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Instrument Flying Handbook [FAA-H-8083-15B]

$4.95

Note: This product incorporates the errata (grammar and content) corrections from the FAA that is exclusive to Rogue Air's products.

The FAA Instrument Flying Handbook is a comprehensive guide published by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for pilots who wish to obtain or improve their proficiency in instrument flight. Instrument flight is a type of flying that relies solely on the aircraft's instruments, rather than visual references outside the cockpit, to navigate and maintain flight control.

The Instrument Flying Handbook provides in-depth information on the principles, procedures, and techniques of instrument flying. It covers a range of topics including the fundamentals of instrument flight, cockpit instrumentation, navigation aids, communication procedures, weather analysis and interpretation, instrument approaches, and emergency procedures. The guide also includes chapters on the use of autopilots and advanced navigation systems.

The FAA Instrument Flying Handbook is an essential resource for pilots seeking to obtain or maintain an instrument rating, which is a certification that allows pilots to fly in weather conditions that do not permit visual flight rules (VFR) navigation. The handbook is designed to complement the FAA's Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards and is an essential study aid for pilots preparing for their instrument rating exams.

Overall, the FAA Instrument Flying Handbook is a comprehensive and detailed guide that provides pilots with the knowledge and skills they need to fly safely and effectively in instrument flight conditions.