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Flight Instruments vs. Avionics

WayMan

Attitude Indicator (Artificial Horizon): Shows the orientation (pitch and bank) of the aircraft relative to the horizon of the Earth, essential for instrument meteorological conditions flight. But the extent of avionics is much greater than simple presentation of basic flight information.

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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

Pilot Institute

VFR Visual Flight Rules VFR is a set of regulations that allow a pilot to operate an aircraft using visual cues and without relying on instruments. VFR requires minimum weather and visibility conditions. IMC – Instrument Meteorological Conditions IMC refers to meteorological conditions that require pilots to fly under IFR.