Meteorological information for flight planning and operations is obtained from various sources. The following are some common sources of meteorological information for aviation: National Weather Service: The National Weather Service (NWS) is a government agency that provides weather information and warnings across the United States. The NWS provides weather forecasts, Read more…
VHF radio: This is a primary means of communication for aircraft in flight. It is used to communicate with air traffic control (ATC), other aircraft, and ground personnel. HF radio: High Frequency (HF) radio is used for long-range communication when VHF radio is not available. This is typically used for Read more…
Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) is an advanced system of satellite-based navigation and aircraft performance monitoring that enables more accurate and efficient air traffic management. PBN replaces traditional ground-based navigation systems with satellite-based technology that allows aircraft to navigate more precisely and safely. The PBN system uses a combination of Global Positioning Read more…
ILS, MLS, and PAR are all types of instrument landing systems used by pilots to safely navigate and land an aircraft during low-visibility conditions. Each system provides different levels of guidance to the pilot and is used in different types of situations. ILS (Instrument Landing System) ILS is a highly Read more…
Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) are a set of standardized procedures used by pilots to safely and accurately navigate and land an aircraft during low-visibility conditions. These procedures allow pilots to safely navigate through clouds, fog, and other conditions that limit visibility, using onboard instruments and navigational aids. Types of Instrument Read more…
Aviation meteorology is a specialized branch of meteorology that focuses on the study of weather patterns and phenomena that can impact air travel. Weather is one of the most significant factors affecting aviation operations, and aviation meteorologists play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of commercial air Read more…
Flight dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of commercial air travel. These professionals work behind the scenes to plan and monitor flights, making crucial decisions that affect the lives of thousands of passengers and crew members every day. What is a Flight Dispatcher? A flight Read more…
When most people think of air travel, they might picture pilots and flight attendants as the main players in making a flight happen. However, there is another crucial member of the aviation team that is often overlooked: the flight dispatcher. What is Flight Dispatching? Flight dispatching is the process of Read more…
Precision and non-precision approaches are two different types of instrument approaches used in aviation to guide an aircraft from the enroute phase of flight to the landing phase. A precision approach is an instrument approach that provides accurate and precise guidance to an aircraft to align with and land on Read more…
MEL and CDL are both documents used in aviation to manage aircraft maintenance and ensure safe operations. MEL stands for Minimum Equipment List. It is a document approved by the aviation regulatory authority, which specifies the minimum equipment required to be operational on an aircraft for flight under certain conditions. Read more…