Category Archives: Aviation Weather

FAA Medical Reform defined

Posted on January 11, 2017 by K0FEY

FAA Medical Reform Today, January 11th 2017, the FAA announced its final rule on Medical Reform to go into effect May 1st. A pilot may opt to continue using their medical certificate or opt to exercise this rule instead. It … Continue reading →

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GENERAL AVIATION RULES OF THUMB

Posted on September 6, 2016 by K0FEY

Combing the internet and this fell out:.. trust but verify, folks. GENERAL AVIATION RULES OF THUMB Standard Pressure, Temperature, and Lapse Rate Sea level standard pressure = 29.92″ hg Standard lapse rate = -1″ hg. for each 1000′ increase in … Continue reading →

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When can I fly…

Posted on September 6, 2016 by K0FEY

When can I fly? Is this an easy question or a difficult one? The answer is both. If you suspect you are creating a risk by flying then choose your alternative… Don’t fly. The rules state to follow guidelines, but … Continue reading →

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Personal Minimums

Posted on April 9, 2016 by K0FEY

Please remember that weather forecasts can be just plain wrong at times. As the weather deteriorates what do you do? I cannot tell you what you can or cannot do, but I am sticking to “Personal Minimums”. These include any … Continue reading →

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