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Episode 257 Show Notes
Topic of the show: On this week's show, we discuss the filing of a flight plan to practice approaches at multiple airports in actual IMC weather. How does a pilot let ATC know what they want to do in the filed flight plan? What can the pilots do to maximize efficiency on a practice flight? We also discuss easing back in to work after some time off, navigating busy airspace VFR, and more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback.
Timely Feedback:
- 1. SGAC Patron Sierra Echo shares thoughts on circling versus maneuvering VFR.
- 2. Patron GRB explains the magical technology behind the cassette that played CDs.
Feedback
- SGAC Patron "The Original Mike Sierra" asks how we acclimate after vacation.
- Patron BS asks about "expect" altitudes issued during an IFR clearance.
- Patron AS navigated VFR through a busy corridor then got an IFR into their destination.
- Patron CM shares some great news and a story about a mean controller.
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