Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Or, sadly, too many pilots’ final decision: “The weather is really marginal, but with a little luck, I should be able to make it.” And unlike the weary highway travelers, we get to creatively work through challenging weather conditions, changing fuel states, and the occasional on-the-fly diversion decision.

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Aerotime

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

These figures are vital for the crew to be able to calculate the actual take-off speed of the airplane in the prevailing weather conditions (as we’ll see later). The take-off process With everything all set, and the plane lined up on the centerline of the runway, the pilots now request clearance for take-off.

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Navigate also means managing weather, because thats often the biggest challenge on an IFR flight. Understanding weather theory and mastering technology like datalink radar is important, but so is the ability to maintain a big picture view of your flight: how does the weather affect your desired route and ATCs priorities?

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AV Web

MAY 6, 2025

Of course, AWOS is one-minute weather and when conditions are changing, the ATIS can be updated, but its unlikely to be updated often enough to match a fast-moving system. The FAA doesnt guarantee terrain clearance at minimums all the way to the next state. Its the only way to land when the weather is low.

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Approach Runway Threshold True Airspeed 93

iPad Pilot News

MAY 23, 2025

This AC also points out that cell phones and LTE-enabled iPads, while prohibited from use in flight by FCC regulations, are allowed to be used in aircraft while on the ground (ie, for picking up a clearance or filing a flight plan). By self-briefing, pilots can often improve their knowledge of weather and aeronautical information.”

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Flying Magazine

MAY 13, 2025

The weather was gray and low that morning several years agoexactly what I wanted. I wrote out my expected clearance for the outbound leg, briefed every approach, and walked through all the what-ifs I could imagine. I picked up my clearance, flew the plane, shot the approach, and feltbrieflylike I might just be the worlds newest ace.

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Clearance Cockpit Approach Pilot 62

Pilot Institute

MAY 7, 2025

Luckily, there are weather minimums for pilots to ensure you always have good visibility. Key Takeaways Weather minimums vary by airspace class, altitude, and time of day. 152 is a helpful shortcut for remembering VFR cloud clearance rules. Key Takeaways Weather minimums vary by airspace class, altitude, and time of day.

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Flight Training Central

MARCH 10, 2025

Each class of airspace is depicted with unique markings on the sectional chart and different VFR weather minimums and equipment requirements. To operate in Class D airspace, you must: Be in contact with ATC and have a clearance to enter. Take our latest quiz and test your knowledge of the U.S. airspace system.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

For a flight under IFR or a flight not in the vicinity of an airport, weather reports and forecasts, fuel requirements, alternatives available if the planned flight cannot be completed , and any known traffic delays of which the pilot in command has been advised by ATC.

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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.

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Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

For an instrument pilot, though, there is one key difference between a smaller, non-towered airport and a larger one with an air traffic control tower: obtaining an IFR clearance. Call for your IFR clearance, including route, altitude, and transponder code. Here are three ways to get a clearance at a non-towered airport.

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Think Aviation

JANUARY 14, 2024

What is a Special VFR clearance? Special VFR clearances allow VFR pilots to land at surface E, class D, and some C and B airports when the field is IFR, but only if: the pilot can stay clear of clouds the visibility is at least 1 statute mile (SM) from sunrise to sunset So, that’s […]

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Clearance Pilot Weather 52

Flying Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

Over the last 25 years, I have been asked to speak on various aviation weather topics at dozens of aviation events and gatherings. During these events, it’s quite common for a pilot to walk up and ask me about how I handled my most challenging flight as it relates to weather. My presentation later that afternoon went extremely well.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This was in the early days of having weather radar displays available on portables, and I was glad I had it. He agreed and revised my IFR clearance. After a short pause, another pilot asked the controller, Uhh, are you showing weather at Youngstown? I told him what I was seeing and asked for a dogleg to the south to another VOR.

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Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This was another satisfying trip, full of ADM, IMSAFE, and trade-offs—and weather. The weather was… interesting. Fussing with the avionics to keep tabs on the weather gave many more knob touches than the airplane itself. The FAA weather said a thunderstorm was forecast, gusts to 6 knots. Lesson learned.

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Fear of Landing

APRIL 18, 2025

After the flight crew went off duty, the handling agent became concerned about the Edinburgh weather, which was forecast for high winds. The weather had deteriorated and the aircraft needed to be de-iced, which caused a slight delay. The marshaller signalled back clearance to start. The cockpit voice recorder began recording.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

This means you need to contact the tower on the appropriate frequency and receive clearance to enter. Read Back Clearances : When you receive instructions or clearances from the tower, read them back to confirm you’ve understood them correctly. Unless you hear this clearance and confirm it with a read back, do not land.

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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!

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iPad Pilot News

APRIL 3, 2025

Theres a lot of information here, but its well organized: youll see your list of flights on the left, a row of buttons along the top to access the Navlog and Weather Briefings, and the main data entry screen just below that. The Flights screen can be used for much more than just filing a flight plan.

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Fear of Landing

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Clear weather, everything as usual, and the airfield quiet – just ourselves following a BA 747 to the runway. The controller anticipated a late landing clearance due to this aircraft in front. One associates this civil transport term with bad weather, and I had to think about what he meant, at first.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 20, 2024

The plane took off roughly on schedule, at 4:15PM, and most of the flight was routine, though it took a bit longer than usual due to weather enroute, as the plane made several detours. On top of that, weather conditions in Tampa weren’t great that day, with rain and strong gusts, so it was a tricky approach.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 10, 2025

Departing passengers follow the reverse process, ensuring a smooth and efficient clearance. Weather Conditions Jerez de la Frontera experiences a Mediterranean climate with oceanic influences. Security Considerations LEJR has its own security team, and additional private security measures are not typically necessary.

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Air Facts

MAY 5, 2025

Take into consideration that weather reporting, and the dissemination of these reports to pilots, was not as accurate then as it is now. In just six months I would reflect on my training and agonize over how inadequately I had been prepared for the real world of instrument flying, which is weather.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 8, 2025

Pre-clearance guide Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is a popular business aviation destination in Europe. During inclement weather or peak commercial airline movement periods (typically 0600-0730 and 2100-2230 local), slot availability may be limited at EIDW. Onboard CIQ clearance must be approved in advance.

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Air Facts

JUNE 4, 2025

Inside the FBO, I grabbed a cup of coffee and checked the weather briefing one last time. With takeoff clearance from the tower, I pushed the throttle forward. The Challenge: Trusting the Instruments Cessna 123AB, were showing a band of weather moving into your area, came the call from Manila Control. Trust the tools.

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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.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

If you focus too much on the inside, you might overlook cues like approaching traffic, changing weather conditions, or landmarks. Flying through bad weather. Review weather, NOTAMs, and airspace details. If weather or scheduling prevents you from flying, use these alternatives: Practice chair flying. Poor flight planning.

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AV Web

AUGUST 7, 2024

He was subsequently cleared to land on the yellow dot on runway 36L and acknowledged the clearance. Investigators found weather conditions at the time of the crash to be VMC with a visibility of 10 miles. The pilot confirmed he had them “in sight” and initiated a left turn. The wreckage has been recovered for further investigation.

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Clearance Runway Weather Pilot 98

Universal Weather

MARCH 10, 2025

Customs and immigration clearance cannot be completed at the aircraft. Customs & Security Customs clearance at Seville Airport is conducted within the commercial terminal. Weather Considerations Seville has a Mediterranean climate with oceanic influences, characterized by mild winters and extremely hot summers.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

I cursed my decision to depart in developing low weather, but the only choice now was to press on through the crud, dodging cellular towers lining the highway. A call to home base for a land-supported retrieval provided ample opportunity for explanation in response to my peers’ interrogation: “What were you thinking, flying in this weather?”

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Universal Weather

APRIL 3, 2025

Customs & Immigration: CIQ clearance is available at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) from 0800-2100 local time. Outside these hours, clearance is provided at the main terminal. LFMN often denies requests until close to the date of operation, making repositioning a viable alternative.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 14, 2025

Weather Considerations The Cayman Islands have a tropical maritime climate with two primary seasons: Dry Season (NovemberApril): Favorable for operations with minimal rainfall. Entry Procedures: Passengers, crew, and baggage must disembark at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) for clearance. Slot Tolerance: 20 minutes.

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Clearance General Aviation Flight Plan Weather 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 6, 2024

Maybe it’s the Georgia flying weather, or maybe it’s the ever-increasing emphasis on “old” pilot instead of “bold” pilot, but it seems that flight planning these days is a lot more about if and when than about route and altitude. With my risk profile, IFR really means ignoring crappy VFR and VFR cloud clearance requirements.

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Flight Training Central

OCTOBER 14, 2024

For a flight under IFR or a flight not in the vicinity of an airport, weather reports and forecasts, fuel requirements, alternatives available if the planned flight cannot be completed , and any known traffic delays of which the pilot in command has been advised by ATC.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 10, 2025

Customs & Security Customs and immigration clearance is conducted within the FBO terminal and is typically completed in under 15 minutes. Weather Considerations The Downtown District of the City Mlaga’s Mediterranean climate ensures mild winters and warm summers, making it a favorable destination year-round.

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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.

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Flight Training Central

MAY 28, 2024

Safe obstruction clearance in the approach area. Who has final authority to accept or decline any land and hold short (LAHSO) clearance? Share your results : Facebook Facebook Twitter Google+ Want to learn more about aviation weather theory? right-quartering headwind. right-quartering tailwind. at a higher airspeed.

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