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An ILS Approach After 14 Years – A Journey Through Time and Skills

  Shooting an ILS approach after 14 years. It was on Microsoft flight simulator, but it was worth knowing, it was consoling to know that I still know the things. I decided to fly out from Lakefront airport, as I was familiar with the environment. I decided to fly out to Gulfport airport which is just over 50 nautical miles from Lakefront airport at New Orleans. It was the flight path which was flown by me when I did my first cross-country flight. I asked for an IFR clearance and it was given as cleared for Gulfport airport as filed asking me to climb to 3000 feet. I was on runways 18R and decided to keep the climate foggy to get a real feel of using the ILS approach. I put in the throttle and climbed out, after a positive rate of climb I made a left turn to 067 degrees. The GPS showed that the airport was 54 NM from here. Since it was all white outside there was not anything to look around except to track the instruments. It was easy to maintain the altitude however, it was difficu...

Top 10 Problems Faced by the Present World

Introduction In an era of unprecedented technological advancement and global connectivity, the world faces a multitude of profound challenges that threaten the stability and well-being of societies across the globe. Climate change accelerates environmental degradation, while economic inequality deepens, exacerbating social tensions. Health crises, both chronic and emergent, strain healthcare systems and disrupt lives. Political instability, marked by conflicts and authoritarianism, destabilizes regions and fuels migration crises. The rapid pace of technological disruption leaves many unprepared, widening educational and digital divides. Amid these pressing issues, human rights violations persist, and sustainable development remains an elusive goal. As we navigate these complex problems, understanding their interconnections and seeking collaborative, innovative solutions becomes imperative for shaping a resilient and equitable future. Climate Change and Environmental Degradation Global ...

The Impact of Playing Mobile Games: A Focus on PUBG

 PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) became a sensation in India, drawing millions of players and sparking both admiration and controversy. The game's immense popularity even led to a government ban due to concerns about its impact on players, particularly the youth. The effects of playing mobile games like PUBG are multifaceted, encompassing both potential benefits and drawbacks. Positive Effects of Playing Mobile Games Cognitive Benefits Enhanced Reflexes: Fast-paced games like PUBG can improve reaction times and hand-eye coordination. Strategic Thinking: Players develop strategic planning skills, learning to make quick decisions and adapt to changing scenarios. Problem-Solving: The challenges in the game require players to think critically and solve problems efficiently. Social Interaction Teamwork and Collaboration: Multiplayer games encourage teamwork and communication as players must collaborate to achieve common goals. Global Connectivity: Players can connect with ...

The Digital Dating Revolution: A Double-Edged Sword

In recent years, the digital landscape has witnessed an explosion of dating apps such as Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, and a myriad of others. These platforms have revolutionized the way people meet, connect, and form relationships, fundamentally altering the dating scene. While they offer unprecedented convenience and a plethora of choices, they also come with their own set of challenges and criticisms. The Rise of Dating Apps The rise of dating apps can be attributed to several factors: Convenience: Dating apps offer a quick and easy way to meet potential partners without the need for elaborate planning or the awkwardness of initial face-to-face interactions. Accessibility: With a smartphone, users can browse through numerous profiles, increasing their chances of finding a match. Diverse Options: Apps cater to various preferences and demographics, providing tailored experiences for different users. Pandemic Impact: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of dating apps as people ...

Wild Wild Punjab Take You on a Wild Drive with a Bitter Lesson for Heartbreakers

On Saturday weekend, me and my wife watched the movie Wild Wild Punjab.. The name kind of resemble Wild Wild West that was starred by Will Smith few years back. It was my decision to watch this movie. After a long time, I decided to watch a Hindi movie. It is not a completely Hindi movie, rather a mix of both Hindi and Punjabi. The creator of the movie made a sensible choice with language to cater to both type of audience. I must say it is one of the best Hindi movie that I have watched since ages. The most amazing part was the ending of the movie. It was not a completely good good happy ending, rather an ending that logically should have been as per the storyline. It is a light hearted comedy movie and yes it can be watched with kids for except for few double meaning humor, the movie overall runs smoothly. The fact that kids of today's age knows everything, there is nothing in the movie that can be said outwordly. Varun Sharma has acted well, even though, I have watched his movie ...

Ban Personal Cars Save The Environment: Love with Cars Killing Cities

It is easy for me to say this as I do not have a personal car. Standing at a traffic light stoppage, I looked around and found five cars Infront of me in which only one person was sitting. Two of these five cars were big enough to seat 7 people. While observing them, it is the thought that came to my mind that can things become easy and smoother if we impose a complete ban on the usage of cars for personal use. Well, this is an impossible thing to even think, and it is a crime to talk about it or to implement it. Counting Cars with Single Occupancy A few days back, I came to the phase six bus stand in Mohali to drop off a friend of mine. He was to catch a bus for Anandpur Sahib. Standing right in front of the Verka plant at around 6 in the evening, nearly half an hour passed and no bus was coming. Actually this is the peak rush hour, as we call it, when so many people are coming out and rushing from their work/office to their home. There was a long traffic jam and the movement was almo...

Fly with Electronic Ignition System from Electroair, Boosts Performance and Efficiency

 I saw this advertisement of electroair electronic ignition systems on the website of EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2024. I clicked on this advert and decided to have a detailed look at it. Here is my observation of the surfing I did. The main page of the website details what this electronic ignition system is and here is what they said: The electronic ignition system has been designed to power piston experimental aircraft. An increase in useful power and lower fuel consumption is promised through this new ignition system. This system is developed by Jeff Rose who is himself an experimenter. Having electronic ignition system for aircraft has been thought of since many years, however, this man took the next step than just thinking of such a concept. Back in 1992, Jeff Rose decided to create something which at that time many thought was impossible. There is an explanation on how he came out with electronic ignition system. Since I am not an engineer or a technical person, it is difficult fo...