Written for fair-weather fliers, this book provides Visual Flight Rules (VFR) pilots with an emergency reserve of basic Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capability the bare-boned essentials of instrument flying techniques and procedures urgently needed to survive an encounter with low-visibility IFR conditions. Included are complete instructions in a simplified hands-off flying technique that minimizes the risk of loss of control when outside visual clues are lost. The physiological causes of spatial disorientation are explained, giving valuable insights into IFR’s most treacherous aspect. Also discussed is how pilots can communicate effectively with air traffic control.