For new instrument pilots, the runway visual range (RVR) systems are a little intimidating and confusing. Why use RVR instead of just using the visibility report? What is the difference between … [Read more...]
How to Pick up an IFR Clearance in the Air
Do you need to get your clearance but there is no tower or the tower is closed? Another option, besides getting your clearance on the ground, is to pick up your clearance in the air. This is a … [Read more...]
How to Pick up an IFR Clearance at an Uncontrolled Airport
Getting an IFR clearance at an uncontrolled airport can be difficult and requires a little more planning and effort than at towered airports. Unfortunately, there is no way around it because every … [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...]
A Practical Guide To Circling Approaches
Pilots fly circling approaches when it's not possible to do a straight-in approach to the runway after an instrument approach. Circling approaches are necessary for a variety of reasons. The most … [Read more...]