Ground School
Course BOoks
We recommend that all students obtain the GLEIM Pilot Handbook and GLEIM Private Pilot FFA Knowledge Test Prep books. Both books can be purchased from Winds Air at a discounted price.
If you purchase one of the GLEIM Pilot Kits, these books are included in the kits. The kits are also available from Winds Air at a discounted price.
Other Resources
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA, 3/2023)
Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot (FAA, 6/11/2018)
Aeronautical Chart Users’ Guide (FAA, 1/25/2024)
Plane Sense: General Aviation Information (FAA, 2008)
Ground School Syllabus
Week Lesson Instructor
Week 1- Overview of Certificates and Ratings MonaLisa
February 17 Airplanes and Aerodynamics
Week 2- Airplane Instruments, Engines and Systems Mike
February 24
Week 3- Airports, Air Traffic Control and Airspace Richard
March 2
Week 4- Performance and Weight and Balance MonaLisa
March 9
Week 5- Aviation Weather Lance
March 16 Aviation Weather Services
Week 6- Federal Regulations Tyler
March 23 Aeromedical Factors and Aeronautical Decision Making
Week 7- Navigation Systems Matt
March 30 Cross Country
Week 8- Navigation Charts, Publications and Flight Computers Phil
April 6
Week 9- Review
April 13
Week 10- Final Exam
April 20