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

AVT 121 - Instrument Pilot Helicopter Flight


Description: Flight by reference to instruments. Emphasis on instrument preflight, navigation, approach, emergency, and post-flight procedures. Includes the combination of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved flight-training device and actual flight time in preparation for FAA instrument pilot helicopter oral and practical test. TRAINING HOURS: Dual: 26.5; Ground: 35; Pre/Post: 16.5; BATD (Simulator): 8.5.

Prerequisites: AVT 120   (May be taken concurrently).

Corequisite: AVT 118 .

Credits: 4
Lab: 8

Course Content:
  1. Instrument preflight procedures
  2. Air traffic control clearances and procedures
  3. Flight by reference to instruments
  4. Navigation systems
  5. Instrument approach procedures
  6. Instrument emergency operations
  7. Instrument post-flight procedures
     

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Determine if a helicopter is airworthy for instrument flight prior to flight. (1)
  2. Interpret weather information for an instrument flight. (1, 5)
  3. Choose instrument charts for navigational use. (2, 4)
  4. Use basic instrument flight maneuvers and criteria. (3)
  5. Optimize use of radio navigation aids. (4)
  6. Prepare an instrument cross-country flight plan. (5)
  7. Employ appropriate responses to instrument emergencies. (6)
  8. Verify condition of aircraft after engine shutdown from an instrument flight. (7)

Required Assessment:
FAA Helicopter Instrument Oral/Practical.