Instrument Ground School 01: Spatial Disorientation

Spatial disorientation can be a dangerous challenge for pilots, especially those working toward their instrument rating. In this must-watch video, I break down what spatial disorientation is, why it happens, and how to recognize and overcome it, and explain ICEFLAGS. As the first video in my 14-part Instrument Pilot Ground School series, this lesson is crucial for building a strong foundation in your instrument training. It's already helped many pilots successfully pass their instrument checkride and navigate the skies safely. Don't miss out on this essential knowledge-watch now and ensure you're prepared for anything in the cockpit!
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[@alizain20]

Most under-rated aviation channel on YT. Love the content man.

[@londonmoren9611]

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[@hunterfagan6272]

The cup of water demonstration is such a good idea

[@kelseytiang]

It was taking me a little min to fully understand and be able to explain these illusions. This video helped so much. Thank you. 10/10

[@highendaudio]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@user-rc5pf8ds8z]

Genius explanation !

[@downwindchecklist6567]

Thx for the video. I am not yet ready with the PPL and already considering further ratings. I am sure to watch the next videos in the series and the channel. Great idea with the glass of water!

[@JeremyMyersmusic]

Great job on this video. I made a flash card with ICE FLAGS to help study. One thing I understand but thought maybe a little more info would have been good on is the Graveyard Stall/Spin situation. I know this video is about the physical effects and maybe that's why it wasn't included, but the how the Graveyard Stall/Spin happens aerodynamically on the plane. Most people who are at instrument level probably understand that so my comment is probably pointless. lol I really like the humor you add to the video. Keep at it!

[@WalidFeghali]

Dude. Amazing tutor.

[@christianakl7487]

Awesome!

[@AeroNerd]

Which part? Thinking of remaking some of these videos. Thanks!

[@christianakl7487]

I love how you take a complex topic and make it simple with an example. When I used to teach CFII’s the best advice I could give was to keep complex topics simple. More complicated words and long explanations sometimes means less learning. Our job is for the student to grasp the concepts so that when they go back and look at a book to study they grasp the concepts and can build upon that.

[@kadedokken8738]

Really helped, thanks

[@jp4163]

Wow... great videos! Thank you.

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Thank you!

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Great job!

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[@AeroNerd]

You too!!

[@rodneyjackson2454]

Good video

[@adrianchapa6439]

I have a question Air pressure decreases with altitude more rapidly in cold air compared to warm air. is this true or false?

[@AeroNerd]

False. Even if we are in perfect atmospheric conditions (I’m assuming we are only referring below the tropopause), the rate of temperature change can very with fronts, or uneven heating of the earths surface, plus you have the rotation causing all kinds of temperature/pressure changes. But the Normal temperature curve you may have heard as the adiabatic/lapse rate 3*C/1,000 ft is true but only on PERFECT standard days. As far as pressure side of things, losing 1” of mercury per thousand feet ALSO only in perfect conditions. Temperature inversions can cause low pressure conditions as temp increases as you climb, then suddenly when flying out of the inversion, you’re back in cooler air which the pressure drops again. I probably went a bit deeper than what you were asking and I hope I didn’t confuse you even worst 😅 but I would say false because there is just TOO many moving parts in the atmosphere for me to agree that air pressure will always and only decrease at a certain rate compared to air temperature.

[@basel9898]

@@AeroNerd thanks for that u help me alot for my checkRide will by on 20th this month.

[@Amerikanin2numarali_ustasi]

@@AeroNerd cold air denser hence per feet you gain you`ll loose more pressure in cold air than hot air

[@sheiladikshit5110]

great vid! easy to follow, quick and to the point.