VFR-on-top clearances permit IFR aircraft to fly in VFR conditions at appropriate VFR altitudes on an IFR flight plan, but transfer pilot responsibility for maintaining VFR weather minimums, ...

Many instrument pilots lack true IFR proficiency, even if legally current, due to limited actual IFR flight experience, which the author identifies as a significant safety risk. An annual Instrument ...

Angels and Alpina unveil a world first devoted to one of the most critical IFR flight phases. For decades, pilots’ watches have paid tribute to the world of aviation without really providing any ...

Recently, Skyryse announced plans to certify a variation of the Robinson R66 helicopter for instrument flight rules (IFR). This helicopter, equipped with improved systems, will make general aviation ...

Air Methods has placed an order for 15 Bell Model 427 IFR twin-engine helicopters. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery beginning in late 2007. The agreement provides for a minimum delivery of ...

This document functions as a MASPS for the Detect & Avoid [Traffic] system (DAA) for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) operating in certified category in class A to G airspaces under Instrument ...

Akridge Aircraft Interiors teamed with IFR Avionics to establish an IFR Avionics satellite facility at Akridge's Dallas Executive Airport site. Akridge and IFR Avionics will partner on a number of ...

Former NTSB chairman says low-level IFR route structure "needs to move forward." Robert Sumwalt is settling into his new role as a distinguished fellow in aviation safety and executive director of the ...

The FAA talks about view-limiting devices being used during instrument training but doesn't fully explain why they are necessary. Matt Thurber, editor-in-chief at AIN Media Group, has been flying ...

Global Avionics Round-Up from Aircraft Value News (AVN) In the high-stakes world of aviation, technological revolutions often come with fanfare. New aircraft models ...