Weather

FLYING is counting down to its 100th ILAFFT podcast episode. This week we revisit listener favorite No. 4: ‘A Hop, Skip, and a Jump.’

FLYING is counting down to its 100th ILAFFT podcast episode. This week we revisit listener favorite No. 6: “Fast-Moving Front.”

A pilot must have an aircraft certified for flight in icing conditions and be adequately trained on its ice protection systems.

Those who fly in the beautiful snow-covered North know that the winter brings spectacular views and welcomed gains in performance.

Satellite images and the data they provide are likely the biggest-single advance in weather forecasting. Let’s take a closer look at weather satellites.

Ever heard “Caution wake turbulence. Following a heavy,” and wonder if the controller is giving you enough space? How much space do you really need?

Several airports are located in the warning area.

Here’s how often TAFs are typically issued and when you can expect to see them altered.

The frontal system is somewhat of an elephant in the room. We talk about the weather it produces. We point to where it’s located on a map. Many of us recognize the symbols. But we hear very little discussion about what it is exactly and why it produces weather. Now that winter is fast approaching, […]

Facilities make plans to protect aircraft, including triple chocking and tying them down with straps attached to the wings and tail.