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VFR into IMC: A Real-life Close Call

Some pilots seem to underestimate the dangers these conditions pose. It can come as a shock when things really start to go downhill. Video from ASI's online course, VFR into IMC https://www.aopa.org/lms/courses/vfr-into-imc

This video was prepared by the AOPA Foundation under award NA12NWS4680015 from the National Weather Service, U.S. Department of Commerce. The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Weather Service or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Running time: 02:09.

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