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ATC & Weather: Mastering the Systems: Understanding how to work air traffic control and weather to best advantage (General Aviation Reading series) by Collins, Richard L., 1933-2018; Collins, Richard L., 1933-2018. Mastering the systems is a book available to read on EtoBox.

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This book's emphasis is on judgment and the interface between pilot and environment, addressing both VFR and IFR situations from flight planning on through to arrival, approach, and landing. Richard Collins explains the factors pilots need to consider when making these decisions, supplementing them with examples from personal experience and accident reports. He lays all the factors on the table so pilots have enough information to develop individual and airplane limitations. The author highlights and stresses the importance of negotiating the system of air traffic control and weather services to maximum advantage. The emphasis is on pilot judgment. A flight is affected by winds, storms are always a risk... and considering visibility, an area the regulations cover with a blanket rule that sets the VFR minimums in miles this does not take into account differences in speed and a regulation's legality does not guarantee pilot and passenger safety. Yet Richard Collins demystifies the art of aviation, guiding the pilot through common misconceptions with solid advice and accurate examples for improvement. From flight planning on through to arrival, approach, and landing, Collins encourag

Author
Collins, Richard L., 1933-2018; Collins, Richard L., 1933-2018. Mastering the systems
Publisher
Newcastle, Wash.: Aviation Supplies &Academics ; [Lancaster: Gazelle] [distributor]
Published
2002
Language
EN
ISBN
9780025272453

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