Principles of Flight
introduction to the helicopter
aerodynamic forces
forces in flight

Helicopter Systems and Instruments
flight control systems
reciprocating engine and related systems
fuel and electrical systems
power train systems
flight instruments

The Flight Environment
safety of flight
airports and heliports
airspace

Communications and Performance
radio communications
Radar and ATC services
predicting performance
weight and balance

Meteorology for Pilots
basic weather theory
weather patterns
weather hazards

Interpreting Weather Data
printed reports and forecasts
graphic weather products
sources of weather information

Basic Navigation
aeronautical charts
flight computers
pilotage and dead reckoning
sources of flight information

Radio Navigation
VHF omnidirectional range (VOR)
automatic direction finding
advanced navigation

Aviation Physiology
vision in flight
spacial disorientation
respiration and altitude
alcohol and drugs

Flight Planning and Decision Making
planning and organizing flights
factors affecting decision making
cockpit resource management

Ground Operations
preflight check and engine starting
shutdown and tiedown
safety considerations

Primary Maneuvers
straight and level flight
climbs, descents, and turns
departures and approaches

Hovering Operations
vertical takeoff to a hover
hovering flight
vertical landing from a hover

Emergency Procedures
autorotation
emergency situations
systems and equipment malfunctions

Advanced Maneuvers
maximum performance takeoff and climb
high altitude operations
rapid deceleration and slope operation
night operations

Special Operations
confined area and pinnacle operations
float operations

Glossary
Abbreviations
Index