Something i've always found interesting is the the IFR aircraft that accepts 1000ft on top looses its right to IFR separation. But the aircraft that he takes a run never said a thing about forefitting their IFR separation yet they still end up with someone whizzing by their window!!

Thanks for the replies. Im pretty familiar with the rules of it (but not real life scenarios obviously) so maybe I can clear up a few misconceptions here: 1. It is an IFR procedure published in AIM available for civilian aircraft (below) 2. It is very very different to what you hear in the USA. 1000...

Im a little confused. It sounds like you are talking "VFR over the TOP" as opposed to "1,000ft on top". If you are indeed talking 1,000ft on top you would still have to carry IFR fuel reserves as you are still on an IFR flight plan when operating 1,000ft on top. Thanks for getting my thread started!

I teach a course in aviation and im trying to collect real world examples of operational situations where pilots might request to use 1000ft on top. Im in BC with lots of high terrain and so far have two examples: 1. a pilot is on an airway with an MEA above 10,000 or on a direct track with an AMA a...

Good starting places....thank you. I store the cup behind the seat, but its well drained so I dont think thats it....plus it happens on descent just prior to landing which would exclude that. When examining the fuel selector will things be obvious....I guess I just pop the plastic cover off and see ...

Hi all....trying to track down a fuel smell. Can smell AVGAS at some very specific points in a flight. Firstly after taxiing for about 3-4 minutes (normally just as im running up)....within 30 seconds after takeoff and normally within about 2 minutes of landing (most prevalent during turbulence). It...

And why would that be Slug?

Thanks again for the suggestions. I will add CASARA to the list. Does anyone know what happened to the BC wing of Angel Flight - I have tried without sucess to contact them several times now?

Thanks for the responses so far. To clarify for the nay-sayers I will not work for free in a paid position. I am mindful of the fact I earn a great wage doing ATC and to work for free on a paid flying job is just wrong as it drags the industry down. When I asked at the DZ and Fire-spotting I did so ...

I have a full time job (ATC) and a bare minimum CPL. Unlike most dual licensed ATC/Pilots I was ATC first and have obtained my CPL over the years without the intent of being a commercial pilot, as such I have a low number of hours (300 which makes me good for nothing). Just going out and boring hole...

My experience from 6 years ago: - I paid for my travel for interview. - After job offer I was given a $10k relocation cheque - use it how you wish basically. - 21 days meals and hotels to get on my feet. Thats it. I thought it as fair. I was very impressed with my recruitment. But I put most of that...

Good start, thanks.

What about the FSS Vs Flightwatch thing....i've always used flightwatch for routine weather and FP open/close. In what situations do you use Seattle radio for a VFR pilot.

Hi All. Im trying to put together a list of differences applicable to a private VFR general aviation pilot of the differences between Canada and US flying. Im helping a friend become accustomed to flying in the US, and for Canadians it can be daunting to learn the differences....please add to the fo...

I've sent in the paperwork and attempted to contact Jeff Moris in Victoria to volunteer for Angel flight in BC several times over the last couple of months. No response at all.... I guess volunteers are so plentiful they don't need anymore....anyone know status of the BC angel flight and/or Jeff. Th...