Vector Online - Page 3, In category Aerodromes

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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A stable approach

Vector gathered together four A-cats, with tens of thousands of landings between them, to get their advice on how to land according to best practice, rather than just ‘arrive’.

Standard overhead join

A few tips for joining overhead. Read the articleStandard overhead join

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 4 years ago

Safety in the circuit

The publication of new guidance in the AIP as to who has right of way in the unattended circuit is a good time to highlight general flying safety in this…

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 4 years ago

Bird strike

Experienced pilot Phil Welcome got the fright of his life when he took off in his Piper PA-31 Navajo from Whitianga aerodrome in March and met with a “river of…

With aerodrome safety, size doesn't matter

‘Private aerodrome’ conjures up a simple strip and little activity. Some, however, are quite complex and increasingly busy.

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 5 years ago

On watch for wildlife

Wildlife refuge areas are not marked on aeronautical charts, but the chance of a bird strike around them is much heightened. Read the articleOn watch for wildlife

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 6 years ago

Anticipate and integrate at North Shore

Understanding the needs of others at a busy mixed-use aerodrome like North Shore will go a long way to keeping you and others safe.

Posted in Aerodromes, Airspace;

Posted 6 years ago

Aerodrome markings 101

All aerodrome users should be as familiar with aerodrome markings as they are with road markings. Not knowing what they represent could lead to a dangerous situation.

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 6 years ago

Aerodrome signs 101

Pilots need a working knowledge of all aeronautical signs at aerodromes.

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 7 years ago

Taxiway signage changes

The signage at runway-holding positions is being standardised. Here’s what you need to know. Read the articleTaxiway signage changes

Posted in Aerodromes;

Posted 7 years ago

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