Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
FAA-H-8083-25B - Updated 2016

The Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. Except for the Code of Federal Regulations pertinent to civil aviation, most of the knowledge areas applicable to pilot certification are presented. This handbook is useful to beginning pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates.

Topics Covered:
• Introduction to Flying
• Aeronautical Decision-Making
• Aircraft Construction
• Principles of Flight
• Aerodynamics of Flight
• Flight Controls
• Aircraft Systems
• Flight Instruments
• Flight Manuals and Others Documents
• Weight and Balance
• Aircraft Performance
• Weather Theory
• Aviation Weather Services
• Airport Operations
• Airspace
• Navigation
• Aeromedical Factors