There comes a time in every pilot's career where they have to leave the nest and venture away from the safety of the traffic pattern. Before you can go flying on your cross-country flight, you need … [Read more...]
How to Open a VFR Flight Plan
On cross-country flights it's essential you file a VFR flight plan for search and rescue purposes. However, just because you filed the flight plan, doesn't mean it's open. This article will go into … [Read more...]
How to Pick Up VFR Flight Following
Knowing how to pick up VFR flight following is a vital pilot skill. You should always pick up flight following unless you are staying in a traffic pattern. Why should you get flight following? Flight … [Read more...]
What Are Lower Than Standard Takeoff Minimums?
We've all heard of standard takeoff minimums, but some Part 121 and 135 pilots have another option: lower than standard takeoff minimums. Before I go any further, I want to make this crystal clear: … [Read more...]
How to Pick up an IFR Clearance in the Air
Do you need to get your clearance but there is no tower or the tower is closed? Another option, besides getting your clearance on the ground, is to pick up your clearance in the air. This is a … [Read more...]