Written for fair-weather fliers, this book provides Visual Flight Rules pilots with an emergency reserve of basic Instrument Flight Rules capability, the bare-boned essentials of instrument flying techniques and procedures urgently needed to survive an encounter with low-visibility IFR conditions. Included are complete instructions in a simplified hands-off flying technique that minimizes the risk of loss of control when outside visual clues are lost. The physiological causes of spatial disorientation are explained, giving valuable insights into IFR's most treacherous aspect. Also discussed is how pilots can communicate effectively with air traffic control.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Required reading for all VFR pilots:
I purchased this book soon after receiving my private pilot licence. If you examine the statistics, you'll find that a large number of accidents, particularly fatal accidents, occur when VFR-only pilots get into instrument conditions. That's where this book comes in. It is short, well-written, and provides a good strategy for getting yourself out of an instrument meteorological conditions encounter. I like the fact that the author does not assign blame to pilots who somehow find themselves in these... more info
Good book:
I think the author accomplished his goal with this book. It's easy to read, and you don't need to have a great experience for the use of the technics put in the book. There are some surprises specially about the inner ear disorientation at a flight inside the clouds that I didn't know and I think every pilot around, including VFR should know, because s*** happens and you never know when you're going to face that situation.
A MUST READ AND HAVE FOR EVERY VFR PILOT.:
EASY TO READ DESCRIPTIONS HOW A VFR PILOT CAN GET OUT OF IFR SITUATIONS. HOW TO COMMUNICATE INTELLIGENTLY TO AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL INFORMING THEM YOU'RE IN TROUBLE AND ENTERED CLOUDS AND CAN'T SEE THE GROUND. THE BOOK GIVES MANY HINTS ON WAYS TO AVOID GETING INTO "TROUBLE" AS A VFR PILOT. THE BOOK MAKES YOU A TEMPORARY IFR PILOT EXPLAINING THE METHODS AND JARGON OF AN IFR RATED PILOT. COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE.
Accomplishes As The Title Implies:
A nice easy to read and follow instruction regime for VFR pilots finding themselves in IFR conditions. Enough IFR information without overload. I'm glad I purchased this book and plan to review it from time to time for that one instance I find myself in IFR conditions. Even if you are thorough in your weather and pre flight briefings, it adds a bit of confidence knowing you have the tools to get you clear. The author covers the phases of flight under emergency IFR conditions up to landing safely.
