Course Overview
This course will focus on the airmanship in relation to basic aerodynamics, flight characteristics, engines, systems, and flight instruments for rotary-wing/helicopters. Emphasis is placed on applying aerodynamic theory to actual flight situations as well as engine and instrument operation during flight.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Describe the aerodynamic forces acting on a rotor system in flight
- Identify and describe different types of rotor systems
- Explain the operation of anti–torque systems in helicopters
- Explain how a helicopter rotor system compensates for dissymmetry of lift
- Describe situations that result in potential flight failure and how to recognize and avoid them
- Explain basic operation of engines and systems for rotary-wing aircraft
- Describe the operation of flight instrument systems and associated errors
- Complete weight and balance calculations to meet Transport Canada examination standards
Effective as of Winter 2018
Related Programs
Commercial Rotary-Wing Ground School 1 (AVFO 3165) is offered as a part of the following programs:
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- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Transportation
- Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot (Rotary-Wing)
Diploma Full-time
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