The Aviation Instructor's Handbook FAA-H-8083-9A by the Federal Aviation Administration is an essential guide for anyone looking to become a certified aviation instructor. Packed with comprehensive information on everything from teaching methods to regulations and standards, this book covers all aspects of instructing in the aviation industry.
The handbook is well-organized and easy to follow, making it a valuable resource for both new and experienced instructors. The detailed explanations and examples provided throughout the book help readers understand complex concepts and apply them in real-world scenarios.
One of the standout features of this handbook is its focus on safety and professionalism. The FAA emphasizes the importance of maintaining a high standard of instruction and following best practices to ensure the safety of both students and instructors. This emphasis on safety makes this book a must-read for anyone looking to excel in the field of aviation instruction.
Overall, the Aviation Instructor's Handbook is a comprehensive and informative guide that is sure to benefit anyone looking to become a successful aviation instructor. Whether you are just starting out in the industry or looking to improve your teaching skills, this book is a valuable resource that should not be overlooked.
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The handbook does an outstanding job of explaining the application of management and learning psychology for the general educator/manager with detailed guidance for those studying to become Certificated Flight Instructors. Study of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which has excellent graphics. There are several excellent Handbooks at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/ For those who wish to view the source online in a format other than .pdf Internet Archive has some choices like Kindle and Epub available at https://archive.org/details/Aviation_Instructors_Handbook
from the preface: Designed for ground instructors, flight instructors, and aviation maintenance instructors, the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook was developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with aviation educators and industry to help beginning instructors understand and apply the fundamentals of instruction. This handbook provides aviation instructors with up-to-date information on learning and teaching, and how to relate this information to the task of teaching aeronautical knowledge and skills to students. Experienced aviation instructors will also find the updated information useful for improving their effectiveness in training activities.