AVAT11001 Aviation Theory I

This course provides the basic aeronautical knowledge theory required by commercial pilot students wishing to undertake the CASA General Flying Progress Test, and the air law theory required by commercial pilot students wishing to undertake the CASA CPL examination. Topics covered include aerodynamics, aircraft systems, air law, meteorology, navigation, loading, performance, and radio telephony, and documentation, pilot licences and ratings, air service operations, aerodromes, airspace classifications, air traffic control and flight service, and Handling Emergencies. In addition to the recommended printed materials, students must obtain the current issues of CAO, CAR, CAAP, AIP, ERS(A). This documentation is available from Air Services Australia in Melbourne.