A good rule of thumb is to always program an approach back into the departure airport (or nearby departure alternate) in the case of a problem. Treat every departure the same. If there is no issue, remove the approach back in and continue on but you’re prepared in case.
Ah yes the thrill and expense of IFR flying. One time when I was departing Willey Post Airport just north of Oklahoma City, I was sent 20 miles south of Oklahoma City class c when I had to go towards Tulsa. I was expecting to fly V-14 and they had me go 20 miles south and then gave me a vector that join of V-436. Not fun for a renter who is watching the Hobbs drain his wallet. Single pilot IFR is one of the toughest and expensive way to fly. I still do it because I like to be able to fly in not too dangerous IMC. It’s always great to keep up and be sharp if you ever need to fly and IMC. Keep up the great work Jason.
Never hurts to ask the controller what the heck’s going on briefly, or if you’ll get a more direct heading anytime soon. Can’t get in trouble for asking!👍
19 for 19! As a fairly new IFR pilot, I found this a great refresher. I have a TruTrak autopilot now as well, partly based on seeing one in N23MZ. Keep ‘em coming!!
Jason, I am preparing for my IFR ride in Canada next month and this was insightful. I like your thinking ahead and communicating using CRAFT with the IFR controller. You videos are all positive, user-friendly and crystal clear!
Getting ready to start my IFR training. I'll be watching. Can't wait. Training in a new VL3. Planning to purchase a VL3 soon. Your videos are fabulous.
19 for 19: this is a great example of how I want to use my instrument rating. I don’t dream shooting approaches to minimums. Just to have more options with my altitude is what i would enjoy.
Lovely views out the window. It's overcast and 15 F where I am :( My most stressful flights are the rare ones where I go VFR. I have to actively remind myself that I can't just go through the clouds that pop up :)
19 of 19 ... wait, first comment maybe?? Still loving the series, always listening to IFR podcasts to get ready for IFR training this summer. 23 years of smelling JET A. Loving that smell first thing in the morning. Thanks Jason and crew.
10:45 so, do you personally not do takeoff briefing? Something like "Normal takeoff, on X I'll reject, decision altitude Y under that I'll try for K, turnout to heading Z, failure about that I'll turn back, etc"?
With putting in the squawk code before taxiing, some bigger airports require you to have your transponder on when you’re in any movement area. A lot of times, they even say that in the ATIS.
Just finishing up my instrument rating. This video really spoke to me of exactly what IFR flying is all about. Great job! Just wish I had called you while I was in vacation in Bonita Springs.
Also, thanks for not laughing at me at Airventure on Monday when you asked what I fly, and I said, “Flight Simulator!” Unfortunately a couple years ago, an exhibitor (Not you guys)! basically told me to get out since I’m not a r/w pilot!
I enjoy your videos. I live up in Fort Myers and flew out of Page Field for 36 years. I have curiosity, when departure control turns you South why didn't you start slow flight? I'm assuming you were close to if not at the 2000 feet that you were told to be at. Just curious, not trying to play Monday morning quarterback. Thanks again for great videos.
19 4 19 I certainly did learn something, always keep pen and pencil and paper ready and of course scratch pad on the iPad works well too✅. And most certainly The pleasing aroma of jet fuel being burned, whether it be on a frosty cold morning in January or in the evening of an August flight can certainly entertain the senses. Thanks for the real world flying scenarios.
With what you said about them mixing up the departure frequency at times, if something is wrong with a specific frequency, they usually list it if you get a briefing on Leidos (800 WX Brief)’s site. While I only use it for Flight Simulation, I still have a free account!
also, I always try to find a place to do my runup before i taxi. can you explain why you do it while taxiing? I just feel like it would be safer to do it before. Love this channel! it always makes me think!
Great real world training video. One question. Why would you not have gone into the nonmovement area to do run up. It would seem this would allow and traffic behind you to safely pass you. I am new to IFR but if there was a jet behind you I would want him to have plenty of room to pass you. Maybe the rule is that you are to hold your place assigned and stay on the movement area and this under the control of ATC. Thanks for your input.
not a pilot...so when you pulled over to do the run up and didnt tell the atc does that put you out of queue if another craft comes out behind you?? with birds outside the runway and so apparent in numbers is there anything taught to the pic on how to proceed ? so which is better: ( say you are headed 180) and atc says.....turn 35 degrees and head 215 or if they just say head 215 my thought being so you dont have to hear different numbers ( "35" and then "215") thanks
19 for 19 - I love the smell of JetA🙋🏻♂️ and I love the Cessna 172 as well, amongst other things this is why obtaining the type rating for the C172 Diesel (not too many of those exist in the US, right?) is my first aviation goal for this year.
The key is getting the frequency correct rather than the name of the controlling sector. Once you call them up on initial contact, they acknowledge with their callsign “N23MZ, Fort Myers Approach/Departure.” Just like you know who you are because your tail number is on your aircraft, the controller knows who he or she is.
Did you have wake turbulence on your takeoff? I bet doing IFR makes you think ahead of the airplane during VFR flights too. Do fixes have their own frequency separate from the ILS?
It never hurts to program the waypoint, even though they said “Radar vectors.” Situational awareness is important, so it’s good to have a visual representation of it. You have ForeFlight available, so you might as well program it.
Yes I learned something about IFR radio communications. Controllers speak too quickly and that's a detriment to safety. Our compliance as pilots prolongs this nightmare. That's what I learned.
Ive been a professional pilot for 40+ years, yet I watch and learn from every one of your videos.
A good rule of thumb is to always program an approach back into the departure airport (or nearby departure alternate) in the case of a problem. Treat every departure the same. If there is no issue, remove the approach back in and continue on but you’re prepared in case.
Ah yes the thrill and expense of IFR flying. One time when I was departing Willey Post Airport just north of Oklahoma City, I was sent 20 miles south of Oklahoma City class c when I had to go towards Tulsa. I was expecting to fly V-14 and they had me go 20 miles south and then gave me a vector that join of V-436. Not fun for a renter who is watching the Hobbs drain his wallet. Single pilot IFR is one of the toughest and expensive way to fly. I still do it because I like to be able to fly in not too dangerous IMC. It’s always great to keep up and be sharp if you ever need to fly and IMC. Keep up the great work Jason.
Never hurts to ask the controller what the heck’s going on briefly, or if you’ll get a more direct heading anytime soon. Can’t get in trouble for asking!👍
4 years refueling aircraft in the USAF - I LOVE THE SMELL JET A / JP 4 - JP 8 exhaust
That 81 degree flex felt personal. And also right on time, it is currently Jan 2 here in the Mid west. Cold would be an understatement.
19 for 19. Just finished my PPL and this was very helpful as I'm doing my instrument rating later this year!
Everyone that flies with me always tells me my door is open. I always tell them the checklist hasn't told me to close it yet.
Can't wait to start my IFR training. 19 for 19. Thanks Jason.
19 for 19! As a fairly new IFR pilot, I found this a great refresher. I have a TruTrak autopilot now as well, partly based on seeing one in N23MZ. Keep ‘em coming!!
Jason,
I am preparing for my IFR ride in Canada next month and this was insightful. I like your thinking ahead and communicating using CRAFT with the IFR controller. You videos are all positive, user-friendly and crystal clear!
I was waiting for you to mention, your door was open (12:11) . Great video !
I love flying in the morning but that sun is always a problem! always a challenge:)
Do most CFIs end up flying from the right seat out of habit?
I’m a VFR pilot who admires an IFR pilot. They are so knowledgeable and proficient in flying. I really enjoy watching how you do it! Thanks for the 31
19 for 19, thanks Jason and MzeroA crew! Another hand up for Jet A, I love the smell 9f Jet A in the morning.
Getting ready to start my IFR training. I'll be watching. Can't wait. Training in a new VL3. Planning to purchase a VL3 soon. Your videos are fabulous.
19 4 19 and what a great real life example. Cant get a lesson like that on a simulator. Loving it. Quite a bit jelly of your OAT
I have some some right seat IFR and found it interesting and a learning experience, thanks for this because my experience was a long time ago!
19 for 19: this is a great example of how I want to use my instrument rating. I don’t dream shooting approaches to minimums. Just to have more options with my altitude is what i would enjoy.
As a PPL looking at getting my instrument, these are really helpful to demystify some of it
As Mick Jagger once sang, "You can't always get what you want..." :) Great window into real IFR flying!
Great IFR presentation!
Still working on my instrument weather has not been cooperating but I feel like I need 100 of these videos. Thank you
Good video. Appreciate learning from others
Lovely views out the window. It's overcast and 15 F where I am :( My most stressful flights are the rare ones where I go VFR. I have to actively remind myself that I can't just go through the clouds that pop up :)
19 of 19 ... wait, first comment maybe?? Still loving the series, always listening to IFR podcasts to get ready for IFR training this summer. 23 years of smelling JET A. Loving that smell first thing in the morning.
Thanks Jason and crew.
10:45 so, do you personally not do takeoff briefing? Something like "Normal takeoff, on X I'll reject, decision altitude Y under that I'll try for K, turnout to heading Z, failure about that I'll turn back, etc"?
At about 10:20 in the video, what is the red blinking light on the top of the panel for?
With putting in the squawk code before taxiing, some bigger airports require you to have your transponder on when you’re in any movement area. A lot of times, they even say that in the ATIS.
Loved your departure.....19 for 19, Ya never know
Appreciate your videos, u can’t imagine how those videos are educating people around the world 👏🏻👏🏻
19 for 19. Loving the series.
Just finishing up my instrument rating. This video really spoke to me of exactly what IFR flying is all about. Great job! Just wish I had called you while I was in vacation in Bonita Springs.
Also, thanks for not laughing at me at Airventure on Monday when you asked what I fly, and I said, “Flight Simulator!” Unfortunately a couple years ago, an exhibitor (Not you guys)! basically told me to get out since I’m not a r/w pilot!
Excellent Video Jason, and Excellent Information! Thank You.
Practice/training is everything. You wanna practice until everything is second nature, then move on to what’s next!
I use to work the flight line at KHEF. Smelled Jet-A many times! 19 for 19
I enjoy your videos. I live up in Fort Myers and flew out of Page Field for 36 years. I have curiosity, when departure control turns you South why didn't you start slow flight? I'm assuming you were close to if not at the 2000 feet that you were told to be at. Just curious, not trying to play Monday morning quarterback. Thanks again for great videos.
Great video. Really fun to watch.
19:19 another great one. In the Chicago airspace it is not that unusual to get danced around.
19 of 19. 🔥❤️👍😎
19/19 headed for 31/31. Good video and the smell of jet A is great!
19/19 I love the smell of Jet A in the morning!!!
19 4 19 I certainly did learn something, always keep pen and pencil and paper ready and of course scratch pad on the iPad works well too✅.
And most certainly The pleasing aroma of jet fuel being burned, whether it be on a frosty cold morning in January or in the evening of an August flight can certainly entertain the senses.
Thanks for the real world flying scenarios.
Love the smell of jet A, smells like guacamole 😃
19/19 awesome 😎😎😎😎.
Thank you Jason and yes I did learn more about IFR communication
Thank you for this video
I get really excited when I hear the words read back correct. The only problem is sometimes I grab onto the wrong stick
Hey Jason, I am 19 for 19! 😊
19 for 19 Jet-A, son. Nothing else in the world smells like that. I love the smell of Jet-A in the morning.
I'm 19/19. These are some great videos.
19 for 19! I can't wait to be IFR rated!!
Glad they sent you a different direction I definitely learned from that and to make sure you have plenty of fuel thank you
19 for 19 with each videoI pick up great tips, Thank you
Love the smell of JET-A in the AM
SUPERB!
"I like to use all of the runway"... takes off before the runway threshold. :)
19/19! ... and here I thought you were being sarcastic about JetA. I'm such a noob.
19/19 and I LOVE the smell of Jet-A!
19/19 thanks, Jason
19/19 Havent started IFR yet, but this was awesome
With what you said about them mixing up the departure frequency at times, if something is wrong with a specific frequency, they usually list it if you get a briefing on Leidos (800 WX Brief)’s site. While I only use it for Flight Simulation, I still have a free account!
also, I always try to find a place to do my runup before i taxi. can you explain why you do it while taxiing? I just feel like it would be safer to do it before. Love this channel! it always makes me think!
19-19. this is my fav video so far.
I love IFR flying!! 19/19
I work as a line service tech at a local FBO and I love coming home smelling like JetA.
Thank you for these amazing videos, and sharing your knowledge ... great example of fuel planning for the unexpected.
Jason, can you do a behind the scenes of your recording set up and gear please?
Not quite there yet, but always useful to understand what others are saying on the radio. Thanks. What scratchpad (hardware/software) do you use?
19 for 19, this was great
Great real world training video. One question. Why would you not have gone into the nonmovement area to do run up. It would seem this would allow and traffic behind you to safely pass you.
I am new to IFR but if there was a jet behind you I would want him to have plenty of room to pass you.
Maybe the rule is that you are to hold your place assigned and stay on the movement area and this under the control of ATC.
Thanks for your input.
Love the smell of jet A Jason
Took off within the displaced threshold. :D
19/19...yes, like the smell of Jet Fuel!!
not a pilot...so when you pulled over to do the run up and didnt tell the atc does that put you out of queue if another craft comes out behind you??
with birds outside the runway and so apparent in numbers is there anything taught to the pic on how to proceed ?
so which is better: ( say you are headed 180) and atc says.....turn 35 degrees and head 215 or if they just say head 215
my thought being so you dont have to hear different numbers ( "35" and then "215")
thanks
Jet A is my second cup of joe in the morning
19 for 19 - I love the smell of JetA🙋🏻♂️ and I love the Cessna 172 as well, amongst other things this is why obtaining the type rating for the C172 Diesel (not too many of those exist in the US, right?) is my first aviation goal for this year.
The key is getting the frequency correct rather than the name of the controlling sector. Once you call them up on initial contact, they acknowledge with their callsign “N23MZ, Fort Myers Approach/Departure.” Just like you know who you are because your tail number is on your aircraft, the controller knows who he or she is.
Did you have wake turbulence on your takeoff? I bet doing IFR makes you think ahead of the airplane during VFR flights too. Do fixes have their own frequency separate from the ILS?
Really enjoying these videos! Great content!
Listening to ATC and engine running. You would be amazed how 5 minutes add up so quick. Learn to save.
Love the smell of Jet A, also love the smell of AVGas exhaust. Maybe that’s where all my brain cells went…
It never hurts to program the waypoint, even though they said “Radar vectors.” Situational awareness is important, so it’s good to have a visual representation of it. You have ForeFlight available, so you might as well program it.
19-4-19, gotta love the weather.
Did u repost it ??
Love the smell of Jet-A as well as the smell of a skunk on a cool dewy night. Bottle both and sell it…
If Jet A was a cologne I would also buy it. They make Jet A candles I know that.
Yes I learned something about IFR radio communications. Controllers speak too quickly and that's a detriment to safety. Our compliance as pilots prolongs this nightmare. That's what I learned.
why wouldnt you put your squawk code in before you taxi? i need to know the benefit of waiting. i dont understand
Nice video capt.it feels like I did my IPC.lol
awesome
19/19 👍🏻🇺🇸
I would like to see general aviation use ACARS in order to get your IFR clearance.
That is quite funny. 🙂
Are you really a pilot unless you like the smell of Jet A?! 😏
Thank you Jason for the series!
Can you do one entering an approach having an issue with clear and established
I'd be willing to bet he'll do that. That is basically the toughest part. "HAC"
They need a JetA cologne I agree!!
what's the reason to have the door open during taxi ?
Hot weather
2:36 that awkward moment when ground skips you
19 for 19!