Outline the preparation and steps involved in a cross-country flight.

Outline should include the following:

  • Preflight planning
    • Pilot readiness
    • Aircraft readiness
  • Enroute planning
    • Weather assessment
    • Establishing checkpoints
    • Destination and alternate airport conditions
    • NOTAMs
  • Arrival planning and considerations

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Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is involved in enroute planning?
  • What are some arrival considerations?