AVP 141 - Principles of Flight I
Description:
Basic knowledge of airplanes and their systems, aerodynamics, flight safety, airports, aeronautical charts, airspace, radio communications, air traffic control services, and aviation regulations. A minimum grade of B- (80%) is required to earn an FAA graduation certificate in AVP142.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisite: AVP 221.
Credits: (4)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Upon successful completion of AVP 141 Principles of Flight I, the student will be able to:
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The student will:
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1. Describe how aerodynamic principles affect basic flight performance of a typical light airplane.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 3 of GFDPP1, and chapter of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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2. Identify and describe the operation of the major components and systems of a typical light training airplane.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 2 of GFDPP1, and chapter 2 of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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3. Recognize and recall the various U.S. Federal aviation regulations applicable to Private Pilot flight operations.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 1A of GFDPP1, and chapters 1A and 12 of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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4. Correctly describe basic VFR weather minimums.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 4D of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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5. Identify procedures and recognize general airport layout, signs, markings, and visual aids, and interpret basic airport symbols on aeronautical chart excerpts.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 4BC of the GFDPP1, and chapter 4BC of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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6. Recognize the effects of the human physiological and decision-making limitations on flight safety and identify the strategies needed to counter them in flight.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 1C of the GFDPP1, and chapter 1C of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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7. Identify the correct radio communication procedures and ATC services for VFR airspace in the U.S. National Airspace System.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 5 of the GFDPP1, and chapter 5 of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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8. Describe the basic meteorological processes and weather hazards applicable to the flight environment.
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Answer assigned questions from chapter 6 of the GFDPP1, and chapter 6 of AKTG2, online Canvas tests, reviews and other assignments.
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Cumulative and Final Assessments
The student will correctly answer at least 80% of the questions on each of the following:
• Stage 1 Exam - GFDPP Ch.2,3,6(p44-46); AKTG Ch.2,3,6 (#61 to 69), and others sections-see schedule
• Stage 2 Exam - GFDPP Ch.1,4,5AB,6; AKTG Ch. 1,4,5AB,6 and others sections-see schedule
• Final Examination (cumulative, entire course)
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