ADVANCED MERIT: AVIATION
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 1.  Read the book Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA 61-23A).

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 2.  Identify in flight at least 7 different types of aircraft, using their proper
     names.

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 3.  Make a sketch of an airfoil and explain how it helps an aircraft to fly.

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 4.  Using a model airplane, explain the effect of drag, lift, thrust and gravity
     on an aircraft in flight.

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 5.  Make a list of all the working parts of an aircraft and explain the purpose
     of each.

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 6.  Explain the difference between a piston, a jet, and a rocket type aircraft
     engine.

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 7.  Explain the purpose and importance of the following instruments on the
     instrument panel.

     a.  Compass.

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     b.  Oil Pressure Gauge.

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     c.  Altimeter.

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     d.  Bank and Turn Indicator.

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     e.  Airspeed Indicator.

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     f.  Tachometer.

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     g.  Gyro Horizon.

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     h.  Temperature Gauge.

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 8.  Explain in detail the proper procedures for each of the following.

     a.  Take Off.

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     b.  Banking and Turning.

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     c.  Landing.

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 9.  Visit an airport and make a list of the equipment and facilities used.

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10.  Take a flight in some kind of aircraft.

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11.  All above requirements can be waived if all requirements up to the solo flight
     are completed in a flight course.

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