III.C.

Operation of Systems_________________________________________________
References:
1. Flight Instructor PTS
2. AC 61-23C (Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge)
3. FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook)
4. Pilot’s Operating Handbook

Objective The objective of this lesson is to determine if the SP exhibits instructional

knowledge of the elements related to the Operation of Systems

Elements 1. Primary flight controls and trim

2. Pitot static/vacuum system and associated instruments
3. Landing gear
4. Wing flaps, leading edge devices and spoilers
5. Powerplant, controls, cooling and fire detection
6. Propellers
7. Fuel, oil and hydraulic systems
8. Electrical systems
9. Environmental systems
10. Deicing and anti-icing systems
11. Avionics systems
12. Any system unique to the airplane being flown

Schedule 1. Discuss objectives 05

2. Present lecture 25
3. Direct pilot application and practice 05
Equipment 1. Whiteboard and markers
2. POH

IP’s Actions 1. Discuss lesson objectives

2. Present lecture
3. Ask and answer questions

SP’s Actions 1. Participate in discussion

2. Take notes
3. Ask and respond to questions

Completion This lesson will be complete when the SP demonstrates an understanding of the
Standards elements related to the Operation of Systems

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Instructor’s Notes: Operation of Systems______________________________________
INTRODUCTION:
WHAT? – This lesson deals with the operation of aircraft systems
WHY? – The pilot of every plane needs to become familiar with the workings and operations of all
equipment in the airplane. Flying a plane without this knowledge is unsafe and places you and others at
risk.

DEVELOPMENT:
1.) Primary flight controls and trim
A.) Primary flight controls, rudder, ailerons and elevator
B.) Trim is used only to relieve control pressures
2.) Pitot static system and associated instruments
A.) Pitot static system; ALT, VSI, ASI
B.) Vacuum system; HI, AI
3.) Landing gear
4.) Wing flaps and leading edge devices and spoilers
A.) Increase both lift and drag
B.) Permit slower landing speeds which decreases distances
C.) Steeper angle of approach without increasing airspeed
D.) Shorten takeoff and provide a steeper climb
E.) Leading edge devices increase lift, while wing camber isn’t increased
F.) Stalls are delayed to a higher angle of attack
G.) Spoilers decrease lift and aid in slowing down airspeeds
5.) Powerplant, controls, cooling and fire detection
6.) Propellers
7.) Fuel, oil and hydraulic systems
8.) Electrical systems
9.) Environmental systems
10.) Deicing and anti-icing systems
11.) Avionics systems

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