A safe flight starts with proper planning.
There is nothing so exhilarating as the sense of awe and freedom that flying brings. Before you take to the skies, however, you should make sure that you have made all the necessary preparations for an enjoyable and safe personal flight.
Plan your route, be aware of current and forecasted weather conditions, ensure you have all the necessary equipment, documentation and supplies, tell your loved ones where you are flying out of and what your intended destination is, fuel up, and get ready to soar.
Check out some useful websites below to help your planning.
| Website | Description |
|---|---|
| Sykvector.com | Aeronautical charts (VFR and IFR) and route planning. |
| NOAA Surface Prog Charts | |
| NOAA Skew-T Reports | |
| NOAA GFA Tool | Graphical weather forecasting tool. |
| NOAA Aviation Weather Center | |
| Navmonster.com | "The GA Pilot's Pre-Flight Website". |
| FAA TFR Map | Map of TFRs. |
| FAA NOTAM Search | Search for NOTAMs by location, route, etc. |
| Airnav.com | Information on airports and navaids. |
| 1800wxbrief.com | File flight plans and receive official (and documented) weather briefings. |
| 100LL.com | Search for the best 100LL fuel prices. |