2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]

AVT 109 - Private Pilot Helicopter Ground I


Description: Fundamentals of aerodynamics, helicopter operation and performance, and instruments.

Prerequisites: Admission to Program.

Credits: 2
Lecture: 1
Lab: 2

Course Content:
  1. Instruments
  2. Aerodynamics
  3. Flight
  4. Weight and Balance
  5. Performance
     

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Identify basic helicopter components, systems, and instruments. (1)
  2. Explain the principles of basic aerodynamics. (2)
  3. Explain the primary principles of helicopter flight. (2,3)
  4. Use a POH performance manual. (5)
  5. Calculate helicopter weight and balance. (4,5)
     

Required Assessment:
  1. Oral exams.