Attention:
- Discuss airspace in training or typical operating area
- Relate similar personal experiences
Motivator:
- National airspace system encompasses all of the airspace within the United States
Overview:
Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
National Airspace System:
0:40
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:10
Total Ground Time:
1:00
Required Materials:
- Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard
Instructor Actions:
- Review Airman Certification Standards
- Class Alpha airspace information
- Class Bravo airspace information
- Class Charlie airspace information
- Class Delta airspace information
- Class Echo airspace information
- Class Golf airspace information
- Special use airspace information
- Other airspace information
- Conclusion/Remotivation
Student Actions:
- Complete assigned reading (see content above)
- Ask pertinent questions
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate
Private Pilot - National Airspace System Airman Certification Standards:
- Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Section I, Task E by exhibiting satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with the National Airspace System (NAS) operating under VFR as a private pilot
- References: 14 CFR parts 71, 91, 93; FAA-H-8083-2; Navigation Charts; AIM
National Airspace System Knowledge:
The applicant must demonstrate an understanding of:PA.I.E.K1:
Types of airspace/airspace classes and associated requirements and limitations-
PA.I.E.K2:
Charting symbology PA.I.E.K3:
Special use airspace (SUA), special flight rules areas (SFRA), temporary flight restrictions (TFR), and other airspace areas
National Airspace System Risk Management:
The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, encompassing:-
PA.I.E.R1:
Various classes and types of airspace
National Airspace System Skills:
The applicant demonstrates the ability to:-
PA.I.E.S1:
Identify and comply with the requirements for basic VFR weather minimums and flying in particular classes of airspace -
PA.I.E.S2:
Correctly identify airspace and operate in accordance with associated communication and equipment requirements -
PA.I.E.S3:
Identify the requirements for operating in SUA or within a TFR. Identify and comply with SATR and SFRA operations, if applicable
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