AVP 104 - Program Transition

Description:
Introduction to the FAA approved CWU aviation flight program for new students holding an FAA Private Pilot certificate. Course includes both ground and flight evaluation and instruction. By instructor permission.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: must hold an FAA private pilot certificate.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Using all available resources, plan and execute cross country flights in the National Airspace System
Demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and aeronautical experience necessary to meet the requirements for a private pilot certificate with an airplane category rating and a single-engine land class rating
Determine various airplane performance parameters and loading values using charts, graphs, and tables provided by the manufacturer in the Pilot Operating Handbook of a typical light training airplane.
Describe the principles of pilotage, dead reckoning, and basic radio navigation (including VOR & ADF).
Discuss the basic physiological limitations applicable to private pilot flight operations and identify the appropriate actions to reduce or eliminate their effects.
Discuss and describe aeronautical decision making.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/19/23

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: EllensburgSummer Locations: Ellensburg