This page contains
pilot tools used in training as well
as in everyday aviation needs. These
tools include calculators and converters,
concept builders, POH's, and other training
literature.
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Calculators and Converters
Unit Converter
The Speed Finder™
Did you know that your maneuvering, stall, best rate, & best angle of climb speeds change with the actual versus gross weight of the aircraft? Input any one of these speeds in the table, along with your gross weight, and actual weight of the aircraft to find the Speed at your current weight!
Concept Builders
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The Pattern Finder™
Having trouble understanding how a traffic pattern works? This tool will help you understand traffic patterns by creating real interactive examples of various legs in the traffic patern.
The Crosswind Component Chart
Determines how an indirect crosswind affects the aircraft as a direct crosswind.
The Density Altitude Chart
Density altitude is pressure altitude corrected for non-standard temperatuire. This chart helps determine density altitude using pressure altitude and temperature.
The Koch Chart
Determines effects of density altitude on aircraft performance.
The Load Factor / Stall Chart
This chart shows how a specific bank angle will effect load factor and stall speed. As bank angle increases, so will load factor and stall speed.
Forms
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FAA Form 8710-1
New Airmen Certificate and/or Rating Application. May be filled out in Adobe Acrobat, then printed out.
FAA Flight Plan Form
Standard form used by the FSS for filing a flight plan.
IFR Flight Plan Form
Useful tool in planning an IFR flight.
VFR Flight Plan Form
Useful tool in planning a VFR flight.
Private Pilot Resources
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Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
In depth operating procedures published by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Airplane Flying Handbook
In depth procedures for maneuvers and other operating information for pilots, published by the FAA.
Airplane Weight and Balance Handbook
In depth weight and balance theory and control published by the FAA with many examples.
Federal Aviation Regulations
Governing Rules and Procedures for aviation.
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Basic theory's, concepts, and knowledge required to attain the Private Pilot Certificate.
Cessna 172 Maneuvers Guide
A practical guide to memorizing and understanding the Private Pilot Maneuvers and their procedures.
Instrument Rating Resources
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Instrument Flying Handbook
Basic theory's, concepts, and knowledge required to attain the Instrument Rating.
Instrument Procedures Handbook
Procedures, Standards, and Rules for Instrument Operations .
Navigation Simulator
Learn how to use VHF Omni-Directional Ranges (VORs), Automatic Direction Finders (ADFs), and Horizontal Situation Indicators (HSIs) and more!
Testing & Other Resources
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Airworthiness Directives
Government published maintenance and inspection requirements for all aircraft .
FAA On-line Knowledge Test
Practice the FAA written exams to increase your proficiency before taking the actual test.
FAA On-line Knowledge Test (II)
A different presentation of the exams above. Take your test from both sites and score a 90% or higher and you'll score very well on the real test!
Pilot Operating Handbooks
Many Pilot Operating Handbooks are available here to download for your convenience. The most important sections of these books have been extracted and saved in Adobe Acrobat Format . To download a POH, simply select the desired handbook in the drop-down menu below and click go.
Practical Test Standards are the printed standards by which all pilots are tested by when applying for a new certificate or rating. These documents show exactly what the FAA expects from you for a specific certificate or rating. To download a PTS in Adobe Acrobat format, simply select the desired document in the drop-down menu below and click go.
Current students, registered with Pilotinside.com have access to the following learning tools. You must have a username and password to access the items within this menu. If you are a current student with pilotinside.com but do not yet have a username and password, call us at (866) 637-4568 to have one assigned.
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E6-B Flight Computer
A Flash version of the popular E6-B Slide Computer created by the Univ. North Dakota, used by pilots to compute navigational and rate related information.
Multi-Engine Flow Trainer (BE-76)
An excellent program developed to help students learn multi-engine procedures in the fastest and most effective way possible.
PilotHead! Practical Exam Preparation
An excellent game-show style approach to learning valuable knowledge, necessary for students to pass their oral exam for the Private Pilot Certificate.
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