Aviation weather video tip: When flying IFR isn’t an option

Sometimes terrain, icing, lack of instrument rating or proper equipment can make flying on an Instrument Flight Plan (IFR) not an option. But that doesn't mean you need to cancel a flight just because there's weather along the route or it's not perfect VFR.

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When can a pilot share expenses with a passenger?

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Traffic Pattern Legs

FAA updates Advisory Circular for non-towered airport operations

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The AC notes that when entering the traffic pattern at an airport without an operating control tower, inbound pilots are expected to observe other aircraft already in the pattern and to conform to the traffic pattern in use. If there are no other aircraft present, the pilot should check traffic indicators.

New online service: train with flight instructors anytime, anywhere

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Free online FIRC available through Sporty’s CFI portal

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