Aviation Library – Free Downloads!

Aviation Library

Free Downloads!

AIRPLANE FLYING HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-3B. The definitive FAA resource for learning to fly, this is a must-have for your flying library. Free download,  PDF format, full-color illustrations, 352 pages.

PILOT’S HANDBOOK OF AERONAUTICAL KNOWLEDGE: FAA-H-8083-25B. A primary source and essential reference for every pilot, this is a must-have knowledge bank covering aerodynamics, aircraft systems, theory of flight, airspace, navigation, decision-making and a host of other topics necessary for operating safely and proficiently in today’s complex airspace environment.  Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 528 pages. 

AIRPLANE FLYING HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-27A Interested in learning to fly but don’t know where to start or even what to ask?  This is the resource for you!  2006 Edition with 2016 Change 1 Update.   Free download, PDF format, 24 pages.

AERONAUTICAL CHART USER’S GUIDE: Whether you rely on printed charts or the latest electronic flight bag, you’ll find the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide to be an invaluable resource for referencing and learning about the structure, format and symbology of aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications of the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Service. 2020 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 136 pages.

AIRCRAFT WEIGHT AND BALANCE HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-1B.  Here’s another volume you’ll want to add to your library.  Aside from addressing the critical topic of aircraft weight and balance for safety of flight and maintenance operations, this invaluable resource will  serve you as a primary resource for all of the FAA knowledge exams. 2016 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 112 pages.

PLANE SENSE: FAA-H-8083-19A.  Own your own aircraft or perhaps thinking about purchasing?  PLANE SENSE covers all of the basics about private aircraft acquisition, ownership, operation and maintenance. 2008 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 96 pages

ADVANCED AVIONICS HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-6 This FAA publication is designed to provide comprehensive information on advanced avionics equipment available in technically advanced aircraft. An older 2009 edition, this volume remains a useful source reference for  today’s general aviation pilot. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 114 pages.

INSTRUMENT FLYING HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-15B Regardless of whether you currently operate in the IFR environment or are seeking to add an instrument rating to your ticket,  the INSTRUMENT FLYING HANDBOOK deserves a space in your aviation library. 2012 edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 368 pages.

INSTRUMENT PROCEDURES HANDBOOK:            FAA-H-8083-16B.  Designed as a technical reference for all pilots who operate under instrument flight rules in the National Airspace System. This invaluable resource will  also serve you as a primary source for the FAA knowledge Exam. 2017 Edition.  Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations,  312 pages.

FAA-H-8083-15B: INSTRUMENT FLYING HANDBOOK ERRATA SHEET, October 2014. This single page document offers several updates for the 2012 edition of the Instrument Flying Handbook.

FAA-H-8083-15B: INSTRUMENT FLYING HANDBOOK ADDENDUM, April 2015. This three page document offers an addendum on Angle of Attack Indicators  for the 2012 edition of the Instrument Flying Handbook.

FAA-H-8083-15B: INSTRUMENT FLYING HANDBOOK ADDENDUM B, November 2019. This one page document offers an addendum on False Courses  for the 2012 edition of the Instrument Flying Handbook.

AVIATION INSTRUCTOR’S HANDBOOK:                FAA-H-8083-9A The main source for the Fundamentals of Instructing (FOI) FAA exam, this official FAA publication serves dual purposes, first as a primary resource for the Fundamentals of Instructing FAA exam, and second as an invaluable resource on theories of learning and teaching. 2008 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations, 226 pages.

Sample lesson plans to accompany the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook.  PDF format, 6 pages.

RISK MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-2 CHANGE 1. From the handbook’s preface: “This handbook is a tool designed to help recognize and manage risk. It provides a higher level of training to the pilot in command (PIC) who wishes to aspire to a greater understanding of the aviation environment and become a better pilot.”  2016 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations,  112 pages.

HELICOPTER FLYING HANDBOOK: FAA-H-8083-21B A primary reference for students preparing for their helicopter rating, and a teaching resource for helicopter flight instructors. The HELICOPTER FLYING HANDBOOK is the official source for all questions on the Helicopter FAA Knowledge Exams.  2019 Edition. Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations,  203 pages.

GLIDER FLYING HANDBOOK: FAA-8083-13A. From the handbook’s preface: “The Glider Flying Handbook is designed as a technical manual for applicants who are preparing for glider category rating and for currently certificated glider pilots who wish to improve their knowledge.” 2013 Edition.  Free download, PDF format, full-color illustrations,  203 pages.   

FAA-H-8083-13A: GLIDER FLYING HANDBOOK ERRATA SHEET, May 2015. This single page document offers several updates for the 2013 edition of the Glider Flying Handbook.