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Non-towered airports...How do you enter the VFR pattern and what do you say at FAF on an IAP?

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When entering a non-towered airport in a VFR pattern, pilots follow a standard traffic pattern and announce their position and intentions on the CTAF. At the FAF on an IAP, pilots report their position and altitude.

Step-by-step explanation:

When entering a non-towered airport in a VFR pattern, pilots follow a standard traffic pattern that consists of entering on a 45-degree angle to the downwind leg. They should announce their position and intentions on the CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) to inform other pilots in the area. At the Final Approach Fix (FAF) on an IAP (Instrument Approach Procedure), pilots will typically report their position and altitude to air traffic control (if available) or monitor the CTAF.

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