Name:
Weight-Shift Control Flight Review
Credits:
Basic WINGS
1 Credit for Basic Flight Topic 1
1 Credit for Basic Flight Topic 2
1 Credit for Basic Flight Topic 3
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 1
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
Activity Number:
APT-Weight-Shift Control Flight Review
Syllabus:
Takeoffs, Climbs, Approaches, Landings, Go-Arounds - WINGS
Positive Aircraft Control, including Loss of Control Issues
Aeronautical Decision Making, including Runway Safety Issues
Basic Flying Skills
Performance and Limitations, including Loss of Control Issues
Preflight Planning, Risk Management, and Fuel Management
Provided by:
Aeronautical Proficiency Training

This Accredited Activity is available to all airmen

To earn this Phase of WINGS the airmen under review must successfully accomplish the following:

  • Complete 3 hours of Ground Training noted in the credits above based on the materials and guidance listed below
  • Demonstrate Proficiency in the Flight Topics noted in the credits above based on the materials and guidance listed below

Advisory Circular 61-98D - Currency Requirements and Guidance for the Flight Review

Flight instructors and airmen under review should reference practical test standards (PTS) or Airman Certification Standards (ACS) documents appropriate to the certificates and ratings held by the pilot seeking a flight review

Click HERE for access to related ACS or PTS

Click HERE for online copy of this Advisory Circular

Flight Instructors and airmen can find additional information in:

  1. Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), official guide to basic flight information and air traffic control (ATC) procedures.

  2. FAA Handbooks:

    • FAA-H-8083-5, Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook

    • Addendum Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook

    • FAA-H-8083-25, Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.