Just because the skies are blue doesn’t mean you should file VFR. Flying IFR on a nice day gives you more structure, better ATC coverage, and increased safety—especially in unfamiliar airspace. This ...

I am currently training to get my instrument rating. I am so excited about the prospect of being an instrument rated pilot. Instrument or IFR rating training is very stressful at the beginning. So, I ...

As we head into winter so many pilots begin the training for their instrument rating. Of all the training a private pilot can take, the instrument rating is known for being the most intense and useful ...

Canceling an IFR plan is not always as simple as just saying the magic words. Illustration by Tim Barker Every pilot has a plan. But if it’s an IFR flight plan, canceling that plan is not always as ...