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Hi PoA! I am a pilot and developer of several aviation apps, and am working on finishing up the latest tool for pilots to use to stay aware of TFRs in their area. Please take a look and let me know what you think! (And sign up for updates if you are interested) http://NearbyTFRs.com...

Was anyone landing or departing tonight from KPAO? If so, I was testing out a new camera and may have some nice shots of you! Let me know!

Fellow pilots, I have spent more than a year writing what I think is the best aviation weather app available, Takeoff Aviation Weather. I have just released another update (they tend to come every few weeks as I add functionality based on requests), and want to get feedback from specifically...

I'm familiar with the Oakland Charlie transition northwest from KSQL: mid span to the 29 numbers, coliseum then towards the Mormon temple. Does anyone know what to expect out of KPAO? Also how do I properly explain to flight following that I plan to fly up near Infineon Raceway and then return...

Nearly new in box Dual XGPS150. Used 3 times in flight--then replaced with Stratus 2nd gen. Paid $108, looking for $85. Saitek Yoke, 3-stick throttle, and rudder pedals. Used about 10 times with Flight Simulator X, then realized the real thing was more fun ;) Paid $160 + $110 = $270...

Hello PoA! I am working on an intelligent NOTAM decoder, and wanted to share a VERY early version to get some pilot feedback. http://takeoffaviationweather.com/full_notams?airports=KSFO+KSQL+KLAX&fdc=0 The main idea is to take NOTAMs and break them down into somewhat friendly text, and...

...but "type unknown altitude unknown". Always gets me nervous from NorCal approach. Is that a transponder-less plane? Never did see them. And of course they don't bother to tell me "no factor" until I ask again. All totally normal? It was a very calm day today for some reason too given the...

Hello PoA community! I have been working for the last several months on bringing Takeoff to the web, and I am looking for some experienced beta testers (and weekend flyers alike) to let me know what they think! Anyone interested? Thanks!

Or are we all iPad and Android based ;)

From a PA28-181: OBS: Spins during banks suction = 5.0 Any ideas? I read it that the suction gauge reads 5 in a bank, but the spins part throws me off...

After the delays, my Stratus 2 just showed up at the door. Naturally, I ignored the advice to charge it fully in order to play with it for a few minutes. Obviously, the data I am about to give means nothing as I have yet to be in the air with it. Was able to connect to 1-2 stations from my...

Got an email from Sporty's saying the Stratus 2 shipments are delayed a week. I guess there goes using it this weekend :sad:

Scheduling Archer's at my club is getting to be difficult, yet there are a large amount of available C172s, so I am going to get a 172 checkout as soon as I can. What are the major differences I should expect? Any common errors to look out for? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

First of all, I want to :thumbsup: thank the great PoA community :thumbsup: for helping us out with Takeoff Aviation Weather for iPhone, iPad and Android. Through your great feedback (http://www.pilotsofamerica.com/forum/showthread.php?t=55773), we have made what we think is the absolute best...

The question is directed at students all the way to ATP--before you push the throttle forward, what do you check (EXCLUDING the plane itself)? Put the items in order of importance. For me, mainly local flights: 1. Visibility 2. Cloud ceiling 3. Winds and crosswinds 4. Overall cloud cover 5...

http://www.wimp.com/approachlanding/ Apologies if its been posted before, but a very cool look at a multi-party view of an A380 approach, landing and taxi at KSFO!

Quick question: My logbook has columns for PIC and Solo separately. Clearly when I am alone, I am PIC and Solo. Let's say I have one non-pilot passenger. Clearly I am PIC, but am I solo? It seems obvious no, but I am not clear if that is solo occupant or solo manipulator of controls? Thanks!

Over the last few months, I have slaved over a new aviation weather app, and it focuses primarily on personal minimums. I feel the app is directly aimed at the student and PPL groups, and would love feedback from active pilots at all stages of training and certification. Requirements: -...

I just got my private license and fly around the Bay Area. Most flights are well under 200sm. Would one of the ADS-B options like the Garmin or Stratus be worthwhile? I already have the iPad mini, and absolutely love it for both ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot. During my training I used ForeFlight...

Hello all! I recently got my PPL certificate on December 8th, 2012, and have been learning a ton from PoA. Just wanted to check in and say hi! Anyone else flying out of KSQL or KPAO? Also, how long does it take in general for the hard copy of the certificate to arrive? I still only have the...