Fuel Grades: Aviation Gasoline (AVGAS)
Aviation gasoline (AVGAS) is identified by an octane or performance number (grade), which designates the antiknock value or knock resistance of the f…
basic operating principles
Aircraft are flown at high altitudes for two reasons. First, an aircraft flown at high altitude consumes less fuel for a given airspeed than it does for the same speed at a lower altitude because th…
Pressure-Demand Oxygen Systems
Pressure-demand oxygen systems are similar to diluter demand oxygen equipment, except that oxygen is supplied to the mask under pressure at cabin altitudes above 34,000 feet. Pressure-demand regulat…
Responsibilities of A Certificated Parachute Rigger
Parachute riggers have a broad range of responsibilities that include facilities and equipment, performance standards, records, and use of their sea…
Earning Parachute Rigger Certificate
When an applicant meets the requirements and demonstrates sufficient knowledge and skills as outlined in 14 CFR part 65, subpart F, the supervising …
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