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.
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)
Week Lesson Instructor
1- 2/21 Overview of Certificates and Ratings
Lesson 1: Airplanes and Aerodynamics MonaLisa
2- 2/28 Lesson 2: Airplane Instruments, Engines and Systems Matt
3- 3/7 Lesson 7: Aviation Weather Lance
4- 3/14 Lesson 8: Aviation Weather Services Lance
5- 3/21 Lesson 3: Airports, Air Traffic Control and Airspace Willow
6- 3/28 Lesson 4: Federal Regulations Phil
7- 4/4 Lesson 5: Performance and Weight and Balance MonaLisa
8- 4/11 Lesson 6: Aeromedical Factors and Aeronautical Decision Making Lance
9- 4/18 Lesson 9: Navigation Charts, Publications and Flight Computers Matt
10- 4/25 Lesson 10: Navigation Systems Phil
Lesson 11: Cross Country
11- 5/2 Review Phil
12- 5/9 Final Exam