Download or read book Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook (Federal Aviation Administration): FAA-H-8083-5 written by Federal Aviation Federal Aviation Administration and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-24 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Weight-Shift Control (WSC) Aircraft Flying Handbook introduces the basic pilot knowledge and skills that are essentialfor piloting WSC aircraft. It introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that is needed as they progress in theirpilot training. This handbook is for student pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates.Student pilots learning to fly WSC aircraft, certificated pilots preparing for additional WSC ratings or who desire to improvetheir flying proficiency and aeronautical knowledge, and commercial WSC pilots teaching WSC students how to fly shouldfind this handbook helpful. This book introduces the prospective pilot to the realm of WSC flight and provides informationand guidance to all WSC pilots in the performance of various maneuvers and procedures.This handbook conforms to pilot training and certification concepts established by the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA). There are different ways of teaching, as well as performing flight procedures and maneuvers, and many variationsin the explanations of aerodynamic theories and principles. This handbook adopts a selective method and concept to flyingWSC aircraft. The discussions and explanations reflect the most commonly used practices and principles. Occasionally,the word "must" or similar language is used where the desired action is deemed critical. The use of such language is notintended to add to, interpret, or relieve a duty imposed by Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR).It is essential for persons using this handbook also to become familiar with and apply the pertinent parts of 14 CFR andthe Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). Performance standards for demonstrating competence required for pilotcertification are prescribed in the appropriate WSC practical test standard.