Thanks to everyone that joined us for our Operational Procedures ground school last week. Not always the most engaging of topic of the syllabus but really important to learn and understand why the procedures are there and how to carry them out. Next session Tuesday 14th September we will be focusing on Navigation at the usual time 18:00 – 20:00

When flying as PIC (pilot in command), you also need to become a navigator too. It’s critical you are able to apply the correct practices to navigational tasks and developing your navigation skills is the very essence of flying solo, hence the importance of this section of the PPL(H) syllabus.

The ability to Navigate is second only to physically flying the aircraft so to hone your NAV skills will be a huge benefit to your overall competence as a pilot; for student, self fly hirer, commercial pilot or aircraft owner.On Tuesday we will be discussing all things NAV; inflight decision making, 1:60 rule, ETA’s, CRM, Measurements of Direction, Distance & Airspeed, Triangle of Velocities, VFR, GNSS, calculating fuel burn/endurance, lost procedures, basic or traffic service and departure & joining procedures. Capt White will also discuss the upcoming UK tour and how navigation skills will play a huge part in the success of the trip.

We will meet at the flying school or in our Virtual Crew Room via ‘ZOOM’. Please RSVP via email to training@elstreehelicopters.co.uk whether you are joining us in person or online, and look out for an invitation from Capt. White.

First time? Whether you are a seasoned flyer or just beginning your flying journey, this week’s ground school is for you… Escape into our virtual crew room and enjoy a couple of hours of pilot chat!