Instrument Flying Lessons for Student Pilots
Develop a better understanding of aircraft instruments and the principles of flying by reference to them. These free pre-flight lessons cover flight instrument systems, instrument scanning, radio navigation and aircraft control using cockpit indications. Explore fundamental instrument maneuvers, understand how pilots maintain situational awareness, and learn the concepts behind unusual attitude recovery and partial-panel flying.
Instruments & Scanning Techniques
Understand gyroscopic and pitot-static instruments, their indications and limitations. Learn the principles of instrument scanning, cross-checking and maintaining an accurate picture of the airplane’s attitude.
VOR, ADF & Magnetic Compass
Explore radio navigation fundamentals, including VOR radials, CDI indications, ADF bearings and NDB tracking. Understand magnetic compass behavior and common indication errors.
Aircraft Control & Recovery
Study straight-and-level flight, climbs, descents and turns by reference to instruments. Learn the principles of unusual attitude recovery and partial-panel flying when instrument information is limited.
