VFR Communications is broken down into 8 subject areas and 22 individual video segments. Based on over 50 years of aviation education experience from the instructors at Sporty's, the VFR Communications course contains over 60 minutes of engaging 3D animations, in-flight video and real-world communication scenarios.
INCLUDES ONLINE, APP AND TV FORMATS!
VFR Communications is broken down into 8 subject areas and 22 individual video segments. Based on over 50 years of aviation education experience from the instructors at Sporty's, the VFR Communications course contains over 60 minutes of engaging 3D animations, in-flight video and real-world communication scenarios.
Features:
• Covers all types of communications, including Air Traffic Control, non-tower fields, and emergency situations
• Detailed scenarios cover every aspect of both arriving and departing Class B, C and D airspace
• Learn all about en route communications, including how to get Flight Following with ATC
• Hear pilots making real communications, enhanced with detailed graphics and audio transcriptions
• Special section covers non-standard communications that you’ll hear in the real world--know what to expect after your checkride
VFR Communications covers the following topics:
• Intro / General Information
- Introduction
- Radio Phraseology
- Tips for Good Communication
• Non-Tower Field Communications
- Arriving at a Non-Tower Field
- Departing a Non-Tower Field
• En Route Communications
- VFR Flight Plans
- En Route Flight Advisory Service (EFAS)
- Hazardous In-Flight Weather Advisory Service (HIWAS)
- ATC Flight Following
• Non-Standard Communications
- Radio Phraseology Variations
- Understanding IFR Pilots
- Communication Shorthands
• Class D Airport Operations - Arriving at a Class D Airport
- Departing a Class D Airport
• Class C Airport Operations
- Class C Airspace Overview
- Arriving at a Class C Airport
- Departing a Class C Airport
• Class B Airport Operations
- Class B Airspace Overview
- Arriving at a Class B Airport
- Departing a Class B Airport
• Communications Failure
- Lost Communications Procedures
- Handheld Backup Radio
Also included is a review quiz based on content from the videos. After finishing the questions you’ll receive instant feedback on your score and be able to review missed questions.
Accepted for FAA Wings Credit