Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (2023 Edition) Color Print

This is the official 2023 Edition of the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25C. Color Print.

(This handbook supersedes FAA-H-8083-25B, Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, dated 2016).

This handbook provides basic knowledge essential for pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. A must-read in the process of becoming a pilot, useful to beginning pilots as well as those pursuing more advanced certificates.

Written by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the pilot preparing for a Remote, Sport, Recreational, Private, Commercial, or Flight Instructor Pilot Certificate. This publication contains all the information necessary to fly an aircraft and to pass the FAA Knowledge Exam and Practical Test.

Handbook Contents:

• Chapter 1: Introduction To Flying.
• Chapter 2: Aeronautical Decision-Making.
• Chapter 3: Aircraft Construction.
• Chapter 4: Principles of Flight.
• Chapter 5: Aerodynamics of Flight.
• Chapter 6: Flight Controls.
• Chapter 7: Aircraft Systems.
• Chapter 8: Flight Instruments.
• Chapter 9: Flight Manuals and Other Documents.
• Chapter 10: Weight & Balance.
• Chapter 11: Aircraft Performance.
• Chapter 12: Weather Theory.
• Chapter 13: Aviation Weather Services.
• Chapter 14: Airport Operations.
• Chapter 15: Airspace.
• Chapter 16: Navigation.
• Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors.
• Appendix A: Performance Data for Cessna Model 172R and Challenger 605.
• Appendix B: Acronyms, Abbreviations, and NOTAM Contractions.
• Appendix C: Airport Signs and Markings.


Features: High-quality color printing. 524 pages. Size: 8.5 x 11 in.