I haven't quite gotten to x-ctry flights yet, but
I'm curious and love to learn about anything that
is coming up.

That's an excellent attitude.

So, I sat down and just explored a bunch of sites and what they have.
Each one is a little different.
The knee-board from AOPA is nice, but doesn't have all freqs in use (e.g.
AWOS).
Airnav is missing something (also some things known locally at W29).
So, this is why I'm curious about insuring that I get the
best info from the best place - DEVELOPING GOOD HABITS and all.

The best pre-flight (and in-flight) info is obtained from a variety of
sources.

1. Flight Service. In this age of pop-up TFRs, get a weather briefing
before each flight. While you're talking, ask about NOTAMs (Notices To
Airmen), because they'll tell you the little "surprise!" things (like a
runways that's closed for crack-sealing, that the airport manager forgot to
call in.). Don't forget to ask specifically about all TFRs.

2. Airnav is an excellent, very thorough site, run by a real GA supporter,
Paulo Santos. You will find this site more and more valuable as your
experience grows.

3. Your Sectional Chart will have most of the pertinent radio frequencies
for your flight. (Caution: Approach frequencies for center, and a lot of
the "oddball" frequencies for approach, are NOT on your sectional chart.)

As you learn more, all of this stuff becomes intuitive (really!), and you
will find that much of what you currently find essential is actually
superfluous. But that comes with experience, so -- for now -- keep getting
all your ducks in a row before each flight.

Good luck!
--
Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"