Federal Aviation Regulations Instrument Flight Rules Pilot 
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The Pilot in Command is responsible for ensuring all equipment is functional before every flight. Knowing required equipment could prevent emergencies and ensure safer flights. Pilots use the A-TOMATO-FLAMES acronym to remember all the necessary equipment for flying under VFR rules. What Is A-TOMATO-FLAMES?
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 30, 2024
As a pilot or aircraft owner, keeping your airplane airworthy is one of the most important things you can do. But remembering every inspection and maintenance rule can be tough. That’s where the AVIATES acronym comes in handy. What Is the AVIATES Acronym? AVIATES or AV1ATES is a memory aid. Not always.
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Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
Drones have their own language, and its filled with abbreviations and acronyms that can be overwhelming for new drone pilots. But it is valuable to learn these terms for the sake of safety, compliance, and communication in the aviation world. If youre just starting off with drone flight, then this is the list for you.
Flying Magazine
JULY 31, 2025
After earning your private pilot license, the next big step in your flying journey is obtaining an instrument rating. This allows you to fly in low visibility, through clouds, and under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Additionally, it is specifically designed to apply directly to flight lessons.
Pilot Institute
JULY 9, 2025
Airworthiness is one of those parts of pilot life we tend to take for granted. But for a good pilot, following the rules isn’t enough. They try to understand why we have these rules in the first place. The rules for airworthiness are written in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Pilot Institute
MAY 25, 2024
Key Takeaways NOTAMs update pilots about changes in airspace, airports, and equipment that affect aircraft operations. Checking NOTAMs before flight is required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR 91.103). The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issues NOTAMs in the United States.
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