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Time for Flight -Home Series Part 1 Step 2
Before Your First flight- Introduction to Flying Video
This video is a must-watch for individuals aspiring to become aircraft pilots in the aviation industry. Part 1 of this knowledge-based learning series must be thoroughly understood and appreciated. Its value becomes evident when engaging in free pilot training at home using the free flight simulator in Part 2.
The video commences with a brief overview of the history and evolution of human flight. The significance of this aviation history is often overlooked by those not fully committed to pursuing a career as an aircraft pilot in the aviation industry. Understanding this foundational knowledge is essential to drive us towards successful completion in our home-based “time for flight” endeavour
The rapid evolution of human flight and civil aviation activities transcended national boundaries swiftly. While the principles of safe flight remain consistent, legal aspects varied across different civil aviation authorities. This diversity led to the establishment of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). The ICAO garnered significant support as numerous countries became contracting states. The standardisation and harmonization of rules for safe flight soon became a focal point in the Civil Aviation Industry.
These agreed-upon fundamental rules formed the basis for the legal framework of each country’s civil aviation authority. These rules outline the requirements and standards of practice essential for the civil aviation industry. Understanding and adhering to the rules and regulations for obtaining, maintaining, and exercising the privileges of a pilot licence from your country’s Civil Aviation Authority are crucial. This knowledge is equally vital when self-teaching to fly like a professional pilot using a home-based flight simulator.
Understanding Civil Aviation Regulations
Civil Aviation Regulations are the rules governing all activities within a country’s Civil Aviation Industry to ensure safe flight.
These laws have been harmonised in alignment with ICAO guidelines, facilitating the dynamic development of the aviation industry. The legal framework for each country is based on 18 annexes.
The primary objective of forming the ICAO was to achieve and harmonise safety standards and related rules. Each country’s Civil Aviation Authority oversees compliance with these regulations. Some examples of these authorities include
United Kingdom – CAA, Civil Aviation Authority
Europe – EASA, European Union Aviation Safety Agency
Malaysia – CAAM, Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia
Singapore – CAAS, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
Australia – CASA, Civil Aviation Safety Authority (Australia)
USA – FAA, Federal Aviation Administration (USA)
Compliance with the ICAO recommendations in the annexes found their way into the civil aviation rules and regulations of the civil aviation industry of a member state (country). For the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) system as an example (since the video used is US-based), the laws are laid out in the US Code. There are 54 titles in this Code as of 2020.
Related US government agencies translated the provisions in the Code (laws) into Regulations. These Regulations specified the rules and requirements for complying with the US Codes. The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) contains 50 titles. Title 14 of the CFR (Aeronautics & Space) lays out the regulations concerned with Civil Aviation (Federal Aviation Regulations) regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Titles, Chapters, Sub Chapters and Parts make up the contents of the CFR.
All rules and regulations of other countries follow similar systems, although the format and classification of the contents may differ in name.
Why It’s Important to Learn Civil Aviation Regulations for Home Simulator Flight Training?
It is important because an aircraft pilot must observe and comply with the rules and practices legally required for safe flight. Since aircraft pilots operate and share the same airspace, they must conduct safe flight and ensure all lives, equipment and the environment are not compromised.
If you comply with these civil aviation rules and standards, even for inflight training in a home flight simulator, safe flying habits and cultures will accumulate. Practising the real habits of a good aircraft pilot even in simulated inflight training conditions is gratifying.
Why Watching and Learning From This Video is Essential for Home Flight Training
This video holds significant importance as it sets the right attitude and spirit for individuals teaching themselves to become aircraft pilots, regardless of the challenges. Your motivation to pursue a career as an aircraft pilot will soar, enabling you to acquire essential good habits for safe flight along your journey. This critical aspect was also elaborated in our related article.
The higher your score, the more confidence you will gain, shaping the subsequent steps in your path towards becoming an aircraft pilot and practising safe flight!
All this is accessible at no cost, allowing you to embark on this learning journey freely…
THIS SELF-TEACHING METHOD IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR FLIGHT TRAINING IN A REAL AIRCRAFT. A CORRECT APPROACH TO GAINING KNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATION USING THIS SELF-TEACHING METHOD HOWEVER IS A WORTHY GUIDE FOR BECOMING A QUALIFIED AIRCRAFT PILOT.
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