AVS222 Introduction to Technically Advanced Aircraft

Provides an overview of Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) systems, including automation, GPS navigation and the use of an autopilot. The student will acquire the knowledge to successfully manage TAA risks and benefits, as well as practical skills required for piloting TAA. The student will learn to integrate TAA technology with traditional flight competencies by performing scenario-based training missions in the appoved ground trainer, an Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). Course combines classroom instruction with additional 10 hours of dual simulated flight training in an AATD. Course restricted to Aviation Science Professional Pilot majors.