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. V – VOR Check If you’re flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), your VOR navigation equipment must be tested every 30 days.

Annual Inspection

Pilot Institute

JUNE 19, 2025

As a pilot, understanding every airport marking that you may encounter is vital to the safe operation of your aircraft. Centerlines, aiming points, and touchdown zones help pilots land accurately. They include runways, taxiways, ramps, terminals, and other key features so pilots can safely navigate on the ground.

Runway

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Key Takeaways TRSA airspace enhances safety with optional radar services for VFR pilots. Participation in TRSA services is voluntary for VFR flights. Well, TRSAs exist to provide additional safety for pilots by offering optional radar services. It surrounds busy Class D airports and provides traffic advisories and sequencing.

Visual Flight Rules

Pilot Institute

APRIL 22, 2025

Pilots can have multiple licenses. Each license gives a pilot different privileges. Pilots usually start by getting their Private Pilot license and then work towards a commercial pilot license if they are interested in being a pilot as a career. But its a necessary step to obtain higher pilot certification.

Pilot

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Area Navigation (RNAV) is a way for pilots to know where they’re going without needing help from the ground. Before RNAV, pilots had to rely on radios (NAVAIDs) and antennas on the ground such as VORs (Very High-Frequency Omnidirectional Range) and NDBs (Non-Directional Beacons). What Are RNAV Approaches? How Does RNAV Work?

Approach

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

But you’ll want to add a flight controller to utilize your simulators potential. A joystick is the most straightforward flight controller. Many sim pilots also purchase dedicated peripherals to control the rudder and engines. Never before have sim pilots seen the world portrayed with such stunning accuracy.

Rudder

Universal Weather

AUGUST 1, 2025

Know how SIGWX information is gathered Forecasters use model data and pilot reports, as well as satellite imagery, to produce SIGWX charts. 12-24 hour PROGS are produced by the NWS for aviation use and include low-level hazards such as marginal visual flight rules (MVFR)/instrument flight rules (IFR), turbulence, and freezing levels.

Weather

Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

Earning your Private Pilot License (PPL) is one of the most exciting milestones in your aviation journey. If youre serious about becoming a more capable, confident, and well-rounded pilotwhether for personal travel, business use, or a professional flying careerthen your next move should be clear: Its time to earn your Instrument Rating.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

Thinking about becoming a pilot and wondering how much it costs? The cost of pilot training in the USA can vary significantly, depending on where you train, how quickly you learn, and the type of aircraft you fly. Private Pilot License (PPL) Overview A Private Pilot License (PPL) is the first milestone on your flying journey.

Pilot

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 24, 2025

Special VFR is a clearance issued by Air Traffic Control (ATC) that allows pilots to operate in weather conditions below the standard VFR minimums. Key Takeaways Special VFR allows flights in controlled airspace with 1 SM visibility and clear of clouds. Student pilots cannot request Special VFR clearances. What Is Special VFR?

Clearance

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Pilots and ATCs daily use transponder codes, also known as squawk codes. If youre in Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, continue your flight visually and land as soon as practical at an appropriate airport. If flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), you must follow standard lost-communication procedures.

Transponder

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 27, 2025

Gyroscopic instruments rely on rigidity in space and include the AI, HI, and Turn Coordinator. Pitot-static instruments measure airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed. Mastering the six-pack is essential for safe and effective piloting. What Are the Six Instruments? The turn coordinator has four white demarcations.

Pitot Tube

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

You might think that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are just about how to control and use your instruments in the aircraft, but you need more than skill–you need a rock-solid plan. IFR flight planning is about preparing for every twist and turn along the route. At least 1 instrument approach procedure.

Flight Plan

Pilots Who Ask Why

JANUARY 12, 2025

Part of the issue is that the majority of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) infrastructure across the globe is designed with fixed wing aircraft in mind. first appeared on Pilots Who Ask Why.

Instrument Flight Rules

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.

Checkride

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 15, 2025

Piper PA-28-180 Riverside, California/Injuries: 1 Minor NTSB Report: WPR23LA156 The pilot completed the airplane’s engine run-up and carburetor heat function checks with no anomalies noted. The pilot initiated a forced landing straight ahead in a field. The owner reported that he discussed the turbocharger operation with the pilot.

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. In short, theres always something a pilot hates about a particular off-the-shelf avionic product.

Cockpit

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.

Operating Limitations

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) can, at times, feel like deciphering a complicated puzzle, especially when you’re staring at an approach chart filled with intricate details. Theyre officially called Instrument Approach Procedure (or IAP) charts, but pilots often casually call them approach plates.

Approach

Flight Training Central

MARCH 10, 2025

To warn pilots of a high volume of pilot training or other unusual aerial activity. To segregate military training activities from aircraft operating under instrument flight rules. A temporary flight restriction (TFR) may be issued for: Areas around major sporting events below 3,000 AGL and within 3 nautical miles.

Visual Flight Rules

Flight Training Central

JUNE 16, 2025

It’s important for pilots to understand the operating requirements and restrictions regarding Special Use airspace (SUA). Pilots can request the status of SUA by contacting the using or controlling agency. IFR flights will tpyically be routed around active Restricted Areas.

Clearance

WayMan

MAY 2, 2024

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) is a pivotal part of the curriculum at Wayman Aviation Academy, located in Miami. IFR training prepares pilots to fly in a range of atmospheric conditions, particularly when visual references are not sufficient. The post What is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules)?

Instrument Flight Rules

AOPA

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

A primary responsibility of all pilots—whether flying under visual flight rules or instrument flight rules—is to see and avoid other aircraft.

Visual Flight Rules

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

To meet the minimum instrument experience requirements, within the last 6 calendar months you need to have flown six hours in the same category aircraft, and at least 3 of the 6 hours in actual IFR conditions. six instrument approaches, holding procedures, and intercepting and tracking courses in the appropriate category of aircraft.

Instrument Flight Rules

Northstar VFR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI A kneeboard is an essential tool for pilots of all experience levels. You will find student pilots, instructors, recreational pilots, and airline pilots use a kneeboard. Clipped to the kneeboard is essential information and resources available to the pilot at their fingertips.

Pilot

Aviation News

MARCH 3, 2025

The H125s single pilot instrument flight rules (IFR) capability has been certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for first deliveries.

Instrument Flight Rules

WayMan

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

SIDs are published flight routes designed to safely transition aircraft from the airport to the enroute phase of their journey. Understanding these procedures is essential for pilots flying under IFR ( Instrument Flight Rules ) to maintain organized, safe, and efficient air traffic.

Pilot

CFI Academy

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore common weather-related challenges encountered by single-engine pilots and provide valuable insights on making safe decisions and navigating through adverse situations. Learn how to interpret weather forecasts, identify potential hazards, and assess the overall atmospheric conditions affecting your flight.

Weather

Flight Training Central

APRIL 12, 2024

If operating under visual flight rules (VFR), yes, a pilot may fly through a military operations area (MOA) without receiving a clearance or communicating with ATC; however, it’s important to understand the risks and activities present within an active MOA. How can a pilot get more information on MOAs?

Visual Flight Rules

WayMan

AUGUST 22, 2024

Becoming a pilot requires mastering a range of skills, and obtaining an instrument rating is a crucial step in your aviation journey. At Wayman College of Aeronautics, we offer an Instrument Rating course designed to help you achieve this milestone proficiently and effectively. Why Pursue an Accelerated Instrument Rating?

Instrument Flight Rules

Northstar VFR

MAY 2, 2024

By Lisa Thornton, CFII & Airline First Officer As pilots we are required to adhere to rules and regulations outlined by the FAA. One responsibility we take on before any flight, under visual or instrument flight rules, is ensuring we have gathered all information pertinent to the safety of that specific flight.

Weather

Flight Training Central

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Sporty’s is much more than a pilot shop. Today, our successful flight school has hundreds of students and is solely responsible for University of Cincinnati’s Professional Pilot Program. 3 Books The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) publishes several textbooks that are often considered as required reading for student pilots.

Pilot

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 6, 2025

IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) certification is crucial for aircraft that need to fly in low visibility or adverse weather conditions. It allows pilots to navigate using instruments instead of relying on visual cues, ensuring safer flights in challenging environments. What is IFR Certification?

Instrument Flight Rules

Pilot's Life Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Obtaining a pilot license is a crucial step for anyone aspiring to take to the skies. A pilot license opens up a world of opportunities, from flying for leisure to pursuing a career in commercial aviation. As a licensed pilot, you gain valuable skills and the freedom to explore new horizons.

Pilot

Airspeed Junkie

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Pilot Certificates and Ratings Looking to understand pilot certificates and ratings? This guide covers the types of FAA pilot certifications, what they allow you to do, and the steps to achieve them. The certifications include the Student Pilot Certificate and the Sport Pilot Certificate.

Pilot

Flight Training Central

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Tuesday, February 11 – 3pm eastern Home Simulation for IFR Training – Tuesday, February 11, 3pm Today’s flight simulators offer more versatility and feasibility to instrument flight rules training than ever expected.

Instrument Flight Rules

Plane and Pilot

JUNE 2, 2025

Piper PA-28-180 Riverside, California/Injuries: 1 Minor NTSB Report: WPR23LA156 The pilot completed the airplanes engine run-up and carburetor heat function checks with no anomalies noted. The pilot initiated a forced landing straight head in a field. The owner reported that he discussed the turbocharger operation with the pilot.

Instrument Meteorological Conditions