IFR Rated Pilot

1 accident in 4,459 hours in IFR conditions
-1 accident in 61,900 hours in VFR conditions.
44% of serious accidents involve VFR into IFR
-80% of fatal accidents result from non-IFR rated pilots flying into IFR conditions.

Pre-takeoff ConsiderationsP B 1 Gross Weight and Center of Gravity B BR Gross weight is the empty weight plus useful load You must…
Go-aroundPower to full BR Hold heading and altitude BR Milk flaps or to 20 degrees according to IAS BR At Vy flaps up…
1989 - 1993 US Accidents#133;Accident__________Deaths_ BR 1 Highway Accidents 228 000 BR 2 Murders ...
Failed TeachingThe most dangerous aspect of flying and flight instruction is that the FAA Part 91 system lets incompetents…
Ground Radio to TaxiP Never transmit on the radio without practicing what to say while holding the microphone to your lips It…
Teaching MemoryP The way an instructor presents material has a great influence on student retention of what is being taught…
Judgment of LimitationsP The ability of a student to plan a safe flight or flying activity is determined by his judgment of his…
In Possession for CheckrideLogbook BR Medical Student certificate BR Sectional Must be current BR Aircraft engine logbook Get from…
Wind and GroundspeedP Turning as low levels from a crosswind path to a downwind path can be hazardous It leads to the terrible…
Private Pilot EndorsementsAn instructor�s endorsement indicates that he feels you have been instructed in and are competent to perform…
What You Know, Gets In The Way of What You Don't KnowThe learning law of #39;Primacy #39; is what makes developing proper habits first build the foundation for…
Ground Procedures - Taxiing RenewalP By the time we solo we should be using power and brakes with great restraint Minimum power required to move…

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