I ran into a Navy pilot the other day who had never flown an RNAV approach! I was a little shocked as I thought most experienced pilots had flown Area Navigation approaches (RNAV) … [Read more...]
The Differences Between Jeppesen and FAA Charts: Part 3
So you need to switch to Jeppesen plates? There are a variety of reasons why you would need to switch. Whatever the reason, switching to different plates is a pain at first. Don't worry, though, the … [Read more...]
What are Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs)?
What are TFRs? Good question, but it's not the question you should ask. The best question is: how do I stay away from TFRs and still get to where I need to go in a timely manner? TFRs are a danger … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Military Operations Areas
Military Operations Areas are one of the six special use airspaces. The special use airspaces are listed below: Prohibited areas (regulatory) Restricted areas (regulatory) Warning areas … [Read more...]
What are VFR Fuel Requirements?
So, how much fuel do you need exactly? Let's start with the bare minimum regulations followed by what you should actually do. VFR Fuel requirements (airplanes and helicopters): Day: You … [Read more...]