A FLIGHT BAG ESSENTIAL
“How to Fly IFR” is the book I wish I had when I started with IFR. But it turns out I still use it.
The book is structured as the flight unfolds, including each flight phase and all the different variations you might find.
This is all the IFR knowledge a pilot needs.
IFR KNOWLEDGE, IN ONE PLACE
Discover all the practical IFR knowledge as we jump into a flight from Denver to Salt Lake City *FAA (Seville to Milan *EASA).
We will explore all the possible procedures, including conventional, RNAV and visual procedures, on analog and glass cockpit, and flying manually or with automation.
From planning to engines shut down.
It's a bunch, it's everything.
And its all condensed in a flight-bag-friendly format.
Yes, this book was written for myself, and I'm sure it will be helpful to you.
table of contents
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Understand All the Instruments
Master every equipment, instrument, and screen. Our guide simplifies the cockpit, providing clear and concise explanations for each instrument.
Explained in a unique way, we made sure you understand how every instrument works.
Be Ready to Operate in Any Airport, Big or Small
Equip yourself with the knowledge to handle the unique challenges of any airfield.
Whether you are flying into an international hub with several transitions in arrival, or from a small grass field with an IFR pickup, this book will allow you to go to any airport full of confidence, regardless of its size.

Lightning Fast Flight Planning
Streamline your flight planning with our step by step guide.
This book will guide you through a structured planning method that's not only quick, but also will make sure your flight planning is complete.
From weather assessments to fuel calculations, you'll learn to go over every essential step.

REVIEWS

Understand Why We Do Procedures
Go beyond the "how" and dive into the "why" of procedures.
The procedures are explained in a way that clarifies the reasoning behind each standard operation.
This is essential to transition from one aircraft to another seamlessly.

Make Sure You Have Everything You Need Onboard to Go to the Air
Before you taxi out, it's crucial to ensure that your aircraft is fully prepared for the flight ahead. This chapter covers all the essentials you need to verify while still on the ground.
From confirming that all necessary documents and manuals are on board to checking the weather and departure route.
Learn the how to perform a thorough pre-flight inspection, from fuel levels and oil checks to instrument settings.
Briefings
Briefings are essential, and if you are unlucky with your colleague, eternal. Ensure every procedure is a success with our comprehensive briefing guide.
Learn to condensate essential information, from runway conditions to emergency procedures, into a dynamic and actionable briefing.


Every Step of the Takeoff and Callouts
This chapter details every phase of the departure.
Master the critical stages of takeoff, from runway identification to gear retraction and initial turn, accompanied by the necessary callouts.
Understand the Charts
Fly Standard Instrument Departures (SID) with ease.
This part of the book decyphers SID charts, helping you interpret and follow the routing information.
With practical tips and clear illustrations, you'll manage departures, maintaining safety and efficiency in controlled airspace.


TALK TO ATC
Talk to ATC without freezing.
This section equips you with the most commong phrasing and typical responses during departure.
Understand the expectations and directives from ATC, ensuring your communications are clear, concise, and correct.
Omnidirectional Departures and IFR Joinings
Handle departures without a Standard Instrument Departure (SID) route.
Learn to execute omnidirectional departures and join controlled IFR routes from uncontrolled airports.

MINIMUM ALTITUDES
Learn to locate your position, and the minimum altitude you should be at.
This section explains the minimum safe altitudes for different segments of your flight, considering terrain, obstacles, and airspace regulations.

Point to Point, DME Arc, Interceptions, Holdings
Execute the basic maneuvers you will use in flight.
From navigating direct point-to-point routes, performing holdings to mastering DME arcs and executing interceptions, this guide covers the techniques, strategies and calculations needed to perform these maneuvers accurately and efficiently in IFR conditions.