14 CFR PART 21 SUBPART O—TECHNICAL STANDARD ORDERS (TSO)
A Technical Standard Order (TSO) is issued by the Administrator and is a minimum performance standard for specified articles, such as parachutes. It is important that the parachute rigger understand...
View Article14 CFR PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
This part specifically deals with Airworthiness Directives (ADs). An AD is an amendment to the Code of Federal Regulations. An AD must be complied with before using an affected product. In the case of...
View Article14 CFR PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES
Section 91.307 deals with parachutes and parachuting. This section defines an "approved parachute" and states the repack time for parachutes. Both of these are of vital interest to the parachute rigger.
View Article14 CFR PART 105 SUBPART C— PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT AND PACKING
This part deals with the use of parachutes in the United States. The following areas are of interest to parachute riggers:Main parachutes used for intentional jumping must be packed by the person...
View ArticleRigging Ethics
As parachute riggers gain additional experience, they are occasionally faced with situations that involve less than ideal circumstances. Some examples are: if a new jumper purchases old or damaged...
View ArticleParachute Rigging Certification Specifications
The practical circumstances surrounding the above pilot's use of the parachute is at the maximum limits of the certification specifications of the parachute. If he does not eat a big breakfast or gain...
View ArticlePilot VS Parachute Size
With 250 pounds under a 22-foot diameter canopy, the pilot probably will drop from the sky at an excessive rate of descent. A common assumption in this situation is that it is unlikely he will need to...
View ArticleParachute Service Life
There is no service life on the parachute; it may be considered airworthy as long as it meets its technical standard order. While the parachute appears to be in good condition, there are not many...
View ArticleAircraft Weight and Balance Control
There are many factors that lead to efficient and safe operation of aircraft. Among these vital factors is proper weight and balance control. The weight and balance system commonly employed among...
View ArticleAircraft Weight Control
Weight is a major factor in airplane construction and operation, and it demands respect from all pilots and particular diligence by all A&P mechanics and repairmen.Excessive weight reduces the...
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Purpose of Helicopter Flight Training
It is the helicopter instructor’s responsibility to discuss the overall purpose of flight training with the student. Explain that the goal of flight training is the acquisition and honing of basic...
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Helicopter Practical Flight Instructor Strategies
As discussed in Chapter 8 of the Aviation Instructor Handbook, certificated flight instructors (CFIs) should remember they are a role model for the student. The flight instructor should demonstrate...
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The Federal Aviation Administration - Role
It is imperative that a new student be introduced and become familiar with the role of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in aviation. For the new student, this includes introducing him or her...
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Helicopter FAA Reference Material
The reference materials described below, as revised, can be used by the CFI to assemble a handout for the student. An example of such a handout can be found in Appendix A.• Pilot’s Handbook of...
View ArticleHelicopter Role of the Examiner
The subject of the PTS also offers the CFI an opportunity to discuss the role of the examiner who plays an important role in the FAA’s mission of promoting aviation safety by administering FAA...
View ArticleHelicopter Role of the Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)
The FAA places full responsibility for student flight training on the shoulders of the CFI, who is the cornerstone of aviation safety. It is the job of the flight instructor to train the student in all...
View ArticleHelicopter Flight Safety Practices
A major component of the FAA’s mission is to improve the nation’s aviation safety record by conveying safety principles and practices through training, outreach, and education. The goal to reduce the...
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Helicopter Hazards
During the entire training program, CFIs should emphasize safe operation of the aircraft. The student must be introduced to and completely understand the flight characteristics of the type helicopter...
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Instructional Hazards
Flying a helicopter offers a different set of physical and mental challenges for a student. The stress of learning how to fly is coupled with the physical demands of flying the helicopter. The constant...
View ArticleHelicopter Collision Avoidance
While pilots often believe that having a CFI on board minimizes the possibility of a midair collision (MAC), FAA research reveals that flight instructors were on board the aircraft in 37 percent of the...
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See and Avoid Helicopter Collision Avoidance
Figure 1-7. Collision avoidance, both in the air and on the ground, is one of the most basic responsibilities of a pilot flying in visual conditions.As discussed in the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook,...
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Positive Exchange of Flight Controls Helicopter Collision Avoidance
Incident/accident statistics indicate a need to place additional emphasis on the exchange of control of an aircraft by pilots. Numerous accidents have occurred due to a lack of communication or...
View ArticleHelicopter Single-Pilot Resource Management (SRM)
According to data presented at the 2005 International Helicopter Safety Symposium, the helicopter accident rate is 30 percent higher than the general aviation (GA) accident rate. Reducing this rate is...
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Helicopter Risk Management
The FAA is committed to reducing the number of helicopter accidents and promoting risk management as an important component of flight training. The objective of risk management is to provide a proper...
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Introduction to the Helicopter
Walking the student through a preflight provides an excellent opportunity to introduce or review the main components of the helicopter. [Figure 2-1] Refer the student to the Helicopter Flying Handbook...
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