Aviation

ATOMATOFLAMES

Definition:

Pilot mnemonic for the minimum VFR equipment under FAR 91.205(b): Anti-collision, Tachometer, Oil pressure, Manifold pressure, Altimeter, Temperature, Oil temperature, Fuel gauge, Landing gear position, Airspeed, Magnetic compass, ELT, Seat belts.

Context & Usage

Standard checklist taught in private-pilot and aviation-fundamentals courses. Foreign-trained pilots and aviation-ops trainees see it referenced.

Examples

ATOMATOFLAMES preflight
VFR day requirements

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GUMPS MEL (Minimum Equipment List)

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