Cockpit Instrument Flight Rules Instrument Meteorological Conditions 
Professional Pilot
APRIL 3, 2025
Under visual flight rules (VFR) during daytime, a pilot can operate with only basic gauges: an airspeed indicator, altimeter, compass, fuel gauges for each tank, and oil temperature, pressure, and engine RPM readings. The 91.205 minimum equipment rule is very rudimentary, and most aircraft today exceed these requirements.
Plane and Pilot
JUNE 15, 2025
A spring switch in the cockpit controlled the turbocharger wastegate, to select whether the turbocharger was engaged or bypassed (or midrange). Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. The post Accident Briefs—June 2025 appeared first on Plane & Pilot.
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Plane and Pilot
JUNE 2, 2025
A spring switch in the cockpit controlled the turbocharger wastegate, to select whether the turbocharger was engaged or bypassed (or midrange). Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. The post Accident BriefsJune 2025 appeared first on Plane & Pilot.
Professional Pilot
JANUARY 2, 2025
By Jake Carpenter Contributing Writer F rom rudimentary analog gauges to todays sophisticated, fully integrated avionics, the evolution of cockpit technologies has revolutionized how pilots interact with their aircraft. The cockpit features 4 12-inch displays, presenting tactical information on the PFDs and strategic data on the MFDs.
Pilot's Life Blog
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
What is an instrument proficiency check? Its a required assessment for pilots who have not met IFR currency rules, ensuring they can safely operate under instrument flight rules. What is an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)? What is an instrument proficiency check (IPC)? How often do I need an IPC?
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