Description
Principles of Flight and Aircraft General by David Cockburn is part of the Pooleys Part-FCL PPL guide series. It gives a student what is needed to pass the two ground exams on aeroplane principles of flight and aircraft general, without the detail needed for commercial licence exams.
It is written in an easy-to-read style and can also serve as a refresher for qualified pilots. The latest edition is the 2nd Edition, May 2022.
Key features
- Chapters 1 to 5 provide the material for the Principles of Flight exam
- Chapters 6 to 14, together with Chapter 4, cover the Aircraft General syllabus
- Chapter 7 is not currently required for PPL theory exams but holds essential information for certain differences training
- Revised and increased specimen questions, including general revision questions at the ends of Chapters 5 and 14
- New chapter on propulsion systems, with turbine and electric engines described for the first time
- Additional material to help with differences training for more complex aeroplane types
Important information
The most important parts, especially those relating directly to safety, are covered in detail, while less vital topics are covered only enough for a basic understanding. Pilots must refer to the Flight Manual and other official documents for accuracy and confirmation before flight. This book is not amended as legislation changes.
About the author: David Cockburn served for many years in the Royal Air Force as a pilot and flying instructor, with nearly 6000 flying hours. He holds a UK Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence, has worked as a ground instructor in professional flying schools and has received awards for his work to improve General Aviation safety.
