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Wing Tip #1

October 29th

Counting Shadows to Prevent a Mid-air Collision
Most summer-time VFR flying takes place on sunny days at uncontrolled aerodromes. When flying 1,000 feet above ground — whether in the airport traffic pattern or while flying cross-country at low levels — you should be able to see the shadow of your aircraft as it tracks over the [...]

Wing Tip #2

October 19th

Using Your ADF as a Turn Indicator
As a back-up emergency device when flying VFR or even IFR in an aircraft that has an ADF on board that is not being used as a primary navigation aid, it is good practice to get in the habit of keeping the ADF pointing to a broadcast station, or [...]

Wing Tip #3

October 15th

Calculating the Time It Takes.
It always takes longer than you think – this cardinal rule applies to all flight operations. Experienced pilots use it when contemplating estimated times of arrival, terminal delays, forecast weather improvements, takeoff and landing distances or aircraft repairs.