Understanding the World of Flight
In the world of aerospace, the concepts may be overwhelming. Let’s break them down.
Weight and Balance
Why are the concepts of Weight and Balance so important to pilots? Listen in and find out for yourself. This activity includes a template for the airplane and some challenges to try.
Parts of an Airplane
When a pilot is about to take a flight, he/she will perform a Preflight to make sure the plane is ready to fly. But that means a pilot has to know the parts of their plane. Let's take a look at the parts of a plane!
Four Forces of Flight
Learn about the four forces of flight that act on an aircraft. Each force is demonstrated with a simple experiment that can be done at home.
Fundamentals of Flight
Lesson One
Flight Operations
Lesson Two
Radio Communications
Lesson Three
Aviation Weather
Lesson Four
Aircraft Performance
Lesson Five
Flight Planning
Lesson Six
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Florida Aviation Historical Society
