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Answer questions regarding FARs, VFR and IFR flight operations, the national airspace system (NAS), communications with ATC, physiology, etc. I answer sincere questions for aviation enthusiasts and flight students. If I can`t answer your question, I`ll try my best to point you in the right direction. (I do not answer questions asking how much it costs to fly from one place to another).

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Pilot for a leading west-coast regional airline. Ratings and certificates include: Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII), Commercial Pilot, Instrument, Single Engine Land/Multi-engine Land Airplane

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Julie11/16/0910101010Thank u sooo much
Kevin02/04/0910101010thank you, gives me a clearer perspective .....
Jorge Pereyra12/25/0810101010Very very very quick response. means not .....
Matt06/18/0810101010Appreciate the quick and clear reply!
Isaac03/09/0810101010Colin answered all of my questions solidly .....

Recent Answers from Colin Woehrle

2009-11-15 medical:

Hi Julie, I believe it will depend on the severity of your son's asthma and what medications he's taking. He should obtain a medical certificate from an Aviation Medical Examiner before he starts training

2009-11-04 HI:

I'm sorry. This is outside my expertise! Haha just kidding. Good to hear from you Greg! Glad Brian's plane is going to sell. I'm sure they are just glad to get rid of it. I actually talked to him last

2009-05-22 Private certificate versatility:

I Shane, That's a great question. Anyone holding a valid recreational pilot certificate or higher (e.g. private) may exercise the privileges of a sport pilot certificate, provided the holder complies

2009-05-19 flying the I LS:

Approach and tower control coordinate the arrivals and departures of aircraft for efficiency. Sometimes (rarely) there is a distance conflict between an aircraft on approach and an aircraft in position

2008-12-25 commercial flying career:

Hi Jorge, Okay, here's a logical path to reach your goal: I'm assuming since you didn't mention it that you don't have an instrument rating. Your first step would be to get one. Then go after your

 

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