Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan
The Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in airport operations.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Introduction
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Schedule:
Topic:Time:Part 1, Introduction:0:05Part 2, Airport Operations:0:10Part 3, Airport Operations Risk Management:0:10Part 4, Airport Operations Guided Scenario(s):0:15Part 5, Conclude Lesson:0:10Remotivation/Closure:0:05Total Ground Time:0:00
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Attention Getter:
- Research a mishap case study:
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- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap.
- Relate similar personal experiences of the same type of incident/accident/mishap.
- Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario.
- Research a mishap case study:
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Motivator:
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Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Materials
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Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Weight and Balance worksheet.
- Pilot Information/Operating Handbook.
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
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Optional Materials:
- Personal Weather Minimums Worksheet.
- Instructor endorsement log.
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Reference Materials:
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91.
- Federal Aviation Regulations Part 93.
- Aeronautical Information Manual.
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook.
- Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
- Airman Certification Standards:
- Hard copies of the ACS and Oral Exam Guides are available on Amazon.
- Digital copies of the ACS are available on the FAA's website.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Instructor Actions
- Before the lesson, review reference materials.
- Part 1, Introduce the lesson:
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
- Introduce soft/rough field takeoff and climb.
- Part 2, Airport Operations:
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- Part 3, Airport Operations Risk Management:
- Introduce collision hazards.
- Introduce low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin and controlled flight into terrain risks.
- Introduce distractions, task prioritization, situational awareness, and disorientation.
- Introduce runway incursion risks.
- Part 4, Airport Operations Guided Scenario(s):
- Part 5, Conclude Lesson:
- Relate lesson to power-on stalls.
- Present the remotivation, conclude, and provide guidance for follow-on lessons.
- Review student actions required ahead of the next lesson.
- Update instructor endorsement records and the student's jacket, as required.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)
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- Related scenarios:
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Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Student Actions
- Complete the assigned readings (see content above).
- Ask pertinent questions.
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate.
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Airman Certification Standards
- Objective: To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in airport operations.
- References: AC 107-2, 150/5200-32; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); FAA-G-8082-22 (Remote Pilot - Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide).
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Airport Operations Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:-
UA.V.B.K1:
Types of airports such as towered, uncontrolled towered, heliport, and seaplane bases -
UA.V.B.K2:
ATC towers, such as ensuring the remote pilot can monitor and interpret ATC communications to improve situational awareness -
UA.V.B.K3:
Runway markings and signage -
UA.V.B.K4:
Traffic patterns used by manned aircraft pilots -
UA.V.B.K5:
Security Identification Display Areas (SIDA) -
UA.V.B.K6:
Sources for airport data-
UA.V.B.K6a:
Aeronautical charts -
UA.V.B.K6b:
Chart Supplements
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UA.V.B.K7:
Avoiding bird and wildlife hazards and reporting collisions between aircraft and wildlife -
UA.V.B.K8:
Airport and seaplane base lighting
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Airport Operations Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with:-
NA:
Reserved.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Airport Operations Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skills to:-
NA:
Not Applicable.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Airport Operations Lesson Plan Conclusion
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Re-Motivation:
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Closure:
- The FAA provides test-taking guidance and test guides on its website.
- To learn more about preparing for the practical test, visit the checkride page.
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.