Northstar VFR

MAY 15, 2025

Novak, CFI As a Certificated Flight Instructor, I often see student pilots have a lightbulb moment when they finally get Zulu time. Lets dive into what Zulu time is, why we use it, and how to master it as a student pilot. The letter Z represents the zero time zone (UTC) and in the phonetic alphabet , Z is Zulu. By Jillian C.

UTC

Pilot Institute

MAY 25, 2024

NOTAMs can be confusing and complicated to read. But you could find yourself in serious trouble if you don’t check NOTAMs before you take off. Luckily, you don’t have to stay puzzled by NOTAMs. This article breaks down each type of NOTAM, how to understand them, and where to find them. In the U.S.,

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2025

These procedures will be in effect from February 6, 2025, at 0601 UTC through February 11, 2025, at 0400 UTC. Pilots should also be aware that overnight parking may be unavailable at certain airports due to capacity constraints. Pilots are encouraged to check NOTAMs frequently for updates.

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

Slots, Restrictions & Reservations Universal Aviation Paris is actively monitoring all restrictions and NOTAMs for the Summer Games and we are updating this article as information changes. Accreditation must be requested for each pilot, co-pilot and aircraft. and midnight for safety reasons.

Runway

Fear of Landing

JANUARY 3, 2025

While data was not received for the entire flight, the ADS-B data available from 05:13 UTC demonstrates variable altitude (feet AMSL) reports of 8,000 feet dozens of times and oscillating ground speed (Knots) and vertical rate (feet per minute) values. Thirty-eight people died in the crash, including both pilots and one cabin crew member.

Weather