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Instrument Maneuver Spotlight: Approach Brief
Before every instrument approach, a well-executed brief is essential for staying ahead of the airplane and ensuring a safe, stable arrival. This month’s spotlight focuses on the Approach Brief, a concise but structured review of critical approach elements including navigation, altitudes, and missed approach procedures. This briefing sets the tone for precision and preparedness in IMC.

Quiz: IFR Departures
This month's quiz tests your knowledge of IFR departures, from obstacle departure procedures and standard instrument departures to departure clearances and real-world ATC expectations. These five questions highlight situations that instrument pilots encounter regularly.

New AIM Now Available, Highlights a Simple Way to Improve IFR Proficiency
The FAA has released Change 3 to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), effective July 9, 2026. While this update includes only a handful of revisions, it's a good reminder to make sure you're always referencing the latest guidance—and Sporty's makes that easy.

ODP Versus VCOA (Visual Climb Over Airport)
Every airport that has a published instrument approach has also been surveyed for departures. It’s assumed that an aircraft will cross the departure end of the runway (DER) at 35 feet AGL, and climb to 400 feet AGL on runway heading, with a climb gradient of 200 feet per NM.

Webinar Video: Understanding Vertical Guidance on IFR Approaches with Bruce Williams
Join instructor instructor and IFR Focus contributing author Bruce Williams as he explains the three primary types of vertical guidance used on today's IFR approaches.
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