
General Aviation
As the foundation of aviation training, the theoretical modules prepares the student for a careers in aviation or obtaining a general aviation pilot license. The aim of the series of self-study lessons is to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the subjects and to help them use this knowledge in their career choices. Some students may prefer to study and pass all of the exams prior to embarking on the practical aspects of the flying. A further major objective is to prepare students for success in the CAA theoretical knowledge examinations.
As and approved SACAA Aviation Training Organisation, registered students at flyingYOUTH will receive a letter of recommendation to enroll for the SACAA exams on completion of the full course.
84 lessons – programme study period 12 months
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Principles of Flight (Aeroplane) ▼
» Introduction to Aerodynamics
» Aerofoils
» Aerodynamic Forces
» Stalling
» Lift Augmentation
» Flight Controls
» Aircraft Stability
» The Spin
» Aircraft Performance
» Turning
Engine & Airframe (Aeroplane) ▼
» Piston Engines
» Aircraft Electrical System
» Aircraft Cooling System
» Aircraft Vacuum System
» Aircraft Lubrication System
» Carburettors and Fuel Injectors
» Aircraft Fuel System
» Propellers
» Landing Gear
Engine & Airframe (Instruments) ▼
» Directional Gyro Indicator
» Artificial Horizon
» Turn and Slip Indicator
» Pitot-Static System
» Airspeed Indicator
» Altimeter
» Vertical Speed Indicator
» Direct Reading Magnetic Compass
» Engine Instruments
Meteorology ▼
» The Atmosphere
» Atmospheric Pressure
» Temperature
» Density
» Humidity
» Stability, Lapse Rate, Adiabatic Process
» Wind
» Air Masses
» Clouds
» Fog and Mist
» Visibility
» Precipitation
» Fronts
» Thunderstorms
» Turbulence
» Ice Accretion
» Pressure Systems
» Climatology
» Synoptics and Synoptic Charts
» Reports
Navigation ▼
» The Earth
» Map Projections
» The Lambert’s Projection
» Measurements
» Time
» Plotting
» The Navigation Computer
» Flight Planning
» Publications
» Weight and Balance
Human Performance ▼
» Basic Aviation Physiology
» The Human Body in Aviation 1
» The Human Body in Aviation 2
Air Law & Operational Procedures ▼
» Organisations
» Aerodromes – General
» Aerodrome Markings
» Aerodrome Lighting
» Aerodrome Signs and Markers
» Obstacles, Restricted Use Areas and Services
» SA CARs and CATS
» Operational Procedures
» General
Air Traffic Control ▼
» Services
» Communications
» Aerodrome Procedures
» Emergencies
» ATC Administration
Flight Planning and Aircraft Performance ▼
» Introduction to Flight and Performance Planning
» Weight and Balance
» Weight and Balance Computations
» Factors affecting Aircraft Performance
» Aircraft Performance
» Aircraft Performance Charts
Radio Navigation ▼
» Basic Radio Theory
» NDB/ADF
» VOR/DME