Power Hour Lesson Outlines

Outline:  

1. Introduction

• Purpose of AC 61-65H

  • Clarifies required endorsements in two parts:

    1. Textual descriptions

    2. Sample endorsements

2. Role of AC 61-65 in the Job of a CFI Mike explained the advanced features of 4 flight, the importance of understanding the A/C 61, 65, particularly its endorsements section, and the issues related to incorrect endorsements. Mike proposed to address these issues in the class and emphasized the importance of understanding the training, endorsement, and testing requirements contained within the A/C 61, 65 Hotel model for both CFI training and in-job performance. He also clarified that while some requirements have changed, many are still the same and can be found in the A/C or the PTS.

• Three key areas:

  1. Training requirements (FAR)

  2. Endorsing requirements (AC 61-65)

  3. Testing requirements (ACS/PTS)

3. Part One: Textual Descriptions

Mike discussed the importance of understanding and utilizing the Aircraft Operations (A/C) manual for student pilot certification. He emphasized that CFIs should give their students an English language test at the ICAO level 4, a requirement often overlooked. 

• Distilled requirements for various ratings/student pilots

• Example: Student Pilot Certification

  • Accepting the application and issuing the certificate via IACRA

• Summary of solo requirements

• Clarification of 1st 90-day and additional 90-day period endorsements

• Example of correct certification format (Date, Signature, Printed Name, CFI number, Expiration)

4. Appendices

• Appendix A: Table of Contents

  • Each endorsement references the FAR

  • Student pilots – List of possibilities

  • Easy to verify requirements

5. Prerequisites for a Practical Test – 61.39

Emphasized the importance of the A1 and A2 endorsements in the practical test process, which are prerequisites for every test and ensure the pilot has the necessary training and preparation. He also discussed additional endorsements such as the A72 for a flight review,

• Endorsements A.1 and A.2

• Reminders in certain sections

6. Instrument Rating Endorsements

• Includes A.1 and A.2 endorsements (with some inconsistencies noted)

7. Additional Endorsements

• Flight review (A.72)

• IPC (A.67)

• Wings (A.66)

• Complex (A.68)

• High Performance (A.69)

• High Altitude (A.70)

• Tailwheel (A.71)

• Authorization for solo in different Category/Class (A.72)

• Addition of additional category or class (A.74)

  • Note: A.1 and A.2 missing

8. Administrative Information

A comprehensive guide on how to use the FA.gov website, specifically focusing on the A/C section for aircraft certification was provided. He emphasized the importance of not overwhelming students with too much information at once and suggested presenting information in a way that builds upon previously learned concepts. Mike also discussed updates to the lesson plans and online course videos, and clarified requirements for pilot training and endorsements. Lastly, he informed the team that he would not be attending Oshkosh but assured them that they would be able to live stream into the event.

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