On 10/03/07 16:39, kevmor wrote:
So I spent a couple years studying IFR regulations, procedures, etc.
and after I got my IFR rating, I didn't look at anything IFR related
for many months. Then one day I went up with a CFI, and I couldn't
remember basic things such as the 1-2-3 alternate airport
requirements. Anyone know of anywhere that has these important
regulations in a document, like a PDF refresher card, etc? I was
shocked how fast I forgot stuff...


Yes... I fell into the same trap. After my check ride, it was about 5 months
until I joined the flying club and asked for an instrument check-out. I was
really astonished at the level of loss I experienced. It took me a couple
months of brush-up lessons before I was able to pass an IPC and get the
sign-off.

One thing that I found very helpful is an instrument check ride preparation
book by Darren Smith:

http://www.geocities.com/cfidarren/buy.htm

Of course, nothing is better than getting out and flying in the system, but
short of that, I would suggest flying complete flights, beginning to end on
MSFS. This will help you to stay sharp on any part of the flight you wish
to use the simulator for. For example, you can brush up on your procedures,
navigation, button pushing, holding, etc.

One problem with this is that I can't practice the use of the GPS used in
the club planes, as there is no simulator available. However, the club is
finally replacing the GPS units with Garmin GNS 430 units for which simulators
are available.


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Mark Hansen, PP-ASEL, Instrument Airplane, USUA Ultralight Pilot
Cal Aggie Flying Farmers
Sacramento, CA