Ever tried requesting a "pop-up" IFR flight plan, only to find ATC too busy to accommodate? In this week’s video, I’ll show you how to file an IFR flight plan mid-air—a crucial technique I had to use when descending through a scattered cloud layer that unexpectedly turned into an overcast sky at my destination. Instead of starting my descent early, I stayed at altitude as long as possible, but when ATC couldn’t offer a pop-up IFR, this simple tip saved the flight. Plus, I’ll share a special moment as one of my early mentors is honored with the Charles E. Taylor Award from the FAA. Got a question? Email me at info@ Check out my book “Hangar Tales…” on amazon: Check out the Aero-Mach family of companies: #generalaviation #avgeek #aviation #ifrflight #flight #flighttraining