- PPL Aircraft General and Principles of Flight
Aircraft (General)teaches you all you need to know about the systems of a modern light aircraft, so that you can fly your aircraft efficiently and safely, while exercising proper care of the aeroplane itself. Systems covered include the electric, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems, its engine and its instruments.
For those who fly, a thorough knowledge of the Principles of Flight is also essential if they are to fully appreciate the flight characteristics of their aircraft and become safe and proficient pilots. This interactive, graphically-rich computer-based training (CBT) course provides pilots, whether student or qualified, with an effective and enjoyable method of studying, and testing themselves in, the scientific principles upon which flight depends.
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Information Lessons: 23 Questions: 276 Duration: 574 min Size: 813 MB Engines and Systems
Airframes
Landing Gear / Tyres / Breaks
Engines General
Engine Cooling
Lubrication
Ignition Systems
Carburation
Aero Engine Fuel and Fuel Systems
Propellers
Engine Handling
Electrical System
Vacuum System
Flight Instruments
Pressure Instruments
Gyroscopic Instruments and Magnetic Compass
Engine Instruments
Engine Instruments
Airworthiness
Airworthiness
Principles of Flight
The Atmosphere
Sub-sonic Airflow and The 4 Forces on an Aircraft
Aerofoils and Lift and Drag
Lift Augmentation and Stability
Flight and Trimming Controls
Stalling and Spinning
Flight and Ground Limitations