Pilot's Life Blog
JUNE 17, 2025
Facilities & Environment at Falcon Field Falcon Field offers: Two paved runways (4,500 feet and 3,700 feet) with well-lit approach lighting Air traffic control tower operates daily with VFR and IFR capabilities. Simulated instrument scenarios: partial panel, unusual attitudes, instrument approaches (ILS, GPS, VOR).
AeroSavvy
AUGUST 20, 2021
Piper PA-32 Cherokee Six Navigation equipment includes a Garmin GNS-530W GPS navigator and two VOR receivers for secondary navigation. The fixed-base operator (Regional Jet Center) filled up our fuel tanks and provided complimentary hot dogs and ice cream for brunch. After 50 minutes, we were taxiing to the runway.
Aviators of Tomorrow
JUNE 13, 2023
Identify suitable airports or FBOs (Fixed-Base Operators) for refueling along the way, ensuring you have ample fuel reserves. This way, you have options for landing if needed, ensuring the safety of both yourself and your aircraft. It is highly recommended to have GPS navigation capabilities for cross-country flights.
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