Pilot Short Story: Confused in the Clouds @AirSafetyInstitute
Pilot Short Story: Confused in the Clouds  @AirSafetyInstitute
Uploaded June 2022 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
In a new series from the AOPA Air Safety Institute we are highlighting the intimidating reality of accidentally flying into IMC conditions (VFR into IMC). ASI Vice President of Operations and CFI Paul Deres recalls his experience becoming disoriented during an NDB approach.

Listen as he discusses the insidious nature of spatial disorientation in IMC, even succumbing to this as an experienced instrument-rated flight instructor.
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Pilot Short Story: Confused in the Clouds

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