport 3D Review Comments Procedure Tab The Airports tab in ForeFlight is packed with information about runways, weather, NOTAMs and detailed information about services available. These are all important, but don’t overlook the Procedure section.

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Diplomatic Clearance and Special Permissions Flights carrying state officials, including Heads of State, require diplomatic clearance. Clearance Application Deadline : Submit clearance requests to Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs by November 1, 2024 , noting “COP-29 HEAD” for expedited processing.

Clearance

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2025

Pilots are encouraged to check NOTAMs frequently for updates. TFR information will be published via FDC NOTAMs 3-5 days prior to the event and can be found at [link]. Ensure compliance with all procedures, coordinate with FBOs, and monitor NOTAMs frequently to avoid delays or disruptions.

NOTAMs

Air Facts

MAY 10, 2024

Any NOTAMS applicable? If you depart MDA on the downwind or base leg, you’re on your own as far as obstacle clearance. Be fully configured and on speed prior to receiving landing clearance. How truly important is this current approach to mission success? Any aircraft inoperative items to consider? No later than).

Approach

Jetwhine

APRIL 1, 2024

The FAA Domestic Notice says pilots flying IFR should be prepared for holds, reroutes and EDCTs (Expect Departure Clearence Times) and “VFR departures may also expect delays for airborne pickup of IFR clearance within 50 NM either side of the path of the eclipse.”

Pilot in Command

Universal Weather

AUGUST 1, 2023

NOTE: Universal Aviation Italy is reporting that there are rumors that there could be a NOTAM issued for LIMO preventing landings of GA flights in a specific time window. We are closely monitoring this and will update this article when/if a NOTAM is issued. The period of the race is one of the busiest times of year for LIML.

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

Note that LGPZ and LGSA are military airport s that are accepting also commercial and GA traffic and require, as published by NOTAM, a lead time of four working days to process the landing permit application required for private a/c and a 48 hours prior notice for PPR – parking – application for all ops including commercial ad hoc flights.

Clearance

CockPit Conversation

JULY 27, 2017

There are no controllers, but there is highly trained person in the tower, dispensing altimeter settings, and traffic information, and generally doing everything a tower controller does except issue clearances and instructions. They didn't want to listen through that tedious NOTAM that every Canadian airport with a STAR has up right now.

Altimeter

Universal Weather

JUNE 26, 2024

NOTE: Universal Aviation Italy is reporting that there are rumors that there could be a NOTAM issued for LIMO preventing landings of GA flights in a specific time window. We are closely monitoring this and will update this article when/if a NOTAM is issued. The period of the race is one of the busiest times of year for LIML.

NOTAMs

Pilot Institute

MAY 1, 2024

Cross-check the chart notes with the destination NOTAMs. ATIS broadcasts usually include active runways, available approaches, important NOTAMs, and the weather. Use the weather (along with the NOTAMs) to ensure your chosen approach is still the best choice. Does the approach match the clearance? Is the ILS operational?

Approach

Universal Weather

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

At this point, no NOTAM restrictions have been issued for the weekend of the Formula One Grand Prix, but this may still become a factor to consider closer to the event. It’s recommendable to double-check if the slot requirement is extended after day 29 of October when Notam becomes ineffective for slots.

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

APRIL 25, 2023

Airport authorities are restricting GA parking, by NOTAM, to just one night for aircraft with wingspans of more than 24 meters. CIQ clearance Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) is cleared within general aviation terminals (GAT) at LSGG, LSZH, LFSB and LFLL, and it’s usually a quick process.

Clearance

Photographic Logbook

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Softened by excessive rain, the runway was NOTAMed closed. Beating the Odds I called for and received taxi clearance to the museum and started rolling. Dan received the same clearance. Dan received his taxi clearance, then offered that the whole process works better when the chocks are removed before engine start.

Torque

Gary's Flight Journal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

I called the clearance delivery number on the OXB NOTAM but they gave me another number to call. I could not get my Bluetooth headset to connect so the I tucked the iPhone up under my ear seal and picked up my clearance and release. I decided to depart VFR and pick up my clearance in the air if I needed it.

Clearance

Pilot Institute

MARCH 26, 2025

For example, if we were to takeoff on an airfield at sea level at 0C (32F), it would take 1520ft to reach our obstacle clearance height of 50ft. Whereas for the same airfield on a different day, if it were 30C (86F), that same obstacle clearance height would take 1880ft. That’s an extra 360ft!

Density Altitude

iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

The app includes 65 airports and hundreds of potential scenarios, so you can practice getting an IFR clearance at a Class D airport, talking to tower at a Class C airport, or making position reports at a non-towered airport. PlaneEnglish This training app offers a variety of scenarios to learn and perfect your aviation communication skills.

Weather

Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

Check Feasibility-IQ for any NOTAMs and potential closures. During busy periods MROC will issue NOTAMs barring overnight parking for GA. Be aware that there are few options available for helicopter transfers within the country, due to lack of helicopters in the country. The airport is open 24/7.

General Aviation

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This information is typically available via NOTAM. ” CIQ CIQ clearance normally takes place within the main terminal unless a fixed-base operator (FBO) with CIQ facilities is available. Clearance times are normally under 15-20 minutes unless the terminal is very congested. CIQ pre-clearance is available at St.

Fixed Base Operator

Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2024

Tech Stops For tech stops, a general aviation report is submitted to Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) authorities, who will process the information and determine if a clearance is required. Depending on the airport, there may be different clearance procedures and processes to consider.

Flight Plan

Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

Slots, Restrictions & Reservations Universal Aviation Paris is actively monitoring all restrictions and NOTAMs for the Summer Games and we are updating this article as information changes. Customs clearance can be done in the Fixed-Base Operator (FBO). Capacity for 175,000 gallons of Jet-A fuel. 24-hour service.

Runway

Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Included are customs clearance, immigration services, and health quarantine procedures. The lounge not only provides essential amenities, like computers, printers, and weather and NOTAM information services, but is also comfortable and functional. We also have excellent facilities for crew members, adds Lau.

Jet

iPad Pilot News

MAY 29, 2024

There is a lot of data to be processed in the instrument flying realm including weather, NOTAMs, approach plates, departures and arrivals, and more. While you’re here, you can practice finding efficient ways to type in ATC re-routes, or figuring out the best way to enter a full route clearance.

Rudder

Air Facts

AUGUST 5, 2024

Following a check of the weather, NOTAMS and TFR’s, you are confronted with some decisions to make. ” Not only that, you just never know what kind of surprise ATC will spring on you when you’re picking up your IFR Clearance, so preparation is everything!

Density Altitude