Another good rule of thumb is Buys Bullots law: To locate where the bad weather is coming from, put your back to the wind and extend your left arm straight out. Thats where the low pressure bad WX is coming from. It works for me.
Pilots are reminded of practical weather rules of thumb, such as Buys Ballot's law for locating low-pressure systems.
The future viability of electric aircraft is discussed, with a reader emphasizing rapid advancements in battery technology and the potential for new aviation applications (like drones) beyond direct traditional aircraft replacements.
Effective autopilot strategies for altitude changes include using IAS hold mode for climbs/descents and setting a 10,000-foot safety altitude in pressurized aircraft.
Canada is phasing out back course approaches due to their complexity and the widespread adoption of GPS approaches, indicating an evolution in navigation standards.
I enjoyed reading the latest (Oct.) IFR. I thought “Weather Rules of Thumb” by Tim Vasquez was particularly good.
Another good rule of thumb is Buys Bullot’s law: To locate where the bad weather is coming from, put your back to the wind and extend your left arm straight out. That’s where the low pressure bad WX is coming from. It works for me.
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