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Pick your destination! Check your local weather forecast for the departure airport and arrival airport. Note any incoming storms or special weather phenomenon.
The link below is a great place to start!
https://forecast.weather.gov/

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Review the manufacturer guidelines for the type of aircraft that you intend to fly.
Look at runway length, pressure altitude, VFR capabilities, and ability to withstand winds.

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Plan out a route with your flight planning software. Observe radar data and prognostic charts. Note weather such as Jet Streams, high winds, thunderstorms. Pick an appropriate flight time.
Find charts here!
https://aviationweather.gov/progchart

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Review pilot materials.
Review TAFs, METARs, PIREPs, SIGMETs, for your airport and areas along your flight route.
Make adjustments to your route if needed. Stay Safe!
See https://www.aviationweather.gov/ for all related advisories for forecasts.

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Evaluate all your information. Combine with your skillset and aircraft type. Are you skilled enough to handle this flight and the forecasted weather? Should you bring an instructor with you? Do you have emergency supplies? OR Should I complete a flight to a different destination? Should I fly another day? While questions like these may lead to inconvenient consequences, what matters most is STAYING SAFE! Do not be afraid to reschedule! You matter!

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During flight pay attention to the weather around you. Keep a device capable of receiving weather information and PIREPS. Heed all warnings. Make adjustments. Warn others and stay safe.

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