Bob Tait
Bob Tait
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The FAF on a RNAV GNSS approach

Yes, that is strange. The FAF is marked on the chart as a fly-by point even though you are told to be established on final approach before the FAF. ...

8 years ago
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GNSS Errors and Limitations

We have been researching this and have been unable to find a specific reference. However the implication would surely be that since RNAV 3D approache...

8 years ago
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A is for Aids

Not really a paradox. The old rule was replaced by the new rule and the old rule no longer applies - happens all the time. The exam aeroplane, VH-...

8 years ago
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Airspace Classification

It is true that actual dimensions were once given for the so-called CTAF AREA. In fact they once actually marked CTAFs on ERC charts with a boundary ...

8 years ago
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CPL Performance Exam Question

The most efficient way to get the ground speeds is to check the table in ERSA GEN - CON - 6, CONVERSIONS - WIND COMPONENT. Simply check the angle bet...

8 years ago
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Instrument Rating Study Guide - July 2011

I do appreciate your feed-back. Thanks.

8 years ago
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Instrument Rating Study Guide - July 2011

Gidday Paul, The comment was intended for a pilot making a visual approach to a non-controlled aerodrome. I made that comment because I never could ...

8 years ago
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BECMG question

BECMG implies a gradual change and two times are always given. One is the expected time of commencement of the change and the other is the expected t...

8 years ago
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CHUF Exam pass

Congratulations mate and a good solid mark as well. It seems such a pity that a subject that was once enjoyable to teach and of interest to most ...

8 years ago
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Time format for INTER and TEMPO

0204 was the old format when most pilots knew what day it was. It now uses the ddhh format . Either you have an old book, or that question somehow g...

8 years ago
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IREX 3/2017

Congratulations Dirk. That's a sound pass mark. I enjoyed your company - have fun with your flying now!

8 years ago
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Should I pass IR or CPL first

Hello Ryan As far as the confusion with forms required, I'm afraid that's out of my area. Looks like you might have to resort to communicating with ...

8 years ago
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Take Off From High Density Altitude Aerodrome

This is a technique used only in exceptional circumstances such as a very high strip and very hot and humid day e.g. Nu Guinea highlands in Summer. T...

8 years ago
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Backing and Veering in high and low pressure systems

I suspect that you are asking about the way the surface wind behaves throughout the day (diurnal variation). The angle of deflection of the wind in r...

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ECHO accuracy

Hi Adam, If the question asked for first light in UTC, I would agree that none of those answers could be correct. If you assume Eastern Australia,...

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