Motivation - P-12850009

Introduction to Basic Instruments

T-45C TS & ADV BIFP-02

MOTIVATION

You should gain a sound understanding of basic instrument flying

early in your training. The Basic Instrument lessons that you are

about to take will provide you with the necessary information you

need to master the complexities of instrument flight.

This lesson covers the location, purpose, and use of the cockpit

instruments and how to scan them in the most efficient matter. Later

in the curriculum, you will learn to apply this information to operate

safely in low visibility environments.

OVERVIEW

This lesson provides an overview to prepare you for using basic

instruments. Later study sessions and hands-on lessons will

address transitions, instrument turns, “S” patterns, TACAN/VOR

procedures, instrument failures, partial panel techniques, stalls and

unusual attitudes.

In this lesson, we will study:

Control instruments (attitude)

Control instruments (power)

Performance instruments

Position instruments

Basic instrument scan

Entering instrument mission data

As you move through the lesson, note that some instruments have

multiple functions and, therefore, appear in two or more categories

(e.g., the ADI).

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