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The Visual Descent Point (VDP)
Knowing the ins and outs of Visual Descent Points is essential for the IFR student
Apr 1, 20238 min read
How an Instrument Landing System Works
An Instrument Landing System (ILS) is a basic precision approach that all instrument pilots will need to master for their IFR checkride.
Mar 31, 20237 min read
How a Constant Speed Propeller Works
It's all About Propeller Angles What angle does your propeller blade make with the air as it chops through it? Let’s say we’re flying a...
Mar 27, 20237 min read
The Wrong Way to Get Seaplane Training
Hi, I am Adrian, you may know me from TikTok or Twitch as Cheesepilot/Cheezepilot. I am an airline pilot with thousands of hours in over...
Mar 19, 20233 min read
What is the Minimum Crossing Altitude (MCA)?
On IFR Enroute charts, a flag with an X on it denotes a minimum crossing altitude, or MCA. Here's how the FAA determines what those are.
Feb 17, 20234 min read
Nationwide Domestic Ground Stop Lifted after Issues with FAA NOTAM System
FAA NOTAM system fails and grounds thousands of domestic departures in US
Jan 11, 20232 min read
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