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1. Peace of Mind Weather happens, no matter where you fly. You will come across situations when clouds roll in, the visibility starts to drop, and you wished you had your instrument rating....
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Posted on 14th May 2013 in Flight Safety with Comments Off on Local Control Tower Closures, A Safety Hazard? by Jamie
As a Flight Instructor in San Diego, the recent controversy regarding the FAA’s decision to close 149 airport towers across the country is concerning. The level of safety at these airports has been in...
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“TS IMPLY SEV OR GTR TURB SEV ICE LLWS AND IFR CONDS” What is TS? Thunderstorms! And when I see TS on my DUATS report, that’s an easy decision to not fly. CSC DUATS...
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Why make a position report on the common traffic advisory frequency? While flying in a busy area you should always monitor and make position reports so you can coordinate with other pilots also flying...
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