Private Pilot (Airplane)
Taxiing and Sailing Lesson Plan

Introduction:

Attention:

  • Research a mishap case study:
  • Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap
  • Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap
  • Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario

Motivator:

  • Traffic Pattern procedures develop the ability to stay safely and efficiently arrive at an uncontrolled airport, or after arrival, utilize the traffic pattern
  • The traffic pattern is comprised of several components which standardized flow of aircraft, at a specific altitude within the terminal area
  • This standard flow allows for predictability in an otherwise extremely dangerous environment
  • The traffic pattern is the ultimate goal which began with the rectangular course with many hazards

Overview:

Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Taxiing:
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30

Required Materials:

  • Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard

Instructor Actions:

Student Actions:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Traffic Patterns Airman Certification Standards:

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Private Pilot (Airplane) Traffic Patterns Knowledge:

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Traffic Patterns Risk Management:

The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Traffic Patterns Skills:

The applicant exhibits the skill to:
  • PA.III.B.S1:

    Identify and interpret airport/seaplane base runways, taxiways, markings, signs, and lighting.
  • PA.III.B.S3:

    Correct for wind drift to maintain the proper ground track.
  • PA.III.B.S4:

    Maintain orientation with the runway/landing area in use.
  • PA.III.B.S5:

    Maintain traffic pattern altitude, ±100 feet, and the appropriate airspeed, ±10 knots.
  • PA.III.B.S6:

    Maintain situational awareness and proper spacing from other aircraft in the traffic pattern.

Re-Motivation:

Closure:

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

Conclusion: