Chapter 1 Flashcards
Discovering Aviation (52 cards)
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
The branch of the government that governs aviation
Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
The rules that apply to all areas of aviation that you must always abide
Fixed Base Operators (FBOs)
An airport facility that supplies pilots with varies services such as snacks, airplane maintenance, renting, refueling, and parking.
Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)
Someone who instructs students at a flight school and helps them achieve their aviation certificates
Student Pilot Certificate
A certificate that legally allows a student to eventually fly solo and achieve his PPL
Medical Certificate
The legal registration, given out by an aviation medical examiner, that signifies someone is medically fit to fly
Third-Class Medical
A medical certificate that only allows a person to fly under very specific regulations. You cannot fly commercially with a TCM, and it expires after 60 calendar months for anyone under the age of 40, and 24 calendar months over the age of 40
Second-Class Medical
A medical certificate that allows a pilot to fly as a commercial pilot and anything below that. Expires after 12 calendar months regardless of your age.
First-Class Medical
A certificate required for flying among the airlines, and denotes physical fitness for any other form of aviation. Expires after 12 calendar months under the age of 40, and 6 calendar months over the age of 40.
BasicMed
If qualified, you can continue flying even if your medical expires, as long as your previous medical certificates have not been suspended, revoked or withdrawn. One of the requirements for BasicMed is a valid U.S drivers license.
Pilot in Command (PIC)
The person fully responsible, and is the final authority as to, the operation of the aircraft.
Category
A broad classification of aircraft: Airplane, rotorcraft, glider
Class
A more specific variation of aircraft:
Single-engine land, multi-engine sea
Flight Review
Specific training every 24 calendar months, post PPL, to keep your understanding and flight skills current (Minimum requirements: 1 hr ground + 1 hr flight training)
Refresher Training
The action of catching up on aviation information, especially if you have not flown in a while. Furthermore, building experience in areas of aviation you may not be entirely familiar with (night flying or flying to a large and busy airport)
Mountain Flying
The action of flying in high-elevation areas and in mountainous regions. Proper training is essential for this specific type of flying.
Acrobatic Flight Training
A high-intensity flight training designated to intense maneuvers and can improve overall pilot proficiency.
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to general aviation. Provides extensive information to its members, such as pilot information, legal services, and loan programs.
Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
A significant association in general aviation that inspires innovative ideas in aircraft design, construction, and flight technique.
Civil Air Patrol (CAP)
A non-profit organization with three primary missions: aerospace education, cadet programs, and emergency services.
Aircraft Checkout
An action that takes place when a pilot is unfamiliar with a specific aircraft design, and that pilot receives transition training to become accustomed to said aircraft.
High-Performance Airplane
An airplane with an engine with more than 200 horsepower.
Complex Airplane
An airplane with retractable landing gear, flaps, and a controllable-pitch propeller.
Tailwheel Airplane
An airplane with a small wheel situated under the tail of the aircraft. This slight difference in design from a tricycle gear aircraft presents numerous other challenges and requires training in aircraft alike.
