Three topics that are directly related to the manufacture, operation, and repair of aircraft are: aerodynamics, aircraft assembly, and rigging. Each of these subject areas, though studied separately, eventually connect to provide a scientific and physical understanding of how an aircraft is prepared for flight. A logical place to start with these three topics is the study of basic aerodynamics. By studying aerodynamics, a person becomes familiar with the fundamentals of aircraft flight.
- Basic Aerodynamics
- The Atmosphere
- Aerodynamics and the Laws of Physics
- Airfoil
- Thrust and Drag
- Stability and Control
- Center of Gravity (CG) and the Axes of an Aircraft
- Primary Flight Controls and Trim Controls
- Auxiliary Lift Devices
- Control Systems for Large Aircraft
- High-Speed Aerodynamics
- Rotary-Wing Aircraft Assembly and Rigging
- Configurations of Rotary-Wing Aircraft
- Types of Rotor Systems
- Forces Acting on the Helicopter
- Helicopter Flight Conditions (Part One)
- Helicopter Flight Conditions (Part Two)
- Rotorcraft Controls
- Stabilizer Systems
- Helicopter Power Systems
- Transmission System (Part One)
- Transmission System (Part Two)
- Aircraft Rigging
- Aircraft Rigging – Control Operating Systems (Part One)
- Aircraft Rigging – Control Operating Systems (Part Two)
- Aircraft Rigging – Rigging Checks (Part One)
- Aircraft Rigging – Rigging Checks (Part Two)
- Aircraft Rigging – Rigging Checks (Part Three)
- Aircraft Rigging – Biplane Assembly and Rigging
- Aircraft Inspection (Part One)
- Aircraft Inspection (Part Two)
- Aircraft Inspection (Part Three)
- Aircraft Inspection (Part Four)
- Aircraft Inspection (Part Five)
- Aircraft Inspection (Part Six)
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