- Magnetic Compass
- Construction
- Errors:
- Variation
- Deviation
- Northerly Turning
- Acceleration / Deceleration
- Oscillation
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can explain the various errors and how to compensate for them.
Ground School Lesson 3 - Radio Navigation
OBJECTIVE:
The student will learn the principles of radio operation and navigation by reference to radio aids.
Content:
- Navigational Radios:
- VOR/LOC/ILS
- ADF
- DME
- Marker Beacons
- Radio Navigation:
- Position Locating
- Tracking
- Intercepts
- Time/Distance to station
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can accurately described how to identify his/her location, intercept and track radials/radials using VOR, ADF and other radio navigation aids.
Ground School Lesson 4 - Holding Patterns
OBJECTIVE:
The student will learn how to enter holding patterns and remain within protected airspace. Additionally, he/she will be introduced to tracking flight patterns similar to procedure turns and instrument approach procedures.
Content:
- Holding Patterns
- Other Patterns
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can correctly described the recommended entries into holding pattern procedures. He/she shall also be familiar with other types of patterns to be flown.
Ground School Lesson 5 - Approach & ATC Procedures
OBJECTIVE:
The student will learn the elements of the instrument approach and associated ATC procedures.
Content:
- Instrument Approach Construction:
- Segments of the Approach
- Fixes associated with the approach
- Checklist use and aircraft operation during various segments of the approach
- ATC Phraseology and Procedures During the Approach
- Missed Approach Procedures
- Reading Approach Plates:
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student is familiar with the elements of Instrument Approaches and Associated ATC Procedures.
Ground School Lesson 6 - Meteorology
OBJECTIVE:
The student will become proficient that obtaining, interpreting, and analyzing Aviation Weather Reports.
Content:
- Aviation Weather Reports:
- Sequence Reports
- Radar Reports
- Pireps
- ATIS
- PATWAS and other automated reports
- Personal Observations
- Aviation Weather Forecasts:
- Terminal Forecasts
- Area Forecasts
- Sigmets & Airmets
- Winds Aloft
- Weather Charts
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can obtain, interpret, and analyze weather reports and forecasts without instructor assistance.
Ground School Lesson 7 - Federal Aviation Regulations I
OBJECTIVE:
The student will learn Federal Aviation Regulations applicable to cross-country flying under Instrument Flight Rules.
Content:
- FAR 61:
- Recent Experience
- Medical
- FAR 91:
- Equipment Requirements/Checks
- Filing a Flight Plan
- Fuel Requirements
- Alternate Requirements
- Takeoff/Landing Minimums
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can demonstrate by oral questioning that he/she has a working knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulation pertaining to Instrument Flight in the National Airspace System.
Ground School Lesson 8 - Federal Aviation Regulations II
OBJECTIVE:
The student will become familiar with Federal Aviation Regulations and Procedures to be used during emergencies and equipped failures during IFR flight.
Content:
- Communication Failure
- Navigation Radio Failure
- In Flight Emergencies:
- Fire In Flight
- Partial & Total Electrical Failure
- Unforcast Ice
- Passenger Illness
- Other
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can describe how to safely complete a flight despite equipment failures and emergencies that allow continue flight.
Ground School Lesson 9 - Flight Planing & Aircraft Performance
OBJECTIVE:
The student will become proficient at planning an IFR flight using information from weather sources, the aircraft flight manual, the Airmans Information Manual and personal observations.
Content:
- Flight Planing:
- Route Selection
- Time En route
- Fuel Requirements
- Alternate Selection
- Aircraft Performance
- Completion of a Flight Log
- Filing a Flight Plan
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the student can independently and correctly plan an IFR flight without instructor assistance.
Ground School Lesson 10 - Written Test
OBJECTIVE:
To determine applicant readiness for the practical past. The student will complete a written test with a minimum passing store of 80 percent correct answers.
Content:
Completion Standards:
The lessons is complete when the applicant has satisfactorily completed the written test with a minimum passing score of 80 percent correct answers.
Ground School Lesson 11 - Review
OBJECTIVE:
Review and discuss any weak areas in preparation for the practical test.
Content:
- As Determined by the Instructor
Completion Standards:
The lesson is complete when the instructor is satisfied that the applicant is prepared for the oral portion of the practical test.
Ground School Lesson 12 - Review Paperwork
OBJECTIVE:
To ensure that all required records and documents are in order for the flight test. Any subjects requiring additional review may also be discussed.
Content:
- Personal Records:
- Pilot Certificate
- Medical Certificate
- Application (8710-1)
- Logbook/Endorsements
- Notice of Disapproval (if applicable)
- Examiners fee
- Aircraft Records/Documents:
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Registration
- Operating Limitations
- Radio Station License
- Weight & Balance
- Flight Manual
- Airframe & Engine Logbooks
- Equipment:
- View Limiting Device
- Charts
- Computer & Plotter
- Flight Plan Form
- Flight Log Form
- Current AIM
- Headsets/Adapter Box (if required)
Completion Standards:
This session is complete when all the items listed have been checked and made ready for the practical test.
