Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Additionally, a pilot should report any of the following events:: When vacating any previously assigned altitude or flight level for a newly assigned altitude or flight level ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an altitude change will be made if operating on a clearance specifying VFR-on-top. ( AIM 5-3-3 ) When an approach has been missed. (

Instrument Flight Rules

Flight Training Central

MARCH 18, 2024

There are different requirements if the flight is operated under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) or Visual Flight Rules (VFR). For example, a pilot flying IFR in controlled airspace will have to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance. ADS-B Out is also a requirement in Class A.

AGL

Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. They try to make the underlying airspace easily navigable by visual flight rules (VFR) aircraft. Operating Requirements in Class B Airspace Operational Requirements VFR traffic needs explicit clearance to enter Bravo airspace.

Clearance

Pilot Institute

MAY 7, 2025

152 is a helpful shortcut for remembering VFR cloud clearance rules. Class E above 10,000 ft and Class G below 1,200 ft have special rules. Generally, it allows pilots to fly using visual flight rules , looking out the window to assess their own separation from other air traffic and terrain.

Weather

Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

Priority clearance may be possible to arrange, at CIQ’s discretion, to allow you to clear at a separate counter in the main clearance hall. For departure to non-EU destinations, CIQ clearance is necessary. It’s important to remember that all IFR flight plans need to be filed via Eurocontrol.

Clearance

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Class B Clearance ATC clearance is required to enter Class B airspace. When talking to ATC on flight following, they can provide the necessary clearances to enter Class B airspace. You can also access the frequencies using mobile Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) options such as Garmin Pilot or ForeFlight.

Transponder

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This could be caused by landing without clearance, straying from an assigned altitude, or any number of other errors. Before you take off, make sure to: Review your planned route and airspace to understand what clearances you need. Log a pre-flight briefing with Flight Service to show you’ve done your due diligence as pilot-in-command.

Runway

Pilot Institute

APRIL 26, 2024

Rehearse ATC Interactions Have a flight instructor or fellow student pilot act as ATC while you “chair fly.” Practice requesting and receiving clearances. Before you request your first clearance, follow these inflight tips. First, be mentally prepared for the clearance. They will make talking to ATC as smooth as possible.

Clearance

Inflight Pilot Training

APRIL 16, 2024

CANPASS is a program offered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers to expedite their clearance process when entering Canada. If you frequently travel to Canada from the United States you can also consider the CANPASS Private Aircraft program, which makes the process easier. What Is CANPASS?

Air Defense Identification Zone