What is a Special VFR clearance? Special VFR clearances allow VFR pilots to land at surface E, class D, and some C and B airports when the field is IFR, but only if: the pilot can stay clear of … [Read more...]
What is the Difference between VFR-on-Top and VFR-Over-The-Top?
Why do two totally different concepts have virtually the same name? I have no idea. But, I'll explain both, and give you examples of how to use them. Let's start with the easy one: What is … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Prohibited Areas
Prohibited Areas are one of the six special use airspaces. They, like Restricted Areas, are regulatory in nature which means you can get in serious trouble if you fly through them. Prohibited … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Alert Areas
Alert areas are one of the six special use airspaces. The special use airspaces are listed below: Prohibited areas (regulatory) Restricted areas (regulatory) Warning areas Military … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Controlled Firing Areas
Controlled Firing 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...]