Learn
Master the skills that matter.
Foundation
The starting point. Core concepts every pilot needs.
First Principles
Framework
Blueprint for Optimal Learning
Foundation
University of Maine at Augusta Flight Training Syllabus
Foundation
Mindset
train intentionally | assess realistically | command effectively
Pursue Optimal Learning
Skill Acquisition
Train with intention within the Learn-Do-Fly framework.
Manage the Risk
Safety
Identify and mitigate hazards using the PAVE checklist.
Fly the Airplane
Prioritization
Maintain control of the airplane above all else.
Motion
sense precisely | maneuver geometrically | plan accordingly
Roll, Yaw, & Pitch
Aerodynamics
Control the airplane precisely about all three axes.
Lines & Circles
Geometry
Visualize the geometry of every maneuver.
Time & Distance
Navigation
Know how long and how far, on every flight.
Mechanics
act knowingly | operate confidently | manage skillfully
Action-Reaction
Control
Connect every control input to its aerodynamic effect.
Stalled Flight
Safety
Recognize, recover, and learn from stalled conditions with confidence.
Energy Management
Physics
Coordinate pitch and power for the desired flightpath and outcome.
Airwork
The maneuvers. Stick and rudder skills.
Steep Turns
Performance
Ground Reference Maneuvers
Ground Ref
Pattern Operations
Traffic Pattern
Slow Flight
Performance