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Accident Briefs—June 2025

Plane and Pilot

The controller issued a discrete transponder code, and no additional communications were observed, and no services were provided. Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. The pilot contacted air traffic control and requested flight following.

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Accident Briefs—June 2025

Plane and Pilot

The controller issued a discrete transponder code, and no additional communications were observed, and no services were provided. Based on the meteorological information, clouds were likely present from 4,000 feet msl through 14,000 feet msl. The pilot contacted air traffic control and requested flight following.

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IFR Flight Planning: Best Tips for Pilots

Pilot Institute

IFR Currency Requirements As a pilot, you must remain proficient in flying under Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). The FAA requires specific currency requirements to maintain your instrument flying privileges. Within the Past 6 Months, You Must Log: 6 instrument approaches. True airspeed.