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About This Product - Quick Q&A
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Who is this program
designed for?
Whether you are a student working on your IFR rating, or a highly
experienced IFR pilot who flys in the system all the time - you will find
real, practical benefit in this program. It's a great way to sharpen your
IFR skills, knock off the rust after a layoff or prepare for your IPC.
(If you are looking for a program to help you pass the FAA test, it might
not be for you as it focuses on practical IFR-flying techniques and
proficiency.)
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How is it different
from other training videos?
First, we deliver these programs on your computer, using the latest
multimedia technology and e-learning techniques. Programs delivered in this
format are shown to dramatically increase understanding and retention.
Second, we aren't rehashing the regulations! You will learn from one of the
best IFR flight instructors in the business, with tons of tips and practical
experience to share with you.
Learn from
the best:
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Doug Stewart was the "National
Certificated Flight Instructor of the Year” in
2004. A Master Certified Flight Instructor, Gold
Seal Instructor and Designated Pilot Examiner - he
is based at the Columbia County Airport (1B1) in
Hudson, NY. He owns and operates his own flight
school specializing in instrument training and has
logged over 8000 hours of dual instruction given,
with over 2000 hours of that being instrument
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How will I benefit
from this program?
Flying single pilot IFR
is one of the greatest challenges in general aviation. This program examines
the risks and gives you concrete tools and tips
to help you fly IFR with safety and confidence.
Throughout the
program, you will be exposed to the real and unique challenges of single pilot
IFR. Doug's stories, techniques and lessons are
based on thousands of hours teaching IFR pilots.
He will have you better prepared
to manage your next IFR flight and ready to react to situations and
potential hazards that can arise on a typical flight.
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What will I learn?
Doug
takes you from preflight to post flight and everywhere in between. Workshops
include:
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SPIFR Preflight
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Pilot IFR flight requires extra preparation. Doug walks you through the
P.A.V.E. checklist and highlights the critical aircraft and pilot items
that must be checked before every flight.
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Flight Planning
Considerations
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are many factors that affect your route. Weather is the most obvious
one, but there are additional items you should look at. Doug reveals the
"not so obvious" factors that must be considered.
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GPS Tips for IFR
Flight
- GPS is a
great tool and can reduce workload during an IFR flight. If used
improperly, however, it can increase workload and lead to serious
trouble. Doug provides operational tips to ensure your GPS is your ally.
He also points out the common mistakes he sees
during training flights that can get you in trouble.
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Staying Busy to
Stay Ahead - Part One
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flying can be extremely demanding, especially Single Pilot IFR
operations. To stay ahead of the workload, you must stay busy. Doug will
teach you 2 questions you can use to stay ahead of the workload.
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Staying Busy to
Stay Ahead - Part Two
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plenty you can do during the enroute portion of your flight that will
keep you out of trouble and have you better prepared to fly your
approach. Topics include working with ATC, monitoring weather and
selecting the approach.
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Briefing the
Approach
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three most important things you can do during an IFR flight are (1)
brief the approach (2) brief the approach (3) brief the approach. Doug
will walk you step-by-step though this process to help you derive the
most from your briefings.
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Building IFR
Proficiency
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the demands of IFR flying, it is important to develop a plan for
building and maintaining a high level of proficiency. Doug will explain
the steps you can take to become a capable and confident pilot flying in
the instrument world.
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What do I get?
Your
Single Pilot IFR package includes the following:
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CD-ROM -
contains the 7 SPIFR workshops described above.
These multimedia programs run on any computer.
Simply slide in the disk and a menu will appear. No
installation or downloads required! The workshops
feature audio, graphics, illustrations, animation
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2 Audio CDs -
contain audio recordings of the 7 SPIFR workshops.
Listen to these disks in your car. A great way to
make use of driving time and reinforce the lessons. |
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Durable Case -
disks are packaged in a hard sided case to protect
your investment.
Transcripts -
Word-for-word
transcripts are provided for
all workshops (in PDF format). Print them
out – a great place to take notes and review the material.
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Bonus if you order now!
If you order today, we will
include 7 additional workshops and 2 more audio CDs as a free bonus.
This is a limited time offer.
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Bonus #1: SPIFR Teleseminar Audio CD
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Listen to
this recording of a live teleconference where Doug Stewart answers
pilots' questions about IFR flying. Topics include GPS, planning,
weather, tools, ATC, approaches, equipment and proficiency. |
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Bonus #2: Expert Accident Analysis Workshops
- Aviation Safety Expert Bob Martens examines 2 fatal
accidents that highlight the risks of flying Single Pilot IFR. He also
reviews the lessons learned and provides tips for preventing these types
of accidents. Two workshops provided in both audio CD and multimedia
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Bonus #3: Hazardous Attitudes Workshops
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This is an entertaining discussion
of a very serious topic. Doug Stewart examines the five "Hazardous
Attitudes" (defined by the FAA) and explains how they can get you in
serious trouble as well as how to recognize and cope with them.
Five workshops provided in both audio
CD and multimedia (CD-ROM) formats.
Bonus #4: Transcripts -
transcripts are provided for the 7 bonus workshops and SPIFR
Teleseminar recording.
These bonuses are
a $119 value - FREE if you order today! |
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How To
Order
We offer 2 convenient
options to purchase this program:
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Option 1: Shipped to your door - $97
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Includes all SPIFR and bonus material:
- 2 CD-ROMS containing 14
workshops
- 4 audio
CDs
containing 4 hours of audio
- Transcripts
of all material in pdf format
- Runs on PC or
Mac
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Option
2: Download Version - $47 |
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Includes the same material as the CD version (SPIFR workshops, bonus
workshops, 4 hours of audio and transcripts) in download format.
Note: dial-up internet users should not choose this option as download
times may be excessive.
- Easy download format
- 216 MB total download
- Audio in MP3 format
- Runs on PC or Mac
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You A
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IFR Pilot.

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