Publisher's Synopsis
"Whether you fly for pleasure, business, or are seeking a career in aviation, the Instrument Rating is your ticket into the full spectrum of the airspace system and the key to maximizing the functionality of your pilot certificate. This book provides everything you need to know to safely fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). Instrument Flying covers all the needed aeronautical knowledge and skill, from basic attitude flying to navigation, meteorology, and the actual IFR maneuvers flown in the air. You will master the preflight preparations required for instrument flight before learning IFR departure, en route, terminal and approach procedures. Both conventional "steam gauge" and glass cockpit instruments are covered. The eighth edition of this comprehensive textbook has been updated to reflect current rules, procedures, and FAA Airman Certification Standards. Hundreds of full-color il