A Basic Introduction to Aviation

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taught by Mario Sabogal

In A Brief Introduction to Aviation, we'll have a detailed look at how various aviation pilot topics, including: Airframes, Engines, and Systems; Theory of Flight; Flight Instruments; and Meteorology.

The course is a set of videos introducing a variety of aviation topics. The videos are easy to comprehend and to the point. Additionally, various animations and graphics are used throughout the course.

At the end of the course, you'll have a general understanding of entry-level aviation topics. This will provide you with a foundation for enrolling in pilot ground school and flight training.

Course curriculum

  1. 1
    • Introduction

  2. 2
    • Airplane Components

    • Piston Engines

    • The Carburetor

    • The Alternator

  3. 3
    • Why an Airplane Flies - Part 1

    • Why an Airplane Flies - Part 2

    • How an Airplane Turns

  4. 4
    • Overview of the Flight Instruments

    • Instrument Flying - The Radial Scan

  5. 5
    • The Atmosphere - Part 1

    • The Atmosphere - Part 2

    • The Atmosphere - Part 3

    • Why Clouds Form

  6. 6
    • Course Conclusion