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Aeronautical Knowledge

This sections provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. It introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. Except for the Code of Federal Regulations pertinent to civil aviation, most of the knowledge areas applicable to pilot certification are presented. This section is useful to beginning pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates.

It is essential for persons using this section to become familiar with and apply the pertinent parts of 14 CFR and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). You can get a physical copy of the FAR/AIM at online retailers such as Amazon. The current Flight Standards Service airman training and testing material and learning statements for all airman certificates and ratings can be obtained from www.faa.gov, or you can scroll down further for more information on additional training aids published by ASA.

  1. Introduction to Flying
  2. Aeronautical Decision-Making
  3. Aircraft Construction
  4. Principles of Flight
  5. Aerodynamics of Flight
  6. Flight Controls
  7. Aircraft Systems
  8. Flight Instruments
  9. Flight Manuals and Other Documents
  10. Weight and Balance
  11. Aircraft Performance
  12. Weather Theory
  13. Aviation Weather Services
  14. Airport Operations
  15. Airspace
  16. Navigation
  17. Aeromedical Factors

The information found in this section is based upon the information found in the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge published by the FAA.

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Rod Machado's Private Pilot Handbook -Flight Literacy recommends Rod Machado's products because he takes what is normally dry and tedious and transforms it with his characteristic humor, helping to keep you engaged and to retain the information longer. (see all of Rod Machado's Products).

 

 
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