Transcript title

Flight Planning

Credits

3

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

40

Lecture hours

20

Other hours

20

Prerequisites with concurrency

AV 210 or AV 215.

Course Description

Covers principles and operation of technologically advanced avionics systems and flight planning software in modern aircraft. Provides classroom discussion and hands-on training in programming and flight planning and using electronic flight instruments, electronic flight bags, navigation radios, information systems, and technology safety/risk management.

Course learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic flight planning terminology and techniques.
2. Demonstrate ability to use electronic flight planning and information systems software and displays.
3. Describe and demonstrate functions and uses of Foreflight.
4. Identify electronic display type malfunctions, identify the source, and take appropriate corrective action.
5. Incorporate advanced technology risk assessment and management into flight planning tasks.

Content outline

1. Basic Navigation Review
2. GPS systems
3. Electronic Navigation Principles
4. Information Systems
5. Electronic Flight Planning tools
6. Advanced Avionics Risk Management

Required materials

Requires textbook and/or online learning materials.