AVTN 2510 Private Pilot Ground School
This course includes the study of Federal Aviation Regulations, flight dynamics, meteorology, navigation, and airport operations. This course is designed to fulfill the ground school requirement for the FAA Private Pilot Certificate. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- FAR Part 61 – private pilot airmen knowledge
- Aviation opportunities
- Human factors in aviation
- Airplane systems
- Aerodynamic principles
- Weather theory and reports
- Flight environment
- Flight safety
- Airports
- Aeronautical charts
- Airspace
- Radio communications
- Air traffic control services
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Explain the requirements of FAR Part 61
2. Discuss aviation opportunities and human factors in aviation
3. Describe airplane systems, aerodynamic principles, weather theory, weather reports, and the flight environment.
4. Explain the concepts of and processes related to flight safety, airports, aeronautical charts, airspace, radio communications, and air traffic control services.
Other Information
Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:
Required texts include: Jeppesen Private Pilot Kit, Pilot Operating Handbook (Cessna 152)