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Private Pilot Checkride Preparation and Study Guide,Used
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**NOTE** If you receive the older (2021) Fourth Edition this is Amazon's mistake not mine! You should promptly return the Fourth Edition for a Fifth Edition replacement (free return shipping, free replacement). Please do not leave negative feedback because of Amazon's shipping mistake I have no control over this, but they will replace the wrong edition with the correct edition if you return it for a replacement. I am VERY sorry about this I have been fighting with Amazon for weeks and their customer service for authors like me is terrible!This is not the typical 'questionanswerquestionanswer' textonly format. This book is often referred to as the Cliffs Notes for the private pilot checkride. This is the prep and study guide that will help you ace your checkride! Most material is presented in easytoflashcard and memorize charts, diagrams and mnemonics. The book begins by outlining the steps to take prior to your checkride under the latest ACS including hours, training, required logbook endorsements, and then explains the rest of the exam procedure which concludes with the debriefing. The study guide then goes into greater detail for each anticipated area of the checkride including: 1. checklists to memorize (and those not to memorize); 2. airspace and VFR minimums; 3. weather (reports, clouds, winds aloft, pressure systems, thunderstorms, the GFA weather chart website, types of fog, etc.), 4. navigation, including: types of navigation, lost procedures, VOR navigation, useful websites, NOTAMs, stepbystep instructions for completing a full navigation log, etc.); 5. safety & wellness (common inflight sicknesses, rules for scuba divers, indepth explanation of sensory illusions, etc.); 6. airport signs (including marshaling signals and a complete color runway diagram, etc.); 7. documents & inspections (learn an easier way to remember TOMATOFLAMES); 8. performance (including an explanation of leaning, and detonation vs. preignition); 9. communications (towered airports, airspace transitions, calling FSS from an RCO, Class C procedure, activating flight plans, requesting flight following, etc.); 10. passenger briefing (including a sample briefing for your knee board); 11. maneuvers, takeoffs & landings (including a onepage maneuver reference card, plus a onepage list of all ACS maneuvers, takeoffs, landings, etc. which should be used during your final 3 hours of exam training with your CFI); 12. special emphasis areas (although they are now incorporated into the ACS, you should still be familiar with these areas because they are inherently tested throughout the exam) There is also a quickreference flow chart for the risk management expectations; 13. the other things to study chapter is chockfull of the miscellaneous areas that you will be expected to know such as airspeeds, altitudes, stall/spin awareness & recovery, carb icing, slips, lapse rates, Vspeeds, unusual attitude recovery, SVFR, pitotstatic system, leftturn tendencies, a detailed engine diagram with fourteen questions you should be able to answer, and much more; 14. select FAR/AIM summaries (the select rules you should be most familiar with); 15. three fullcolor sectional chart quizzes (with answer keys); 16. a chapter on going the extra mile and finally a detailed list of what should (probably) be in your flight bag. You will notice that this book is not hundreds of pages, nor is it priced as high as other books on this topic. The length is purposefully limited because you cannot effectively study and memorize hundreds of pages prior to your practical test. In addition, the size is such that you can easily take it with you wherever you go and study when time permits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main purpose of the 'Private Pilot Checkride Preparation and Study Guide'? A: The guide is designed to help aspiring pilots prepare for their private pilot checkride by providing concise, easy-to-understand material, including checklists, charts, diagrams, and mnemonics.
- Q: How does this book differ from traditional pilot study guides? A: Unlike typical question-answer formats, this guide uses a more visual approach with flashcards, charts, and diagrams to facilitate easier memorization and understanding.
- Q: Is the Fifth Edition of this guide available, and how do I ensure I receive it? A: Yes, the Fifth Edition is available. If you receive the Fourth Edition by mistake, you should return it for a free replacement, as stated in the Amazon policies.
- Q: What topics are covered in the study guide? A: The study guide covers a range of topics including checklists, airspace regulations, weather conditions, navigation procedures, safety protocols, and more, providing thorough preparation for the checkride.
- Q: How many pages does the study guide contain? A: The guide contains 96 pages, ensuring the content is focused and easily digestible for effective learning.
- Q: Who is the author of the guide, and what is their background? A: The guide is authored by Virgil Royer, who has experience in piloting and flight instruction, providing insights beneficial for prospective pilots.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The 'Private Pilot Checkride Preparation and Study Guide' is available in paperback format, making it easy to carry and study on the go.
- Q: Are there any special features included in this guide? A: Yes, the guide includes quick-reference flow charts, sectional chart quizzes, and a chapter on additional materials to help reinforce key concepts for the checkride.
- Q: When was the guide published? A: The 'Private Pilot Checkride Preparation and Study Guide' was published on January 2, 2017.
- Q: Is this guide suitable for beginners in aviation? A: Yes, this guide is suitable for beginners as it breaks down complex topics into manageable sections, making it easier for new pilots to understand essential information for their checkride.