# Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25A

An audiobook by Federal Aviation Administration, read by LibriVox volunteers (27 h 30 min, English).

"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." (Summary from the preface) Study of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which is available at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/.

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## Chapters

0. Preface (2:42): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_00_faa_64kb.mp3
1. Chapt 1 pt 1 - Introduction To Flying (22:27): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_01_faa_64kb.mp3
2. Chapt 1 pt 2 - Role of the FAA (28:51): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_02_faa_64kb.mp3
3. Chapt 1 pt 3 - Selecting a Flight School (33:13): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_03_faa_64kb.mp3
4. Chapt 2 pt 1 - Aircraft Structure (17:23): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_04_faa_64kb.mp3
5. Chapt 2 pt 2 - Types of Aircraft Construction (23:43): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_05_faa_64kb.mp3
6. Chapt 3 pt 1 - Principles of Flight (35:02): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_06_faa_64kb.mp3
7. Chapt 3 pt 2 - Airfoil Design (16:29): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_07_faa_64kb.mp3
8. Chapt 4 pt 1 - Aerodynamics of Flight (38:28): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_08_faa_64kb.mp3
9. Chapt 4 pt 2 - Wingtip Vortices (25:47): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_09_faa_64kb.mp3
10. Chapt 4 pt 3 - Aircraft Design Characteristics (34:29): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_10_faa_64kb.mp3
11. Chapt 4 pt 4 - Aerodynamic Forces in Flight Maneuvers (28:31): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_11_faa_64kb.mp3
12. Chapt 4 pt 5 - Basic Propeller Principles (28:31): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_12_faa_64kb.mp3
13. Chapt 4 pt 6 - Load Factors (45:28): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_13_faa_64kb.mp3
14. Chapt 4 pt 7 - Weight and Balance (24:52): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_14_faa_64kb.mp3
15. Chapt 4 pt 8 - High Speed Flight (33:57): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_15_faa_64kb.mp3
16. Chapt 5 pt 1 - Flight Controls (23:46): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_16_faa_64kb.mp3
17. Chapt 5 pt 2 - Secondary Flight Controls (15:01): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_17_faa_64kb.mp3
18. Chapt 6 pt 1 - Aircraft Systems (14:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_18_faa_64kb.mp3
19. Chapt 6 pt 2 - Adjustable Pitch Propellor (21:43): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_19_faa_64kb.mp3
20. Chapt 6 pt 3 - Superchargers and Turbosuperchargers (17:36): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_20_faa_64kb.mp3
21. Chapt 6 pt 4 - Engine Cooling Systems (12:44): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_21_faa_64kb.mp3
22. Chapt 6 pt 5 - Turbine Engines (17:56): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_22_faa_64kb.mp3
23. Chapt 6 pt 6 - Airframe Systems (18:08): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_23_faa_64kb.mp3
24. Chapt 6 pt 7 - Hydraulic Systems (15:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_24_faa_64kb.mp3
25. Chapt 6 pt 8 - Oxygen Systems (17:28): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_25_faa_64kb.mp3
26. Chapt 7 pt 1 - Flight Instruments (34:05): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_26_faa_64kb.mp3
27. Chapt 7 pt 2 - Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) (24:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_27_faa_64kb.mp3
28. Chapt 7 pt 3 - Electronic Flight Display (EFD) (21:20): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_28_faa_64kb.mp3
29. Chapt 7 pt 4 - Inclinometer (17:55): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_29_faa_64kb.mp3
30. Chapt 7 pt 5 - Compass Systems (19:55): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_30_faa_64kb.mp3
31. Chapt 8 pt 1 - Flight Manuals and Other Documents (25:33): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_31_faa_64kb.mp3
32. Chapt 8 pt 2 - Aircraft Inspections (29:30): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_32_faa_64kb.mp3
33. Chapt 9 pt 1 - Weight and Balance (25:17): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_33_faa_64kb.mp3
34. Chapt 9 pt 2 - Principles of Weight and Balance Computations (19:56): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_34_faa_64kb.mp3
35. Chapt 10 pt 1 - Aircraft Performance (16:10): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_35_faa_64kb.mp3
36. Chapt 10 pt 2 - Performance (25:58): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_36_faa_64kb.mp3
37. Chapt 10 pt 3 - Takeoff and Landing Performance (27:58): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_37_faa_64kb.mp3
38. Chapt 10 pt 4 - Performance Speeds (30:27): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_38_faa_64kb.mp3
39. Chapt 10 pt 5 - Transport Category Airplane Performance (22:59): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_39_faa_64kb.mp3
40. Chapt 11 pt 1 - Weather Theory (18:55): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_40_faa_64kb.mp3
41. Chapt 11 pt 2 - Wind and Currents (14:33): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_41_faa_64kb.mp3
42. Chapt 11 pt 3 - Atmospheric Stability (26:04): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_42_faa_64kb.mp3
43. Chapt 11 pt 4 - Air Masses (26:46): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_43_faa_64kb.mp3
44. Chapt 12 pt 1 - Aviation Weather Services (20:50): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_44_faa_64kb.mp3
45. Chapt 12 pt 2 - Weather Briefings (37:54): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_45_faa_64kb.mp3
46. Chapt 12 pt 3 - Aviation Forecasts (29:55): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_46_faa_64kb.mp3
47. Chapt 12 pt 4 - Weather Charts (24:57): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_47_faa_64kb.mp3
48. Chapt 13 pt 1 - Airport Operations (14:46): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_48_faa_64kb.mp3
49. Chapt 13 pt 2 - Airport Lighting (24:46): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_49_faa_64kb.mp3
50. Chapt 13 pt 3 - Air Traffic Control (ATC) Services (18:01): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_50_faa_64kb.mp3
51. Chapt 14 pt 1 - Airspace (13:30): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_51_faa_64kb.mp3
52. Chapt 14 pt 2 - Other Airspace Areas (22:58): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_52_faa_64kb.mp3
53. Chapt 15 pt 1 - Navigation (11:44): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_53_faa_64kb.mp3
54. Chapt 15 pt 2 - Variation (22:28): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_54_faa_64kb.mp3
55. Chapt 15 pt 3 - Pilotage (10:38): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_55_faa_64kb.mp3
56. Chapt 15 pt 4 - Flight Planning (17:53): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_56_faa_64kb.mp3
57. Chapt 15 pt 5 - Radio Navigation (20:01): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_57_faa_64kb.mp3
58. Chapt 15 pt 6 - Time and Distance Check From a Station (28:05): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_58_faa_64kb.mp3
59. Chapt 15 pt 7 - Global Positioning System (29:12): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_59_faa_64kb.mp3
60. Chapt 16 pt 1 - Aeromedical Factors (17:22): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_60_faa_64kb.mp3
61. Chapt 16 pt 2 - Spatial Disorientation and Illusions (21:43): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_61_faa_64kb.mp3
62. Chapt 16 pt 3 - Motion Sickness. (27:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_62_faa_64kb.mp3
63. Chapt 16 pt 4 - Altitude-Induced Decompression Sickness (DCS) (16:19): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_63_faa_64kb.mp3
64. Chapt 17 pt 1 - Aeronautical Decision-Making (20:26): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_64_faa_64kb.mp3
65. Chapt 17 pt 2 - The PAVE Checklist (16:58): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_65_faa_64kb.mp3
66. Chapt 17 pt 3 - The Decision-Making Process (16:16): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_66_faa_64kb.mp3
67. Chapt 17 pt 4 - Perceive Process Perform (16:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_67_faa_64kb.mp3
68. Chapt 17 pt 5 - Decision-Making in a Dynamic Environment (12:41): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_68_faa_64kb.mp3
69. Chapt 17 pt 6 - Situational Awareness (16:12): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_69_faa_64kb.mp3
70. Chapt 17 pt 7 - Equipment Use (20:15): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_70_faa_64kb.mp3
71. Appd 1 pt 1 - Runway Incursion Avoidance (14:02): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_71_faa_64kb.mp3
72. Appd 1 pt 2 - Taxi Procedures (15:37): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_72_faa_64kb.mp3
73. Appd 1 pt 3 - Communications (16:06): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_73_faa_64kb.mp3
74. Appd 1 pt 4 - Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO) (14:08): https://archive.org/download/pilotshandbook_1512_librivox/pilotshandbook_74_faa_64kb.mp3