These two questions will be discussed at Saturday’s session following the monthly program. Please stick around – some of our most experienced aviators are participating.
VMC Question: One focus area for improving safety revolves around Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT). According to the FAA, what are some of the factors involved in CFIT accidents, and what precautions can be taken to avoid CFIT accidents?
IMC Question: You’re about to depart on an IFR flight and although icing is not specifically forecast for your area, conditions include visible moisture and temperatures nearing freezing. At what point should you turn on your pitot heat?
I turn on pitot heat anytime I know I’ll be in actual imc. In the case listed, I’d turn mine on during run up and it would more than likely stay on the entire flight.