Fast Five - February 10

Sent: Feb 10, 2024

Fast Five - February 10
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TRAINING IPAD HEADSETS RADIOS FLIGHT BAGS FLIGHT SIM

1. Video Tip: Choosing The Best IFR Route.

In this excerpt from Advanced IFR, by PilotWorkshops, follow along on a scenario-based IFR route selection exercise as we plan a flight from Oceana, CA (L52), to Monterey, CA (KMRY), using ForeFlight Route Advisor. As you can see, there are many variables to consider when planning an IFR route including weather conditions, airspace, aircraft capabilities, and ATC preferences.

WATCH NOW

2. Keep Your Head Up With iPad Audio Alerts.

The iPad is an engaging visual tool, but many pilots forget about its many audio uses. Especially for those pilots who worry about spending too much "heads-down" time with the iPad, it's worth understanding how apps use audio to make flying more efficient and safe. Let's look at some of the options, and how to set up an audio connection to your headset.

READ MORE

3. The Value Of Actual IFR Conditions.

Aeronautical experience in the regulations does not require that you have any actual instrument flight time to obtain your instrument rating. That's correct, you can earn your instrument rating with flight time only in simulated conditions. Is that a good idea?

READ MORE

4. IFR Webinar Coming Up Wednesday At 3pm.

While the Instrument Rating Knowledge Test has gotten a bad rap over the years, the reality is it's a non-event when you approach it with the proper mindset and use the right study tools. In this webinar, we'll show how to use tried and true study methods using Sporty's Instrument Rating Course to make the process an engaging and meaningful learning experience, and not just another exercise in rote memorization. Presented live at 3pm eastern on Wednesday, February 14.

SIGN UP

5. It’s Not That Complex.

Most of my checkout once airborne was more about me getting a feel of how the Arrow stalls, turns—all the usual primary stuff. However, we did cover various emergencies related to the gear. All went well. In fact, by the time we headed back from the practice area, I was feeling a lot more confident in my airmanship—until I had to land, that is.

READ MORE

Video of the Week:

Flight Gear Bite Light—Hands-On Demo

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Fast Five - February 10 Aviation's most interesting Saturday morning reads ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ View this email with images. TRAINING IPAD HEADSETS RADIOS FLIGHT BAGS FLIGHT SIM 1. Video Tip: Choosing The Best IFR Route. In this excerpt from Advanced IFR, by PilotWorkshops, follow along on a scenario-based IFR route selection exercise as we plan a flight from Oceana, CA (L52), to Monterey, CA (KMRY), using ForeFlight Route Advisor. As you can see, there are many variables to consider when planning an IFR route including weather conditions, airspace, aircraft capabilities, and ATC preferences. WATCH NOW 2. Keep Your Head Up With iPad Audio Alerts. The iPad is an engaging visual tool, but many pilots forget about its many audio uses. Especially for those pilots who worry about spending too much "heads-down" time with the iPad, it's worth understanding how apps use audio to make flying more efficient and safe. Let's look at some of the options, and how to set up an audio connection to your headset. READ MORE 3. The Value Of Actual IFR Conditions. Aeronautical experience in the regulations does not require that you have any actual instrument flight time to obtain your instrument rating. That's correct, you can earn your instrument rating with flight time only in simulated conditions. Is that a good idea? READ MORE 4. IFR Webinar Coming Up Wednesday At 3pm. While the Instrument Rating Knowledge Test has gotten a bad rap over the years, the reality is it's a non-event when you approach it with the proper mindset and use the right study tools. In this webinar, we'll show how to use tried and true study methods using Sporty's Instrument Rating Course to make the process an engaging and meaningful learning experience, and not just another exercise in rote memorization. Presented live at 3pm eastern on Wednesday, February 14. SIGN UP 5. It’s Not That Complex. Most of my checkout once airborne was more about me getting a feel of how the Arrow stalls, turns—all the usual primary stuff. However, we did cover various emergencies related to the gear. All went well. In fact, by the time we headed back from the practice area, I was feeling a lot more confident in my airmanship—until I had to land, that is. READ MORE Video of the Week: Flight Gear Bite Light—Hands-On Demo WATCH NOW Training iPad Headsets Radios Flight Bags Aircraft Supplies Charts Gifts Safety Prefer to Order by Phone? Please call us at 1.800.776.7897 to speak to our order entry department. If you do not wish to receive future emails regarding Sporty’s special offers, please unsubscribe here Sporty's Pilot Shop Clermont County/Sporty's Airport 2001 Sporty's Drive | Batavia, OH 45103 Customer Service - Click Here Copyright 2000-2024, Sportsman's Market, Inc. www.sportys.com