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  6 Reasons Why You Should Always Back Up A Visual Approach With An Instrument Approach

  In partnership with Republic

  Here's how backing up your visual approach up with an instrument approach can make your landing a lot easier, and safer.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/13/2022
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  Each Kind Of Landing Clearance You Can Get From ATC

  In partnership with Envoy

  What are you cleared for?

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/11/2022
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  Quiz: Do You Know These 6 Rare VFR Chart Symbols?

  You'd be surprised at some of the things you can find on your VFR sectional charts...

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/10/2022
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  Frost Contributes To Cessna 172 Takeoff Accident

  It's rare to see a takeoff accident where frost is the only contributing factor.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/08/2022

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  6 Times You Should Declare An Emergency With ATC

  In partnership with Bose

  ATC has the ability to dedicate the most time and resources to you once you've declared an emergency. Don't delay, especially in these 6 situations.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/08/2022
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  Should You Follow The PAPI/VASI On Final, Or Aim For The Numbers?

  Should you use the PAPI/VASI as a descent aid for final approach, or should you land close to the numbers to avoid wasting valuable runway?

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/04/2022
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  The 5 Types Of Altitude, Explained

  In partnership with UND

  It's not just about setting the correct pressure and reading your altimeter.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 10/01/2022
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  The 5 Most Common Checkride Failures For Private Pilots

  Checkrides can be stressful, especially if it's your first one. But there's good news: a lot of other people have taken them, and you can learn from their mistakes.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/27/2022
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  What's Your Limit For Landing In Gusty Winds?

  Just like strong crosswinds or low clouds, you should have personal limitations for gust factor when you're approaching your destination.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/24/2022

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  7 Things Every Aircraft Owner Should Keep In Their Plane

  These 7 items will help you be prepared for just about anything.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/24/2022
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  7 Of The Most Unique Approaches in the United States

  In partnership with Envoy

  Instrument flying is mostly predictable and routine, but these 7 instrument approaches will keep you on your toes.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/22/2022
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  5 Engine Start Malfunctions You'll Learn About Before Flying Jets

  In partnership with Republic

  These are the most common start malfunctions you'll experience when flying turbine powered airplanes.

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/20/2022
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  Quiz: Are You Legal To Take These 6 Flights?

  Can you legally take these flights?

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/19/2022
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  What Every Pilot Should Know About 'Defensive Positioning'

  During critical phases of flight, the last thing you should be doing in the cockpit is sitting with your arms crossed, looking out the side window. Even if you're not the PIC, here's what you should know about "defensive positioning".

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/17/2022
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  Your Guide To Understanding The Speed Limits Of The Sky

  No matter where you fly, there are plenty of speed restrictions you need to know...

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  • Boldmethod
  • 09/15/2022