Instrument Flight Rules Pilot Transponder 
Pilot Institute
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Pilots and ATCs daily use transponder codes, also known as squawk codes. Lets examine the key transponder codes, what they mean, and how useful they can be when used correctly. Lets examine the key transponder codes, what they mean, and how useful they can be when used correctly. What Are Transponder Codes?
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. Have an operating transponder with altitude reporting. Pilots flying within __ NM of the Washington D.C.
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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.
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.
Northstar VFR
AUGUST 25, 2024
The list of inspections gets longer if the aircraft is for compensation/for hire, or if flown under instrument flight rules (IFR). It’s the responsibility of the pilot-in-command (PIC) to confirm that the inspections have been performed and the aircraft airworthy before conducting a flight.
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.
Pilot Institute
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Key Takeaways VFR flight following offers real-time help and improves pilots’ situational awareness. With flight following, ATC provides traffic advisories and supplemental information. Aircraft must have a radio and transponder to receive flight following. What is Flight Following?
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