Airplane Flying Handbook: FAA-H-8083-3C (2026)
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THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO AIRPLANE FLYING, DEVELOPED BY FAA EXPERTS FOR USE IN 2026 AND BEYOND This full-color handbook, released by the Federal Aviation Administration in 2021, supersedes the previous edition FAA-H-8083-3B, dated 2016. The Federal Aviation Administration’s official publication, Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists with information on every topic needed to qualify for and excel in the field of aviation. Topics covered include: Flight Training Ground Operations Basic Flight Maneuvers Energy Management: Mastering Altitude and Airspeed Control Maintaining Aircraft Control: Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Takeoffs and Departure Climbs Ground Reference Maneuvers Airport Traffic Patterns Approaches and Landings Performance Maneuvers Night Operations Transitions to Complex, Light-Sport, Multiengine, Tailwheel, and Turbopropeller- and Jet-Powered Airplanes Emergency Procedures Updated in 2021 with the most current information, including an all-new chapter on energy management, the Airplane Flying Handbook is a great study guide for current pilots and for potential pilots who are interested in applying for their first license. With full-color illustrations, photos, and diagrams detailing every chapter, this is a one-of-a-kind resource for pilots and would-be pilots. It is also the perfect addition to any aircraft or aeronautical enthusiast's library. Review: Vital for students - I’m an aviation student and this book has been great. Review: Foundational Knowledge - This is one of the standard books referenced for all aviation instruction in almost every license and rating sought. A great supplement to the AFM (Airplane flying handbook) is the Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK). Also pairing these book with Shepherd air is a fantastic resource.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 311 Reviews |
C**N
Vital for students
I’m an aviation student and this book has been great.
K**N
Foundational Knowledge
This is one of the standard books referenced for all aviation instruction in almost every license and rating sought. A great supplement to the AFM (Airplane flying handbook) is the Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK). Also pairing these book with Shepherd air is a fantastic resource.
S**.
Engaging
Read it pretty quickly. Loved it
J**V
As recommended by flight instructors
Exactly what I needed to start learning about airplanes, as recommended by my instructor. No frills, just straightforward information.
D**N
Must have
Must have for learning to be a pilot
S**H
Pilot
Great book for the student pilot. Covers all aspects of flight and science of flight…
S**R
Product photo is confusing - 2021 IS THE MOST RECENT EDITION AVAILABLE
The book is nice and large with thick pages and colorful pictures. No complaints about the print quality. You can the digital version for free from the FAA but I find this easier to read. There are a few minor errors in the text that I'm sure will corrected in the next edition. It should be pointed out that despite what the product image shows, the latest version of the handbook IS 2021. The real book does NOT have a "2024" sticker on the front. I figure they meant to point out that the book is still valid for 2024.
M**H
FAA Book
I know we have access to this and all materials for free on the FAA website but it’s so nice to have a physical copy to read. Only downside is that they shipped my booked with other items I ordered and they moved around and some of the corners got bent.
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