IFR Magazine

The IMSAFE and PAVE models are well-known aids to proper aeronautical decision making. Yet, we continue to make bad decisions. This study might help.

Winter means tighter limits on weather, fuel, and time. But this doesn’t eliminate all the risks, even with a solid alternate—so be prepared, which often means proficient.

Quiz Goof The November quiz was hands down the best summary of SIDSs and ODPs I have ever read. Curious about your answer to Question 8, “A charted SID procedure . . .” Your explanations are about the differences between SIDs and ODPs but they have nothing to do with the answer choices? Did I […]

Somewhere over the Sierra Nevadas (I was near Lake Tahoe, but it’s a big sector): Delta 123: (Extremely indignant tone) “Oakland Center, Delta 123, we’re getting continuous chop here at 320.” Oakland Center: (Offering the obvious suggestion) “Delta 123, roger. Would you like to try 340?” Delta 123: “No, we’re limited to 320 because of […]

Breaking news in general aviation.

Instrument pilots often must land on contaminated runways. Sometimes, an airplane’s directional control is challenged by hydroplaning, a common cause of runway excursions. This month, we delve into this phenomenon and suggest ways to minimize its effects.

After over 20 years of ownership, it might be time for new engines in our Cessna 340.

Into the gritty night you go, sneering at the need for rest before further flight. But rather than reheated FBO coffee in your hand, you hold … a chocolate bar?

Reasonably powerful lasers have grown cheaper and are generally available. Both innocent and malicious pranksters have caused real issues.

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