The correct addressing of VFR flight plans is crucial, with pilots responsible for sending messages to appropriate ATS units and control towers, adhering to ICAO Doc 4444 regulations and specific national rules that can be found in country AIPs. Understanding these procedures is vital, even when using automated services like AFPEx.
Category: Aeronautics & Aviation
[069EN] Applying for an aviation medical certificate in the UK
This post outlines how to apply for UK aviation medical certificates, giving advice on the class to apply for, timing, the application and decision process, and what you need to do to make a smooth medical journey.
[068EN] Setting up and using the Assisted Flight Plan Exchange
Private pilots filing flight plans can connect to the AFTN via the UK’s AFPEx, providing direct network access similar to airlines. Application for AFPEx requires accurate licensure details, with the setup available for Windows and Linux. AFPEx facilitates AFTN message exchange, including flight plans and weather requests, with private pilots responsible for security and proper usage.
[063EN] Common Misconceptions and Physical Interpretations of Lift Generation by Aerofoils
This short article, written to be published in the CGC News, is an excerpt from my lecture titled Introductory Aerodynamics for Glider Pilots delivered to the Cambridge University Gliding Club on 27/02/2021. Unceasing debate surrounds the topic of lift generation, Read More …
[058EN] The Paths to Glider Aerodynamics
I have noticed that nothing was published in this blog for a rather long period, and my readers have my apologies. This is largely attributed to the fact that I have had little time since the fourth year in the Read More …
[054EN] A Thermodynamic and Aerodynamic Analysis of the Condensation Over Aeroplane Wings
In humid weather, it is not uncommon to see the peculiar view of the condensation of water over the wings of aeroplanes. The explanation of such a phenomenon can be found in numerous online forums and discussion groups. However, some Read More …
[049EN]Universal Symmetric 4-Digit NACA Airfoil Form Equations
The family of NACA symmetric airfoil sees wide use in all general purposes. These geometries are usually conveniently generated by an airfoil plotter available online. However, sometimes it may be required that the shape of the airfoil to be defined Read More …
[048EN]SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation: Choked Nozzle (Part 3)
As said previously, the third and final part of this series we shall use to have a look at the presentation of CFD simulation results offered by SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation (abbreviated hereinafter as FS). Part 1 of this series is Read More …
[047EN]SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation: Choked Nozzle (Part 2)
In the previous part we have illustrated and discussed the basic set up process for a SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation CFD project. This part of the series is dedicated to the preparation of the solving process, and the actual solving process. Read More …
[045EN]SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation: Choked Nozzle (Part 1)
The SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation is an add-in to the famous middle-of-the-way 3D modelling software package SOLIDWORKS. It offers the basic CFD functions within SOLIDWORKS i.e. no need to go to another programme. This add-in is straightforward to use, as this Read More …