Aviation Textbooks & Flight Guides

This manual is for use in ATPL Aeroplane Flight Planning and Performance and Loading Examinations. The handbook includes some of the performance data used for before-flight planning and in-flight operation of the Boeing 727-200 series aeroplane (B727).The layout is similar to that used by major Australian airlines.

This book is included in AFT’s AFPA and APLA Theory Courses.

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Human Performance has become one of the problem subjects for the CPL candidate. This book keeps you up to date on the type of questions that are being asked in the cyber examination. Constantly revised.

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One of the most requested books on aviation meteorology. Packed with excellent diagrams and lots of good photos. This book includes a thorough coverage of operational meteorology. Final tests use the newly released CASA VFR [Day] exam workbooklet as a source for ARFOR and TAF questions.

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This book covers all areas of the CASA syllabus for both PPL and CPL navigation. It includes a very comprehensive section on the use of radio navigation aids. As usual it is packed with good quality diagrams and revision questions and tests, all with fully explained answers.

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This book is packed with hundreds of good quality diagrams and photographs. Regular revision exercises with fully explained answers are provided. Used by hundreds of students to prepare for the CASA Aerodynamics examination.

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Air Law is one of the great challenges for students of aviation. The CASA Air Law syllabus has recently been revised and this book covers the new syllabus requirements fully. All references are kept up to date because small print runs allow constant revision. The most up to date air law guide available in Australia.

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This book covers all of the requirements for the Syllabus for the CPL General Knowledge Cyber Examination. Packed with hundreds of high quality diagrams, entertaining text, progress tests and final practice exams.

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A very comprehensive text which revises all of the PPL performance syllabus and goes on to add those areas that are required at the CPL level. All exercises and tests are accompanied by fully explained and, where calculations are involved, full worked answers.

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PART 61 Regulations Update: With CASA introducing the new Part 61 Reg changes on the 1st September, the BAK textbook will cover the new Recreational Pilot Licence Syllabus.

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Bob Tait’s PPL book is designed to take the student from the BAK level to the CASA PEXO Exam for Private Pilot Licence. Hundreds of exam standard questions including the sample questions from the CASA question data base which were released by CASA to help students prepare for the PEXO Exam.

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The complete guide to all radio communications including use of the radios, phraseology and standard calls for all VFR operations. Note: the radio calls and procedures are also available on CD-ROM.

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Written by well-known New Zealand instructor Wally Wagtendonk, this book offers a fresh look at primary and intermediate helicopter training.

Filled with exceptionally clear, high-quality illustrations, Principles of Helicopter Flight is suitable for students of light helicopters, from homebuilts and R22’s up to small turbine helicopters.

This book is included in AFT’s CADH Theory Course.

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This is a most important area of study for a modern pilot. This volume has been specially prepared to meet the requirements of professional pilots – whether they are flying single-pilot IFR or as a member of an RPT crew. The book covers, and in some areas leads, the CASA syllabus for CPL and ATPL examinations in Human Factors. Full colour and case bound.

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This is the FAA’s “official” helicopter and Gyroplane manual containing useful information for helicopter pilots.

Systems, aerodynamics and operations are covered for both helicopters and gyroplanes, as well as human factors, common errors, instrument & night operations, and basic and advanced manoeuvres.

This book is included in AFT’s CFPH Theory Course.

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The IFG is the instrument pilot’s version of the VFG. A useful, and easily accessible collection of useful operational information. It is published annually but updated whenever significant changes occur.

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This is a home study text designed to prepare students for the CASA PEXO Exam for IREX.

400 pages packed with good quality diagrams and simple entertaining text. It includes hundreds of exam standard questions all with carefully explained answers and up-to-date references.

While it is not intended as a correspondence course, candidates are welcome to contact Bob Tait direct for personal attention via e-mail with specific questions that may arise during their study.

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This book has been written to cover the syllabus of theoretical knowledge for the RAA-AUS pilot certificate. It has been written especially for the beginner and does not presuppose any previous knowledge of aviation.  Each chapter of the book ends with a series of questions designed to test your comprehension of the material covered.  All questions are accompanied by detailed explanations of the answers.

It does not pretend to be a manual on how to fly a particular aircraft, but it will prepare you well for your instructor’s pre-flight briefings as you progress through your flying training.

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An Instrument Rating is the basis for professional standards of piloting whether for private or commercial use.

This comprehensive volume assembles all of the knowledge needed to complete the syllabus of training for the CASA Instrument Rating Examination (IREX) and to understand the principles of operation, accuracy and limitations of navaids, the aircraft systems and the human pilot.

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Pilots operate in a dynamically changing and potentially risky weather environment. But does the atmosphere have to be a threat?

To some extent it always will be, but pilots who have good knowledge of it, treat it with respect, keep their eyes open, and prepare adequately will enjoy safe and efficient flight.

Pilots need to frequently refresh their knowledge of the weather by comparing what is observed with what is forecast and by studying all aspects of the weather by viewing and comparing radar and satellite images and weather maps to gain an overall appreciation of likely weather events.

A clear understanding of local-scale influences on the weather is essential for all pilots, especially since significant atmospheric variations at low levels commonly adversely affect aircraft performance. In particular, convective activity, orographic features, lines of trees and seemingly insignificant obstacles can generate turbulence and wind shear of critical significance to aircraft performance, making low-level operations difficult and risky.

It is wise for a pilot to be aware of the limitations of forecasts and other guidance material. Be aware that although weather forecasts are based on the best advice available, accuracy can only be assessed after the event.

Most studies into aircraft accidents report that about half are weather related. The most common errors contributing to accidents are:

• failure to prepare adequately with respect to understanding relevant meteorological conditions;
• inability to equate forecast weather with that experienced;
• failure to assess deteriorating weather conditions in time to permit a safe alternative course, particularly with regard to higher ground;
• failure, by VFR pilots, to realise the risk of disorientation as a result of attempting to fly into non-visual flight conditions.

Understanding the material presented in this manual and constantly refreshing meteorological knowledge will go a long way in preparing pilots for safe and enjoyable flight.

This book is included in AFT’s CMET and AMET Theory Courses.

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Commissioned by CASA, this publication covers the Human Performance and Limitations Syllabi for the Private and Commercial Pilot Licences.

The Human Performance part of the training syllabus is their to help you make the most of your own natural abilities. A knowledge of how we function, of our strengths and limitations, is just as important as understanding the systems in the aeroplane.

This book is about the craft of piloting – a craft which has been painfully built up over almost a century. It contains many practical examples of past triumphs and troubles which it is hoped will make it interesting reading, rather than just an exam text.

This book is included in AFT’s AHUF Theory Course.

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