Originally written in 1970 as an Advisory Circular and last updated in 1999, this new FAA-H-8083-30 handbook replaces AC 65-9A and reflects current operating procedures, regulations, and equipment. This book was developed as the first of a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for mechanic certification with airframe or powerplant ratings, or both - those seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Certificate, also called an A&amp;P license. An effective text for both students and instructors, this handbook will also serve as an invaluable reference guide for current technicians who wish to improve their knowledge. This edition contains information on mathematics, aircraft drawings, weight and balance, aircraft materials, processes and tools, physics, electricity, inspection, ground operations, and FAA regulations governing the certification and work of maintenance technicians. New to this edition is a section addressing how successful AMTs incorporate knowledge and awareness of ethics, professionalism, and human factors in the field.

Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics General Handbook (Ea-Ac 65-9A)

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Astronomy & Space Science

Aviation Maintenance Pub

This Airframe volume was developed as the second in a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for mechanic certification - those seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Certificate, also called an A&amp;P license. An effective text for both students and instructors, this handbook will also serve as an invaluable reference guide for already-certificated technicians who wish to improve their knowledge. This FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 65-15A contains information on aircraft structures and systems, including assembly and rigging, fabric covering, paint and finishing, structural repairs, welding, ice and rain protection, hydraulic and pneumatic power systems, and the systems for landing gear, fire protection, electrical, instrument, communications and navigation, and cabin atmosphere control.

Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics: Airframe Handbook (Ea-Ac 65-15A)

This operational handbook introduces the basic skills necessary for piloting seaplanes, skiplanes, and helicopters equipped with floats or skis. It is primarily intended to assist pilots who already hold private or commercial certificates and who are learning to fly these aircraft types. It is also beneficial to rated seaplane pilots who wish to improve their proficiency, pilots preparing for flights using ski-equipped aircraft, and flight instructors engaged in the instruction of both students and transitioning pilots. The book introduces the future seaplane or skiplane pilot to the realm of water operations and cold weather operations, and provides information on the performance of procedures required for the addition of a sea class rating in airplanes. Previously published in the Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3), this information has since been removed from that text (with the introduction of the FAA-H-8083-3A). The Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook features full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, as well as straightforward discussions and explanations for: --Rules, regulations and aids for navigation --Principles of seaplanes --Water characteristics and seaplane base operations --Seaplane operations (preflight, takeoffs, landings) --Performance --Skiplane operations --Emergency open sea operations --Float and ski equipped helicopters

Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski-Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook (2025): FAA-H-8083-23 (ASA FAA Handbook Series)

Engineering & Transportation

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Transportation

Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.

The FAA's "Plane Sense" introduces current or prospective aircraft owners and operators to basic information about acquiring, owning, operating, and maintaining a private aircraft. This handbook is a valuable reference tool for anyone who would like to review the nuts and bolts” of general aviation, outlining the rules, regulations, and practical aspects of owning and operating your own airplane. This full-color manual covers subjects such as aircraft owner responsibilities, obtaining FAA publications and records, buying an aircraft, special flight permits, light-sport aircraft, aircraft maintenance, maintenance records, airworthiness directives (ADs), and the Service Difficulty program. Appendices provide comprehensive FAA contact information and a regulatory guidance index. Websites, sample forms, and checklists are used throughout to provide additional resources and serve as quick reference tools. Pilots, Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) and Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) will find this FAA handbook a valuable resource. Plane Sense will help you make sense of all the paperwork associated with aircraft ownership and operations.

Plane Sense: General Aviation Information (2025): FAA-H-8083-19A (ASA FAA Handbook Series)

Adhering to a reputation for excellence, this definitive manual of the latest civil aviation directives has been fully updated and indexed to clearly reflect all the changes in the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) over the past year. In addition to the regulations, AIM procedures, and redrawn AIM illustrations, this reformatted edition also includes a study guide for specific pilot certifications and ratings, a pilot/controller glossary, the NASA Aviation Safety reporting form, important FAA contact information, and a free e-mail service that accounts for regulation changes throughout the publication year via the Aviation Supplies &amp; Academics website. A combined FAR/AIM index is also included.

FAR/AIM 2011: Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM series)

This handbook presents the latest civil aviation regulations gathered from the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) for airline transport pilots, air carriers, dispatchers, flight engineers, and flight crew. All regulations that have changed since the last release are precisely marked and indexed to provide a clear listing of subject matter and to refer pilots and staff to the correct paragraph or regulation number. Free updates are provided throughout the year and a study list of pertinent regulations for flight crew is included.

FAR/FC 2011: Federal Aviation Regulations for Flight Crew (FAR/AIM series)

As the most accurate and reliable regulatory reference on the market for aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs), this volume of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and relevant Advisory Circulars clearly marks all changes from the previous year. Additional AMT references from the FAA Advisory Circular publication makes this the most comprehensive regulations book available for aviation technician and repair centers. All data is indexed by subject matter and features the regulations from the original government text. Reformatted for better legibility, this edition offers access to a free e-mail service that posts FAR updates throughout the year.

FAR/AMT 2011: Federal Aviation Regulations for Aviation Maintenance Technicians (FAR/AIM series)

Adhering to a reputation for excellence, this latest edition of civil aviation directives has been fully updated and indexed to clearly reflect all the changes in the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) over the past year. In addition to the regulations, AIM procedures, and redrawn AIM illustrations, this reformatted edition also includes a study guide for specific pilot certifications and ratings, a pilot/controller glossary, the NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System form, important FAA contact information, and free downloads and e-mail alerts of updates published in the Federal Register throughout the year via the ASA website. A combined FAR/AIM index is also included.

FAR/AIM 2012: Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM series)

Reference

This handbook presents the latest civil aviation directives gathered from the Federal Aviation Regulations for pilots and flight crew. All regulations that have changed since the last release are precisely marked and indexed to provide a clear listing of subject matter and to refer pilots and staff to the correct paragraph or regulation number. This updated guide reflects changes in aviation operations for pilots and flight crews, including flight crew member certifications, fractional ownership operations, certification for air carriers, and operating requirements for domestic operations.

FAR/FC 2012: Federal Aviation Regulations for Flight Crew (FAR/AIM series)

Test Preparation

Professional

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. This is the reprint of FAA-S-8081-6C, Flight Instructor for Airplane, Single-Engine Land and Sea. The PTS guide students, instructors, and FAA-designated examiners through what should happen in an FAA "checkride." Written by the FAA, these books outline the knowledge and experience prerequisites, and list the levels of skill that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applicant, and also list the applicable background study and reference materials.

Flight Instructor Practical Test Standards for Airplane, Single-Engine Land and Sea: FAA-S-8081-6C (Practical Test Standards series)

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