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Here is a script from a recent flight departing from Lee within the Washington DC SFRA, intending to depart the SFRA: Me: "Potomac [Approach], Bugsmasher 1234 off of Lee." (technically I left off "approach") Potomac: "N1234, radar contact, proceed on course outside Bravo, Baltimore altimeter...

A year or two ago I was discussing straight-in approaches with an instructor. I pointed out that a 3 degree glideslope does not allow for us to glide in if we lose the engine. He generally agreed but also pointed out that prior to short final you can maintain a higher speed which allows you to...

I've done some searching around but haven't stumbled upon the answer to this question. First, a review of my understanding of some of the basics of flying for hire (assume I'm a commercial pilot): You can hire me to fly you in your airplane to a destination of your choosing. You will cover...

A few months ago KRJD established the following permanent NOTAM to keep aircraft north of the field: 08/499 - RWY 30 RIGHT TFC PATTERN. 26 AUG 20:45 2020 UNTIL PERM. CREATED: 26 AUG 20:47 2020 In addition, KRJD has the following NOTAM indicating parachute jumps within 3nm of the field: 07/407...

I've found conflicting information online, but I find even CFIs are sometimes confused about this issue. I'm specifically discussing qualifying for the ASEL commercial checkride, but the principles likely apply to Instruments when Part 141 and other 141 courses. The flight training...

Certain weather-related information can be challenging to obtain for general aviation pilots. Cloud tops, icing conditions, and turbulence are generally reported verbally by pilots. I know ATC has rules and policies regarding soliciting PIREPS when weather information is needed, but good...

If you have a CX-2 flight computer (or equivalent), you likely plug in the true course, true air speed, wind direction, and wind speed, without giving it much thought. The computer spits out the required true heading in order for the plane to follow the proper true course, and also tells you...

When I passed my PPL checkride in March, the DPE told me I should go get a couple of $200 hamburgers. I've encountered a few delays. Most flying days lately I've been doing instruments training, so no hamburgers. Occasionally I'm available to fly just for fun, but when I've planned for a $200...

I'll put the prompt first, THEN my discussion so as to not bias the reader: "If during an ILS approach in IFR conditions, the approach lights or any portion of the runway environment are not visible upon arrival at the DH, the pilot is..." In this situation, what is the pilot required to do...