150. Palo Alto Procedure NA

Sometimes the published procedure notes make no logical sense. How can an approach be forbidden under IFR when you could fly the exact same path VFR safely? Will you follow the letter of the law or trust your eyes and a PAPI—or use some other combination of techniques—to reach your destination in the dark?

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In this month’s scenario, after darkness falls, you discover that your destination has an approach procedure that is not authorized (NA) at night. Test your knowledge about approaches at night by taking this quiz.

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John Krug’s 27 years of experience as an Air Traffic Controller combined with his experience as an active flight instructor and charter pilot, allow him to assist pilots in gaining a better understanding of the ATC system and how to best operate in it. While with the FAA, he was an On-the-Job-Training Instructor for new controllers and worked as a Quality Assurance Specialist, responsible for conducting in-flight evaluations of the Air Traffic System and investigating accidents and incidents. John was given The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award in December 2024 for 50 years of dedicated service in aviation safety.