General Aviation and Density Altitude
Notice Number: NOTC1281

Trivia question: What is the temperature for a "Standard" day in Albuquerque, NM? Answer: Would you believe about 40°F! And when was the last day this year that Albuquerque had a temperature of 40°F? April 28 at 3:59 a.m. The next "Standard" day may not be until October. 

The article about General Aviation and Density Altitude, which you can find at this link:

https://faasafety.gov/files/notices/2008/Jul/GASafety_and_DAlt.pdf

is written by pilots/engineers, so it gives some great insight into the problems we face as General Aviation pilots pertaining to density altitude. We invite you to read and ponder this article before you plan your next flight this summer.

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