Most passengers arriving in London land at the huge Heathrow or Gatwick airports, far outside the city. For a lucky few, though, London City Airport offers convenient access to the heart of the city. Landing here includes a scenic tour of some famous sites in the British capital, plus a very steep approach to a fairly short runway—it is not your typical arrival! Ride along for a cockpit view of this procedure in this video, and see why smaller airplanes sometimes have more fun.
https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/05160434/London-City-arrival.jpg6731200John Zimmermanhttps://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/05155154/FTC-logo-horizontal-fianl.pngJohn Zimmerman2021-07-02 08:44:132021-08-19 13:59:54Video: Steep approach into London City Airport
Staying organized in the cockpit is essential for a safe and enjoyable flight. The rat’s nest of cables combined with unsecured gadgets can make your cockpit feel like you’re on the next edition of Hoarders. But before you call American Pickers or spend a fortune on even more products to get you organized, let me give you my top five hacks to keep you organized in the cockpit. And none will break your budget.
Binder Clips
At one time, I had one of these on every approach plate to keep them open or mark an airport. Gone are the paper approach plates, but the binder clips remain. These are an inexpensive and convenient way to keep cables organized. I use a couple to help keep my ANR box attached to the side pocket. They are also handy for keeping cables wrapped up while stored. Are you looking for a more permanent method to mount an ANR box? These holsters are perfect for keeping them close at hand.
Velcro® to the Rescue
An iPad-specific kneeboard can cost over $200. This trusty old classic aluminum kneeboard from Sporty’s still works great and cost less than $15. The clip can be used to keep my iPad attached to it. For added security, put a strip of Velcro on the kneeboard, then add the corresponding Velcro to the case of your iPad or iPhone. Need a spot for a stylus? More Velcro!
Cable Organizer Bag
I had a pocket in my flight bag dedicated to chargers and cables. That worked well when I had one charger and one cable. Then came a GPS receiver, an ADS-B receiver, a rechargeable flashlight, battery pack, 12/24V charger, 110V charger, mini, micro, type-c… I need an “Enter at your own risk” warning sign for anyone venturing into that dungeon of chaos. I found an inexpensive cable organizing bag online that put this mess under control. Now when I need juice for anything, I can just reach back and grab this bag. Sporty’s sells one that has room for your small gadgets too.
Ziploc® Bags
I always try to fly with a clean windshield, so I normally have a package of Dupont window wipes in my flight bag. These come in a small bag, but much like a tent, never fit back in that bag right. This leaves them loose and I’ve had to chase several across the ramp on a windy day. Grab a gallon size Ziploc bag and to store your window wipes. This bag can double as a fluid receptacle in a pinch.
Sectional Charts
I can’t recall the last time I used a paper sectional chart for navigation, but I still use them often. A folding paper sectional chart is by far the best sun blocker on the market. When you are parked on the ramp on a hot summer day and can’t leave the windows open, open up a sectional and wedge it on top of your glareshield while holding up the top with your visors. It won’t be perfect, but it’ll make the cockpit a little more comfortable when you get back to your aircraft late in the afternoon.
https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/05165927/Binder-Clip-Still-scaled-1.jpg14402560Doug Ranlyhttps://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/05155154/FTC-logo-horizontal-fianl.pngDoug Ranly2021-06-28 10:00:492021-08-19 14:21:565 hacks for cockpit organization
This change is to edit the following text and add an additional figure to clarify that charted procedures with localizer coverage outside the Standard Service Volume (SSV) have been validated and approved by flight inspection.
4−1−11. DESIGNATED UNICOM/MULTICOM FREQUENCIES
Over the Continental United States and Coastal Waters 123.4 MHz and 123.45 MHz are reserved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for stations individually licensed to commercial aircraft and accessory manufacturers to use as flight test frequencies. Aircraft may only communicate with their associated company ground stations and these frequencies may not be used for air−to−air communications of any sort.
5−1−1. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION 5−1−2. FOLLOW IFR PROCEDURES EVEN WHEN OPERATING VFR 7−1−2. FAA WEATHER SERVICES 7−1−5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING
This change inserts language in the Aeronautical Information Manual that pilots do not need to call Flight Service in order to obtain a regulatory compliant briefing and encourages pilots to self−brief before calling a flight service station.
5−4−6. APPROACH CLEARANCE 5−4−9. PROCEDURE TURN AND HOLD−IN−LIEU OF PROCEDURE TURN
The proposed change adds subparagraph 5−4−6e8 regarding arrival holding patterns and removes the current note after 5−4−9a5 which currently addresses arrival holding patterns inappropriately as hold−in−lieu of procedure turn.
5−4−23. VISUAL APPROACH
This change updates Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) guidance concerning multiple visual approaches to parallel runways at the same airport.
During your flight training you’ll practice several different types of ground reference maneuvers to help you understand the effect wind has on the airplane when flying close to the ground. Here we’ll take a look at s-turns across a road, giving you a pilot’s eye view on how to correctly fly the maneuver.
https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/05181231/S-Turn-Maneuver-Tips-YT-Thumbnail.jpg10801920Bret Koebbehttps://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/05155154/FTC-logo-horizontal-fianl.pngBret Koebbe2021-06-23 09:00:022021-08-19 14:06:29Video tip: S-turns across a road
All airshows are entertaining, but for pure spectacle it’s hard to beat a military jet show over a big city. That’s what you’ll see in this video, as you ride long in an F-16 for a low level demo over South Beach in Miami. Watch out for the high rises, and enjoy the view.
While the good ol’ Cessna 172 is still the most popular training airplane used by flight schools today, there are hundreds of other aircraft types that are also well-suited for flight training. This week’s tip takes a look at some of the variations you’ll find in these airplanes, including engine controls, switches, flight controls and flight instruments.
Video: Steep approach into London City Airport
/in Fun Flying Videos/by John ZimmermanMost passengers arriving in London land at the huge Heathrow or Gatwick airports, far outside the city. For a lucky few, though, London City Airport offers convenient access to the heart of the city. Landing here includes a scenic tour of some famous sites in the British capital, plus a very steep approach to a fairly short runway—it is not your typical arrival! Ride along for a cockpit view of this procedure in this video, and see why smaller airplanes sometimes have more fun.
Video courtesy of Sal Pilot.
5 hacks for cockpit organization
/in Pilot Gear/by Doug RanlyStaying organized in the cockpit is essential for a safe and enjoyable flight. The rat’s nest of cables combined with unsecured gadgets can make your cockpit feel like you’re on the next edition of Hoarders. But before you call American Pickers or spend a fortune on even more products to get you organized, let me give you my top five hacks to keep you organized in the cockpit. And none will break your budget.
At one time, I had one of these on every approach plate to keep them open or mark an airport. Gone are the paper approach plates, but the binder clips remain. These are an inexpensive and convenient way to keep cables organized. I use a couple to help keep my ANR box attached to the side pocket. They are also handy for keeping cables wrapped up while stored. Are you looking for a more permanent method to mount an ANR box? These holsters are perfect for keeping them close at hand.
Velcro® to the Rescue
An iPad-specific kneeboard can cost over $200. This trusty old classic aluminum kneeboard from Sporty’s still works great and cost less than $15. The clip can be used to keep my iPad attached to it. For added security, put a strip of Velcro on the kneeboard, then add the corresponding Velcro to the case of your iPad or iPhone. Need a spot for a stylus? More Velcro!
I had a pocket in my flight bag dedicated to chargers and cables. That worked well when I had one charger and one cable. Then came a GPS receiver, an ADS-B receiver, a rechargeable flashlight, battery pack, 12/24V charger, 110V charger, mini, micro, type-c… I need an “Enter at your own risk” warning sign for anyone venturing into that dungeon of chaos. I found an inexpensive cable organizing bag online that put this mess under control. Now when I need juice for anything, I can just reach back and grab this bag. Sporty’s sells one that has room for your small gadgets too.
Ziploc® Bags
I always try to fly with a clean windshield, so I normally have a package of Dupont window wipes in my flight bag. These come in a small bag, but much like a tent, never fit back in that bag right. This leaves them loose and I’ve had to chase several across the ramp on a windy day. Grab a gallon size Ziploc bag and to store your window wipes. This bag can double as a fluid receptacle in a pinch.
Sectional Charts
I can’t recall the last time I used a paper sectional chart for navigation, but I still use them often. A folding paper sectional chart is by far the best sun blocker on the market. When you are parked on the ramp on a hot summer day and can’t leave the windows open, open up a sectional and wedge it on top of your glareshield while holding up the top with your visors. It won’t be perfect, but it’ll make the cockpit a little more comfortable when you get back to your aircraft late in the afternoon.
Updated AIM effective June 17, 2021
/in Regulations/by Eric RadtkeOn its standard publication schedule, an updated AIM was recently published with changes effective June 17, 2021. Changes include the following paragraphs:
This change is to edit the following text and add an additional figure to clarify that charted procedures with localizer coverage outside the Standard Service Volume (SSV) have been validated and approved by flight inspection.
4−1−11. DESIGNATED UNICOM/MULTICOM FREQUENCIES
Over the Continental United States and Coastal Waters 123.4 MHz and 123.45 MHz are reserved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for stations individually licensed to commercial aircraft and accessory manufacturers to use as flight test frequencies. Aircraft may only communicate with their associated company ground stations and these frequencies may not be used for air−to−air communications of any sort.
5−1−1. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
5−1−2. FOLLOW IFR PROCEDURES EVEN WHEN OPERATING VFR
7−1−2. FAA WEATHER SERVICES
7−1−5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING
This change inserts language in the Aeronautical Information Manual that pilots do not need to call Flight Service in order to obtain a regulatory compliant briefing and encourages pilots to self−brief before calling a flight service station.
5−4−6. APPROACH CLEARANCE
5−4−9. PROCEDURE TURN AND HOLD−IN−LIEU OF PROCEDURE TURN
The proposed change adds subparagraph 5−4−6e8 regarding arrival holding patterns and removes the current note after 5−4−9a5 which currently addresses arrival holding patterns inappropriately as hold−in−lieu of procedure turn.
5−4−23. VISUAL APPROACH
This change updates Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) guidance concerning multiple visual approaches to parallel runways at the same airport.
For the complete explanation of changes effective June 17, 2021, click here.
For the complete AIM document, click here.
Video tip: S-turns across a road
/in Video Tips/by Bret KoebbeDuring your flight training you’ll practice several different types of ground reference maneuvers to help you understand the effect wind has on the airplane when flying close to the ground. Here we’ll take a look at s-turns across a road, giving you a pilot’s eye view on how to correctly fly the maneuver.
The video clip below is from Sporty’s complete Learn to Fly Course
Video: F-16 airshow over Miami
/in Uncategorized/by studentpltnewsAll airshows are entertaining, but for pure spectacle it’s hard to beat a military jet show over a big city. That’s what you’ll see in this video, as you ride long in an F-16 for a low level demo over South Beach in Miami. Watch out for the high rises, and enjoy the view.
Video courtesy of John “Rain” Waters.
Video tip: explore the differences in airplane cockpits
/in /by David ZittWhile the good ol’ Cessna 172 is still the most popular training airplane used by flight schools today, there are hundreds of other aircraft types that are also well-suited for flight training. This week’s tip takes a look at some of the variations you’ll find in these airplanes, including engine controls, switches, flight controls and flight instruments.
https://youtu.be/kwM2t0_nfgM
The video clip below is from Sporty’s complete Learn to Fly Course