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18 cze 2024 · This week’s tip takes a look at how to use the 2D and 3D planning tools in ForeFlight to evaluate both controlled and special-use airspace that might get in the way and how to choose the optimum route and altitude based on these variables.
17 paź 2018 · With our vast database of aircraft registrations, up-to-date fleet listings are now at your fingertips. From your PC, or from your phone while at the airport, you can now find out exactly what that aircraft is, and with one touch mark it off as seen.
19 cze 2024 · (ix) cross-country flying using visual reference, dead reckoning and electronic navigation aids; (x) emergency operations, including simulated gyroplane equipment malfunctions; (xi) operations to, from and transiting controlled aerodromes, compliance with air traffic services procedures, communication procedures and phraseology.
19 cze 2024 · In XP12’s default Cessna172, I am flying to Southend (UK) via a number of VOR stations using the radios and dials rather than the satnav systems. I manage to navigate there successfully and am fairly confident that I am at least starting to get the hang of VOR basics.
19 cze 2024 · Break the Flight into Bites. Where do you start? There is no single correct answer, but some pilots start with a large-scale planning chart. Others might find a mapping program, such as Google maps, more helpful. If you’re an AOPA member, you can use its flight planning tools online at: www.aopa.org/Flight-Planning.aspx. The point is to start ...
5 cze 2024 · But the same reasons these trips are so much fun - new places to see, a goal at the end of the flight - can lead to challenges if you aren’t prepared. Here are six rules to keep in mind when you’re flying VFR cross countries.
20 cze 2024 · Determine the magnetic heading for a flight from Majors Airport (area 1) to Winnsboro Airport (area 2). The wind is from 340 degrees at 12 knots, the true airspeed is 136 knots, and the magnetic variation is 6 degrees 30'E. 091 degrees. (Refer to Figure 21.)
