Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) • PTS Area I, Task B

The Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan covers the instructional objectives required by FAA-S-8081-9E.

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Introduction

  • Schedule

    Topic:
    Time:
    Attention/Motivator:
    0:05
    Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
    0:05
    Part 2, PTS Objective Instruction:
    0:45
    Part 3, Demonstration and Teaching:
    0:30
    Part 4, Guided Scenario:
    0:20
    Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:
    0:05
    Remotivation/Closure:
    0:05
    Total Ground Time:
    0:00

  • Attention Getter:

    • Present an IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) teaching scenario in which safety or learner understanding depends on effective instruction in human behavior and effective communication.
    • Ask the instructor applicant to identify the first instructional decision that will shape the outcome.

  • Motivator:

    • To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of human behavior and effective communication as it applies to the teaching/learning process by describing:

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Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Materials

  • Required Materials:

    • Writing instrument and instructional surface.
    • FAA-S-8081-9E, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane and Helicopter.
    • Lesson plan, student training record, and applicable instructor records.

  • Optional Materials:

    • Model-specific Pilot's Operating Handbook or Airplane Flight Manual (POH/AFM).
    • Current IFR charts, procedures, weather information, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), and electronic flight bag, as applicable.
    • Airplane, approved aviation training device, cockpit procedures trainer, or classroom teaching aids, as appropriate.

  • Reference Materials:

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Instructor Actions

  • Before the lesson, review the reference materials, applicable airplane limitations, and the instructor applicant's preparation.
  • Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
    • Present the attention getter and motivator.
    • Use retrieval questioning to have the learner explain Area of Operation I, Task B, and the Practical Test Standards.
    • State the lesson objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of human behavior and effective communication as it applies to the teaching/learning process by describing:
  • Part 2, PTS Objective Instruction:
    • Teach how human behavior affects readiness, participation, judgment, and learning. (CFII.I.B.1)
      • control of human behavior. (CFII.I.B.1a)
      • human needs. (CFII.I.B.1b)
      • defense mechanisms. (CFII.I.B.1c)
      • the flight instructor as a practical psychologist. (CFII.I.B.1d)
    • Teach and model effective communication throughout ground and flight instruction. (CFII.I.B.2)
      • basic elements of communication. (CFII.I.B.2a)
      • barriers of effective communication. (CFII.I.B.2b)
      • developing communication skills. (CFII.I.B.2c)
  • Part 3, Demonstration and Teaching:
    • Give the applicant learner profiles reflecting unmet needs, anxiety, frustration, defensive behavior, or reduced motivation and require an instructional response that respects boundaries and preserves safety.
    • Require the applicant to encode a clear message, select an appropriate medium, solicit feedback, listen actively, and verify shared meaning rather than assume understanding.
    • Introduce jargon, conflicting verbal and nonverbal cues, environmental distraction, or a communication barrier and assess whether the applicant identifies and resolves it.
    • Emphasize that an instructor supports learning and recognizes concerning behavior but does not diagnose or provide mental-health treatment.
  • Part 4, Guided Scenario:
    • Lead the guided scenario and evaluate organization, technical accuracy, risk management, learner engagement, and every applicable PTS objective.
  • Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:
    • Review the objective, instructional strengths, risk-management decisions, and items requiring additional practice.
    • Present the re-motivation and closure.
  • Update instructor records and the instructor applicant's training record, as required.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Guided Scenario(s)

  • Present an instrument learner whose frustration and defensive response are masking confusion about a procedure; require the applicant to address the behavior without humiliating the learner. (CFII.I.B.1)
  • Add a communication barrier and require the applicant to restate, demonstrate, question, listen, and verify understanding. (CFII.I.B.2)
  • Conclude with a learner-centered assessment and instructor self-critique addressing both the instructional result and the interpersonal approach.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Student Actions

  • Complete assigned readings and prepare a lesson plan with objective, content sequence, teaching aids, assessment, and completion standards.
  • Teach every applicable PTS objective accurately and in learner-appropriate language.
  • Identify, assess, mitigate, and teach risks associated with the task.
  • Explain or demonstrate applicable procedures while maintaining positive control, observing the learner, and correcting errors appropriately.
  • Use effective questions, check understanding, conduct a learner-centered assessment, and perform an instructor self-assessment.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Practical Test Standards

Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Practical Test Standards

  • Source: FAA-S-8081-9E, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane and Helicopter.
  • Area I, Task B: Human Behavior and Effective Communication.
  • Area note: The evaluator shall select at least Tasks E, F, and G and one other Task.
  • References: FAA-H-8083-9.
  • Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of human behavior and effective communication as it applies to the teaching/learning process by describing:
Objective Elements 2 PTS Elements
  • CFII.I.B.1:
    Human behavior—
    • CFII.I.B.1a:
      control of human behavior.
    • CFII.I.B.1b:
      human needs.
    • CFII.I.B.1c:
      defense mechanisms.
    • CFII.I.B.1d:
      the flight instructor as a practical psychologist.
  • CFII.I.B.2:
    Effective communication
    • CFII.I.B.2a:
      basic elements of communication.
    • CFII.I.B.2b:
      barriers of effective communication.
    • CFII.I.B.2c:
      developing communication skills.
Flight Instructor Instrument (Airplane) Human Behavior and Effective Communication Lesson Plan

Conclusion

  • Re-Motivation:

    • Effective instruction in human behavior and effective communication builds sound instrument judgment, technical competence, and safe operating habits.

  • Closure:

    • Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
    • Assign study materials for the next lesson.