VFR Advisories Around DC

After reading Don Brown's latest article at AvWeb
(http://avweb.com/news/columns/187318-1.html), I got to thinking about
my new neighborhood.

I'll soon be plying the skies around the Washington DC area VFR. I'm
new to the area and it seems like it's pretty hazy most of the time,
so flight following would be real nice. Can anybody offer advice on
the availability and quality of VFR advisories at Potomac Approach and
Washington Center?

I realize the scene changes with the time of day, day of week,
weather, controller personality, etc. And I also understand that it's
*my* job to see and avoid. Just looking for that extra help hand in
the thick stuff.

-Scott

"Scott Lowrey" wrote in message om...

I'll soon be plying the skies around the Washington DC area VFR. I'm
new to the area and it seems like it's pretty hazy most of the time,
so flight following would be real nice. Can anybody offer advice on
the availability and quality of VFR advisories at Potomac Approach and
Washington Center?

Unless you're way far out, Washington Center doesn't enter into it. Potomac
Approach controls just about all the controlled airspace in the DC/Baltimore
metroplex.

The availability is sporadic. The ADIZ puts an incredible strain on things. You
can always ask...

Scott,
Check NOTAMS!
File an ADIZ flight plan or you will get a close up inspection of a
Blackhawk. You will loose your license if this happens.
It is hazy in the summer and Potomac Approach is busy due to the ADIZ
load. Good radio procedure is essential.
If you are flying into or out of the ADIZ your will be talking to
Potomac Approach they cannot refuse service.

Michelle

Scott Lowrey wrote:

After reading Don Brown's latest article at AvWeb
(http://avweb.com/news/columns/187318-1.html), I got to thinking about
my new neighborhood.

I'll soon be plying the skies around the Washington DC area VFR. I'm
new to the area and it seems like it's pretty hazy most of the time,
so flight following would be real nice. Can anybody offer advice on
the availability and quality of VFR advisories at Potomac Approach and
Washington Center?

I realize the scene changes with the time of day, day of week,
weather, controller personality, etc. And I also understand that it's
*my* job to see and avoid. Just looking for that extra help hand in
the thick stuff.

-Scott



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Volunteer Pilot, Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic

Volunteer Builder, Habitat for Humanity

Michelle P wrote:
If you are flying into or out of the ADIZ your will be talking to
Potomac Approach they cannot refuse service.

They refuse service to inbound ADIZ traffic all the time. They just don't
answer your radio calls.

--- Jay



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Scott Lowrey wrote:

After reading Don Brown's latest article at AvWeb
(http://avweb.com/news/columns/187318-1.html), I got to thinking about
my new neighborhood.

I'll soon be plying the skies around the Washington DC area VFR. I'm
new to the area and it seems like it's pretty hazy most of the time,
so flight following would be real nice. Can anybody offer advice on
the availability and quality of VFR advisories at Potomac Approach and
Washington Center?

I realize the scene changes with the time of day, day of week,
weather, controller personality, etc. And I also understand that it's
*my* job to see and avoid. Just looking for that extra help hand in
the thick stuff.

-Scott

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