Theory and Principles of Flight Knowledge Requirements

In plain language

You must understand how weight, lift, propeller pitch, thrust, and center of gravity affect your RPA's flight performance and stability.

Requirement as structured

RPA pilots operating within level 1 complex operations must understand the effects of higher operating weight, lift production, propeller pitch and thrust, and the importance of staying within center of gravity limits.

Original regulatory text

Describe the effects of higher operating weight. Principles of flight The RPA pilot operating within level 1 complex operations must be able to: - Describe how lift is produced in various types of RPA. - Describe how propeller pitch affects power used and performance. - Describe how thrust is created by a propeller. Stability The RPA pilot operating within level 1 complex operations must be able to: - Explain why it is important to stay within manufacturer c of g limits in relation to stability.

Applies when

country

Canada

operation type

Level 1 Complex Operations

regulatory category

Specific