Printed in Color. Released in 2019, for use in 2024. This is the FAA Helicopter Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-21B. This handbook supersedes FAA-H-8083-21A, Helicopter Flying Handbook, dated 2012. Gyroplane information can be found in the FAA-H-8083-20, Gyroplane Flying Handbook.The Helicopter Flying Handbook is designed as a technical manual for applicants who are preparing for their private,commercial, or flight instructor pilot certificates with a helicopter class rating. Certificated flight instructors may findthis handbook a valuable training aid, since detailed coverage of aerodynamics, flight controls, systems, performance,flight maneuvers, emergencies, and aeronautical decision-making is included. Topics such as weather, navigation, radionavigation and communications, use of flight information publications, and regulations are available in other FederalAviation Administration (FAA) publications. Read more

This is the NEW 2024 FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Airplane Rating and Helicopter Rating (FAA-S-8081-9E).Effective May 31, 2024. FAA-S-8081-9E supersedes FAA-S-8081-9D, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Airplane and Helicopter with Changes 1 & 2, dated July 2010.FAA-S-8081-9E, Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Airplane Rating and Helicopter Rating is published by the FAA to establish the standards for flight instructor instrument practical test for airplane and helicopter ratings.The FAA has developed the PTS for use by FAA inspectors and evaluators when conducting the flight instructor practical test for instrument-airplane rating and instrument-helicopter rating. Instructors should use this PTS when preparing applicants for practical tests. Applicants should be familiar with this PTS and refer to these standards during their training.PTS Concept 14 CFR part 61 specifies the subject areas in which knowledge and skill must be demonstrated by the applicant before the issuance of a certificate. The practical test standards contain the Areas of Operation and specific Tasks in which competency shall be demonstrated. The FAA will revise this PTS whenever it is determined that changes are needed in the interest of safety. Per 14 CFR part 61, section 61.43, adherence to the practical test standards is mandatory.PTS Description The Flight Instructor Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane Rating and Helicopter Rating include the AREAS OF OPERATION and TASKS required for the issuance of an initial flight instructor instrument certificate and for the addition of a category and/or class rating to that certificate. Read more

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This is the NEW 2024 FAA Commercial Pilot for Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating Airman Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-16).It also includes the New ACS Companion Guide for Pilots (FAA-G-ACS-2 with Changes 1 & 2, last updated in December 2024).The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Office of Safety Standards, Regulatory Support Division, Airman Testing Standards Branch, has published the Commercial Pilot for Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating Airman Certification Standards (ACS) to communicate the aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency standards for a commercial pilot certification in the Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating.The FAA created FAA-G-ACS-2, Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide for Pilots, to provide guidance considered relevant and useful to the community. The number of appendices in the ACS was reduced and much of the non-regulatory material was moved to the Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide for Pilots. Applicants, instructors, and evaluators should consult this companion guide to familiarize themselves with ACS procedures.The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) developed this Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide FAA-G-ACS-2, for use with the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for pilot certification. This guide, along with the regulatory material in the ACS, may assist an applicant in preparing for the FAA knowledge exam and practical test (checkride) that lead to pilot certification. Read more

This story tells, in clear detail, how Sikorsky Aircraft developed, tested, modified, and produced one of the most successful helicopters in the world. Written by the man considered to be the father of the Black Hawk, Ray Leoni explains how Sikorsky used innovative designs with the right advanced technologies to meet the Army's stringent specifications for aircraft performance, survivability and reliability. With its creative Black Hawk design, Sikorsky won an uphill, highly-contested battle for one of the world's largest helicopter programs which reestablished the company as a leader in the world community of helicopter producers.Black Hawk variants have been put in service by every branch of the US Military and by over 24 countries around the world accumulating over 5 million flight hours. Through its combat service in the campaigns of Granada, Panama, Somalia, Afghanistan and Iraq, the Black Hawk has demonstrated unprecedented mission versatility and survivability and proven itself to be an outstanding war-fighting machine that will serve for a half century or longer. In the best tradition and vision of Igor Sikorsky, Black Hawks are performing world-wide rescue and humanitarian Read more

🚁 Elevate Your Future as a U.S. Army Helicopter Pilot! 🚁Prepare for the journey of a lifetime with the ultimate guide to the U.S. Army's Selection Instrument for Flight Training (SIFT) 2024-2025 Exam. This meticulously crafted resource is your passport to success, designed to empower and guide you through every facet of this pivotal examination.📚 Masterful Content Review: Delve deep into the exam's core sections, equipped with comprehensive insights and understanding. Discover Aerodynamics, Math Skills, Mechanical Comprehension, and more with unwavering precision.📅 Strategic Study Schedules: Your roadmap to success awaits. Customizable study schedules cater to your timeline, accompanied by invaluable planning advice and expert time management strategies.📝 Test-Taking Prowess: Embrace the exam with confidence! Uncover proven strategies to conquer test anxiety and approach questions strategically, ensuring your peak performance.📖 Resource Treasure Trove: Beyond the confines of this guide, explore a curated list of recommended online resources and academic materials to enrich your knowledge and expertise.🤔 Answers Await: Navigate the path to success with clarity. Frequently Asked Questions provide immediate answers to common queries, eliminating uncertainty.🌠 Inspirational Guidance: Fuel your determination with motivational final words, igniting your passion and aspirations for the journey ahead.Study Sections:1: Introduction: Navigating Success in U.S. Army's SIFT ExamWelcome to Your JourneyThe Significance of the SIFT ExamA Transformative Approach to PreparationYour Path to Excellence Begins Here2: Brief Overview of the SIFT Exam and Its ImportanceUnderstanding the Purpose of the SIFT ExamUnveiling the Exam Pattern and StructureNavigating Through Number of Questions and Time LimitsDeciphering Scoring and Its SignificanceAdministered By: U.S. Army's Commitment to Excellence3: Detailed Content ReviewIn-Depth Exploration of Each Test SectionArmy Aviation Information TestReading Comprehension TestMath Skills TestMechanical Comprehension Test4: Study Schedules and Planning AdviceTailored Schedules for Your TimelineEffective Time Management StrategiesSetting Achievable GoalsCreating a Conducive Study EnvironmentBalancing Content Review with PracticeThe Power of ConsistencyHealthy Lifestyle Practices5: Test-Taking Strategies & Overcoming Test AnxietyProven Techniques for Effective Test TakingTime Management MasteryUsing Process of EliminationUtilizing Practice Tests EffectivelyOvercoming Test Anxiety with Confidence6: Recommended Online Resources and Academic MaterialsUnlocking Online Resources for Enhanced LearningExploring Academic Materials for Deeper KnowledgeAre you ready to embark on a transformative journey toward your dream of becoming a U.S. Army helicopter pilot? "SIFT Study Guide 2024-2025" is your trusted co-pilot, guiding you through every step of the way. Join us on this exhilarating expedition towards excellence!🛫 Secure Your Seat on This Flight to Success! 🛫 Read more

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Recently updated, this comprehensive handbook explains the aerodynamics of helicopter flight, as well helicopter maneuvers, unlike many aviation training manuals which are strictly how-to guides. Beginning aerodynamics, each step of the process is fully illustrated and thoroughly explained―from the physics advanced operations to helicopter design and performance―providing helicopter pilots with a sound to base their in-flight decisions. Containing discussions on the NOTAR (no tail rotor) system, strakes, principles of airspeed and high-altitude operations, this revised edition also includes the latest procedures Federal Aviation Administration. Read more

Printed in Color. Released in 2012, for use in 2025.This is the FAA Helicopter Instructor's Handbook FAA-H-8083-4.The Helicopter Instructor’s Handbook is designed as a technical manual for applicants who are preparing for their flight instructor pilot certificate with a helicopter class rating. This handbook contains detailed coverage of aerodynamics, flight controls, systems, performance, flight maneuvers, emergencies, and aeronautical decision-making. Topics such as weather,navigation, radio navigation and communications, use of flight information publications, and regulations are available inother Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) publications.This handbook conforms to flight instructor pilot training and certification concepts established by the FAA. There are different ways of teaching, as well as performing flight procedures and maneuvers, and many variations in the explanations of aerodynamic theories and principles. Occasionally the word “must” or similar language is used where the desired action is deemed critical. The use of such language is not intended to add to, interpret, or relieve a duty imposed by Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). Read more

An excellent resource for students and flight instructors alike, the Helicopter Maneuvers Manual helps pilots acquire a mental picture of each phase of flight. With this comprehensive guide, author Ryan Dale has captured his countless hours spent at the whiteboard in full-color illustrations that show exactly what to do or expect in each part of a maneuver. The information in this guide helps pilots visualize concepts learned in flight training and incorporate the Practical Test Standards into every maneuver.The full-color illustrations and textual explanations work in conjunction with an instructors lessons, and facilitate effective preflight and postflight briefings. The Helicopter Maneuvers Manual gives readers a crystal-clear picture of what level of performance is expected of them for each flight profile and includes insights into the common errors associated with each maneuver. Applicable to all helicopter models, the book also features tips for the popular Robinson R22. This book is an essential tool for any flight bag! Read more

This indispensable tool prepares helicopter pilots for their one-on-one checkride with an FAA examiner. Answers to the most commonly asked questions, clarification on the requirements of the written and oral portions, and study material for the exam are provided, and topics covered include certification and documents, helicopter flight-controls, weight and balance, and emergency operations.This volume of the Oral Exam Guide Series is intended as a helicopter-specific supplement to—and is meant to be used along with—the corresponding Oral Exam Guide book for Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, or ATP, depending on the specific license the applicant is testing for. The material is presented in a question-and-answer format, providing the questions the FAA checkride examiners are most likely to ask along with comprehensive, easy-to-remember responses. This guide teaches not only what to expect on the helicopter pilot oral exam, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under the examiner’s scrutiny. Read more

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This is the NEW 2024 FAA Instrument Rating – Helicopter Airman Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-14).It also includes the New ACS Companion Guide for Pilots (FAA-G-ACS-2 with Changes 1 & 2, last updated in December 2024).The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Office of Safety Standards, Regulatory Support Division, Airman Testing Standards Branch, has published the Instrument Rating – Helicopter Airman Certification Standards (ACS) to communicate the aeronautical knowledge, risk management, and flight proficiency standards for the Instrument Rating - Helicopter.Material in FAA-S-ACS-14 supersedes FAA-S-8081-4E, Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards for Helicopter, Changes 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5.The FAA created FAA-G-ACS-2, Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide for Pilots, to provide guidance considered relevant and useful to the community. The number of appendices in the ACS was reduced and much of the non-regulatory material was moved to the Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide for Pilots. Applicants, instructors, and evaluators should consult this companion guide to familiarize themselves with ACS procedures.The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) developed this Airman Certification Standards Companion Guide FAA-G-ACS-2, for use with the Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for pilot certification. This guide, along with the regulatory material in the ACS, may assist an applicant in preparing for the FAA knowledge exam and practical test (checkride) that lead to pilot certification. Read more

Parenting Styles and the Messages They Sendwritten and told by Jim FayParenting expert and humorous storyteller, Jim Fay, helps you identify your parenting style, then shares practical, stress-free techniques for becoming a consultant parent. Enjoy being a parent again! Read more

This is the FAA Aviation Instructor's Handbook FAA-H-8083-9B.Released in 2020, for use in 2024. Printed in Color.Designed for ground instructors, flight instructors, and aviation maintenance instructors, the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook was developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with aviation educators and industry to help beginning instructors understand and apply the fundamentals of instruction.This handbook provides aviation instructors with up-to-date information on learning and teaching, and how to relate this information to the task of teaching aeronautical knowledge and skills to learners. Experienced aviation instructors will also find the updated information useful for improving their effectiveness in training activities. Read more

Introducing “Helicopter Scrapbook Paper,” a delightful collection designed to elevate your crafting experience. Unleash your creativity with 40 sheets of double-sided paper adorned with captivating helicopter designs, in a beautiful summer pallet of colors.Each sheet is a canvas of artistic expression, meticulously crafted to infuse your projects with a touch of aviation. Ideal for card making, journaling, origami, and various crafts, this collection is a versatile addition to your creative arsenal. The double-sided feature allows you to explore endless possibilities, ensuring that every project is a unique masterpiece.The carefully chosen summer colors infuse a sense of fun and excitement into your creations. Whether you’re commemorating a special event, expressing your love for aviation, or simply enjoying the process of crafting, these papers provide the perfect backdrop for your artistic endeavors.Crafted with quality in mind, the “Helicopter Scrapbook Paper” is made to withstand the rigors of your imaginative pursuits. Let your projects take flight with the beauty of these original designs, inviting a sense of wonder and sophistication into every fold and cut.Elevate your crafting journey with this exquisite collection—where tradition meets modernity, and creativity knows no bounds. “Helicopter Scrapbook Paper” is not just a crafting essential; it’s an invitation to explore the intersection of art and aviation in the most delightful way possible. Read more

Introducing our Helicopter Adult Coloring Book – a delightful and soothing artistic journey for adults seeking relaxation and creativity. This beautifully crafted coloring book features 80 pages of intricate backgrounds adorned with stylized line art representations of helicopters on every page.Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life as you immerse yourself in the intricate details of each design. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply looking for a way to unwind, this coloring book offers the perfect blend of complexity and relaxation.The high-quality, thick paper ensures your chosen colors won't bleed through, allowing you to experiment with a wide range of coloring mediums, from colored pencils to markers.Rediscover the joy of coloring as you bring these helicopters to life with your unique palette. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a therapeutic escape, our Adult Coloring Book with Helicopter Designs promises hours of relaxation and creative fulfillment. Grab your coloring tools and take flight into a world of tranquility today. Read more

An inspiring first-hand account by military aviation pioneer Richard Kirkland recounts how he and a handful of daring helicopter pilots revolutionized battlefield medical evacuation and blazed the trail for modern air-evac flying. Prior to the Korean War, the helicopter was all but unknown, and rescue was uncertain at best for downed pilots and wounded soldiers stranded behind enemy lines. In MASH ANGELS Richard Kirkland recounts his experiences on the front lines of rescue flying and military medicine. Kirkland, a fighter pilot in the Pacific theatre in World War II, came to helicopter flying after the war almost by accident. Many military higher-ups had little use for this new, “worthless contraption.” But its life-saving performances in the Korean War quickly changed minds. The helicopter was the perfect partner for another revolution in military medical care―the Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, or MASH, and the book also documents the real-life experiences of the MASH characters so familiar from the hit TV series: the nurses, surgeons (including the real “Hawkeye”), and helicopter pilots who forged a new era in military medical care. “Helicopters of the Third Air Rescue Group were given credit for picking up 846 pilots and aircrew from behind enemy lines during the Korean War,” writes Richard Kirkland. “Add to that 8,373 soldiers and airmen we snatched from the battlefields and air-taxied to the front-line MASH. Quite a feat for a handful of taxi drivers.” Read more

This is the NEW 2024 FAA Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating (FAA-S-8081-20A).Effective May 31, 2024. FAA-S-8081-20A supersedes FAA-S-8081-20, Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Helicopter with Changes 1, 2, 3 and 4, dated August 1998.FAA-S-8081-20A, Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test Standards (PTS) for Rotorcraft Category Helicopter Rating is published by the FAA to establish the standards for Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating practical tests for Helicopters. The FAA has developed this PTS to be used by evaluators when conducting Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Tests for helicopters.PTS Concept 14 CFR part 61 specifies the areas in which knowledge and skills must be demonstrated by the applicant before the issuance of a certificate. The practical test standards contain the Areas of Operation and specific Tasks in which competency shall be demonstrated. The FAA will revise this PTS whenever it is determined that changes are needed in the interest of safety. Per 14 CFR part 61, section 61.43, adherence to the practical test standards is mandatory for the evaluation of pilot applicants. For some aircraft types, provisions of FAA Flight Standardization Board (FSB) Reports may specify details as to how 14 CFR part 61 and this practical test standard apply to certain maneuvers, TASKS, procedures, or knowledge areas. If a successful check is conducted under an operator’s approved training and checking program, it is considered to have met the flight proficiency requirements of 14 CFR part 61, section 61.157(f) for the issuance of an ATP certificate and an appropriate rating.PTS Description The Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test Standards for Helicopter includes AREAS OF OPERATION and TASKS for the initial issuance of an ATP Certificate and for the addition of rotorcraft/helicopter category, class, and aircraft type ratings to that certificate. Read more