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Pre-Departure Clearance Guide (PDC): What it is & How it Works

Pre-Departure Clearance Guide (PDC): What it is & How it Works

Unless you're a commercial pilot for an airline, the term "Pre-Departure Clearance" may be unfamiliar to you. But what exactly is it and how does it affect private pilots? Although it has some similarities to an IFR clearance, there are also significant differences.

In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about a pre-departure clearance, from what they are to how to request them.

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Commercial Pilot
How to Become a Commercial Pilot (Step-By-Step) Guide

How to Become a Commercial Pilot (Step-By-Step) Guide

Flying for fun is great, but would it not be a wonderful feeling for both you and your pocketbook if you could get paid to do what you love? A commercial pilot certificate is the ticket to being eligible to fly for hire.

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Commercial Pilot
6 Commercial Pilot Privileges and Limitations (You Must Know)

6 Commercial Pilot Privileges and Limitations (You Must Know)

Imagine you’re a freshly minted commercial pilot. Congratulations! One thing on the mind of many newly certified commercial pilots is, “How can I use this new certificate to earn some money?”

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Commercial Pilot

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