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by billkirk888
Mon Jan 16, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: Pilots
Topic: ATC frequency clarification
Replies: 7
Views: 6253

Re: ATC frequency clarification

Thanks, Guys. At least now I know I'm not missing something on my end. Apreciate the responses.

Bill
by billkirk888
Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:22 pm
Forum: Pilots
Topic: ATC frequency clarification
Replies: 7
Views: 6253

Re: ATC frequency clarification

Is there any way to determine what APP frequency is in use at a given airport before being handed off by Center?
by billkirk888
Sun Jan 15, 2012 2:49 pm
Forum: Pilots
Topic: ATC frequency clarification
Replies: 7
Views: 6253

Re: ATC frequency clarification

Thanks for the response, Alex.

So if I understand correctly, don't pay too close attention to the Center frequencies on the maps as they may be substituted depending on various factors. Let's say I lose connection with Center on the assigned frequency at some point. If I tune to the closest Center ...
by billkirk888
Sun Jan 15, 2012 2:09 pm
Forum: Pilots
Topic: ATC frequency clarification
Replies: 7
Views: 6253

ATC frequency clarification

Howdy,
I have 2 questions with regard to ATC frequencies:

1) I am able to find Center Frequencies on the Low Enroute maps. When planning my flight, I look for the closest Center location to my Dep. Airport, however that frequency isn't always the one APP hands me off to. Question is - If I were to ...
by billkirk888
Sun Oct 02, 2011 4:07 am
Forum: Pilots
Topic: center frequencies
Replies: 2
Views: 2965

center frequencies

With multiple Center frequencies, when flying from a non covered ATC area into a covered ATC area - which Center frequency should be used? This may be shown on maps somewhere, however I've yet to find it.

Thanks for the help,
Bill
by billkirk888
Sun Sep 25, 2011 9:07 am
Forum: Pilots
Topic: considering a 'frequent flier' program
Replies: 41
Views: 34240

Re: considering a 'frequent flier' program

Thanks for the reply, Keith. I am not a real world pilot, however I have been flying sims since the Comodore 64 version was introduced eons ago. I have been flying online when it was first available, and have never looked back. I enjoy as much realism as a simulator can offer, and fly the more ...
by billkirk888
Sun Sep 25, 2011 5:26 am
Forum: Pilots
Topic: considering a 'frequent flier' program
Replies: 41
Views: 34240

Re: considering a 'frequent flier' program

I'll pose an alternate thought..

For myself, I am intrigued by the benefits Pilot Edge offers. Unfortunately due to work and family schedule, I don't have the time I would like to spend online flying. I'm guessing I'll be lucky to find 1, possibly 2 nights a week where I have time to dedicate ...
by billkirk888
Fri Sep 23, 2011 5:02 am
Forum: Pilots
Topic: Squawk box (will it be replaced?)
Replies: 1
Views: 2151

Squawk box (will it be replaced?)

Once the service goes live, will Squawk box be replaced with a PilotEdge application, or will we continue to use Squawkbox?

Thanks,
Bill Kirkland