Explore every episode of the podcast ATPL Assist
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGK -HYDRAULIC PUMPS & ACCUMULATORS | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:26:28 | |
In this episode we examine the two types of hydraulic pump: constant volume & constant pressure, how they differ and which components you need in the system when using each. What is an accumulator and when is it used? Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -ANNEX 7 REGISTRATION & ANNEX 8 AIRWORTHINESS | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:28:18 | |
In this episode we cover Annex 7 Registration, the requirements for registration of an aircraft, its common and registration mark, how it's displayed and where it should be registered. We also cover Annex 8 Airworthiness, examining what is an Airworthiness Certificate, who issues it, what the state of registry and design's requirements are and how problems are managed when away from the home state . Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| HPL -RUNWAY ILLUSIONS | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:14:54 | |
In this episode we explore illusions that pilots face on approach caused by wide narrow and sloping runways as well as atmosphere effect and shallow fog. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| HPL -THE EAR, HEARING & BALANCE | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:21:16 | |
In this episode we examine the outer, middle and inner ear, the dB scale, NIHL as well as how the semi-circular canals and otoliths function to maintain balance. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| HPL -EYE ANATOMY & VISION PROBLEMS | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:26:40 | |
In this episode we examine the basic eye anatomy, short and long sightedness as well as glaucoma and astigmatisms. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -OTHER CONVENTIONS SUPPLEMENTING CHICAGO 1944 | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:13:03 | |
In this episode we tackle the Tokyo, Montreal, Warsaw-Montreal & Rome conventions, how they manage terrorism & hijackings, who is liable for damage on the ground and your rights as a passenger when it comes to lost bags and tickets. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -THE 19 ICAO ANNEXES | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:10:55 | |
In this episode we examine the 19 annexes that form Article 37 of the Chicago Convention and are implemented and amended by ICAO. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -CHICAGO CONVENTION ARTICLES FOR PILOTS | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:24:29 | |
In this episode we work through the 96 ICAO articles that you need to know and how they pertain to air navigation. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -ICAO ORGANISATION & FIVE FREEDOMS OF THE AIR | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:13:12 | |
In this episode we examine ICAO's structural organisation and the five freedoms of the air. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| ALW -ICAO FORMATION, SARPS, SES, SERA & IATA | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:19:25 | |
In this episode we examine ICAO, when and how it was formed, the 96 articles of the Chicago Convention, the 19 annexes managed by ICAO, SARPS, the SES, Eurocontrol & SERA. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| AGK -CABIN HEATING & COOLING SYSTEMS | 13 Apr 2024 | 00:14:20 | |
In this episode we delve into the aircraft cabin heating and cooling systems, we explore how charge air is fed through the PACK system to reduce the temperature. What is an air cycle machine and how the compressor, turbine heat exchanges work to reduce the air temperature. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| AGK -CABIN PRESSURISATION | 13 Apr 2024 | 00:29:16 | |
In this episode we delve into the aircraft pressurisation system, the phases of flight for pressurisation, what is pressure differential, how to work with its limitations and the valves fitted as hardware to ensure it operates in all conditions. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| HPL -HYPOXIA & HYPERVENTILATION | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:24:44 | |
In this episode we delve into hypoxia and hyperventilation, the signs and symptoms and how it affects the body. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| AGK -AIRCRAFT BRAKING SYSTEMS | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:17:18 | |
In this episode we delve into the aircraft braking system, what a brake system must be able to do, what is anti-skid and autobrake, how they slow the aircraft and when/how they stop functining and disarm. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| AGK -THE CARBURETOR | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:24:44 | |
In this episode we delve into the carburetor, its vital components, how carburetor icing forms as well as basic fuel mixture control. Test yourself at the end with our poser questions. Listen while you're driving or fill in the gaps in your study schedule with us. | |||
| AGK -BASIC PHYSICS & EQUATIONS | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:11:38 | |
Aircraft General Knowledge | |||