Air Facts

MAY 7, 2025

The equipment was often not much modernized from the military days so the pilots likely hoped for good weather as they filed their flight plans. The longest runways had front course and back course ILS (Instrument Landing Systems) and an on-field VOR that provided navigation and approach capabilities for aircraft on instrument flights.

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Weight-Shift-Control VOR Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Air Facts

MAY 5, 2025

The Cessna 150 Since I was the only instrument rated pilot on the team, and the weather was marginal VFR, I chose to fly the 172, N7358G, up to Fairfield on an IFR flight plan above the clouds at 7,000 feet. My IFR flight plan called for a climb through some 4,000′ of clouds up to a cruise altitude of 7,000 feet.

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VOR Weather Approach Runway 52

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With the right equipment, you can make good decisions during flight planning and be ready for the approaches available at your destination. Benefits and Limitations in Flight Planning and Approach Phases The advantages of GPS approaches go beyond just basic guidance. VNAV Benefits Stabilized approaches.

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Approach Descent Weather VOR 52

Pilot's Life Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Navigation and Flight Planning : This is all about understanding how to get from point A to point B safely. Youll learn to read airspace charts, understand GPS systems, and interpret flight plans. Youll also learn how to file flight plans, ensuring you stay on track and within legal airspace.

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Weather Flight Plan 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 26, 2025

First of all, the sudden and quick movements can affect crew performance and the stability of your aircraft. Handling CAT in Flight While CAT may seem intimidating and perhaps even impossible to avoid, ensuring your survival is entirely within your power. Preparation and Flight Planning Everything starts with good preparation.

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Turbulence Wind Shear Weather Jet 52