Audio Ground School by Part Time Pilot

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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #10: Airspace Review 30.09.2026 26мин

  In this free private pilot lesson we do a review of airspace and VFR weather minimums by introducing some memory aids to help you memorize all that information for the FAA written exam.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #9: Approach Procedures 28.09.2026 58мин

  In this free IFR ground school lesson from Part Time Pilot we cover the basics of executing an approach procedure. We cover determining your aircraft approach category and landing minimums, the decision altitude for precision approaches and how that differs from an MDA of non-precision approaches, and we talk about specific procedures such as straight-in approaches, circling approaches, step-down fixes and sidestep approaches.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #9: Special Use Airspace 23.09.2026 26мин

  In this Free PPL Ground School lesson we cover all the types of special use airspace you need to know as a student pilot, a mnemonic to remember them all and what you need to remember about each in terms of regulation and how to find information on them.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #8: Approach Descent 21.09.2026 39мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Approach Descent. We review step-down altitudes and approach segments, how to identify descent points and minimums, and how to calculate the descent rate needed to maintain the glide slope during an instrument approach.
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  BONUS: New FAA Written Practice Questions 16.09.2026 40мин

  In this BONUS episode of the Audio Ground School podcast we talk about the recent changes to the FAA written and how that impacts student studying and then we get into what new subjects and new questions the FAA is asking students for their Private Pilot Written Exam!
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #8: Primary & Satellite Airports 09.09.2026 16мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Primary and Satellite Airports. We review the differences between primary and satellite airports, communication requirements, and the ATC procedures pilots must follow when operating within another airport’s controlled airspace.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #7: Approach Arcs with DMEs & RMIs 07.09.2026 24мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of DME Arcs and RMIs. We review how to fly DME arc approaches, lead and maintain turns, use the FAA’s ”turn 10, twist 10” technique, and how a Radio Magnetic Indicator (RMI) helps pilots accurately track an approach arc.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #7: Class G 02.09.2026 21мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class G Airspace. We review where Class G airspace exists, how to identify it in relation to Class E airspace, VFR weather minimums, communication requirements, and the operating rules for flying in uncontrolled airspace.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #6: Approach Segments & Identifying Fixes 31.08.2026 29мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Approach Segments and Identifying Fixes. We review the initial, intermediate, and final approach segments, how to identify approach fixes, and the navigation aids pilots use to determine their position during instrument approaches.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #6: Class E 26.08.2026 33мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class E Airspace. We review how to identify Class E airspace on sectional charts, understand its different floor altitudes, VFR weather minimums, and the operating rules for flying in controlled airspace outside of Class B, C, and D.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #5: Airport Diagram & Lighting 24.08.2026 33мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Airport Diagrams and Lighting. We review how to interpret airport diagrams, runway markings and dimensions, airport lighting systems, and the visual cues pilots use to safely navigate and land during instrument approaches.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #5: Class D 19.08.2026 19мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class D Airspace. We review how Class D airspace is depicted on sectional charts, its communication and weather requirements, operating rules, and how it transitions when the control tower is not in operation.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #4: Holding Pattern Speeds & Timing 17.08.2026 20мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Holding Pattern Speeds and Timing. We review FAA holding speed limits, standard timing procedures, leg length requirements, and how to adjust holding patterns for wind while remaining within protected airspace.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #4: Class C 12.08.2026 21мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class C Airspace. We review the structure and dimensions of Class C airspace, how to interpret its sectional chart markings, communication and equipment requirements, VFR weather minimums, and the operating rules for pilots flying into and around busy towered airports.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #3: Holding Pattern Instructions & Entries 10.08.2026 47мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Holding Pattern Instructions and Entries. We review how to interpret ATC holding instructions, determine the correct holding pattern entry, and perform direct, parallel, and teardrop entries using FAA-recommended procedures.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #3: Class B 05.08.2026 20мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class B Airspace. We review how Class B airspace is structured, its shelves and altitude limits, entry and communication requirements, VFR weather minimums, equipment requirements, and operating rules for pilots flying in and around the nation’s busiest airports.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #2: Course Reversals 03.08.2026 27мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Course Reversals. We review procedure turns, holding patterns, and teardrop course reversals, when each is used during an instrument approach, and how pilots safely intercept the final approach course.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #2: Class A 29.07.2026 15мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Class A Airspace. We review the boundaries of Class A airspace, the equipment requirements for operating within it, and why only IFR flights are permitted in this high-altitude controlled airspace.
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  IFR Section 8 - Lesson #1: Approach Charts/Plates Overview 27.07.2026 37мин

  In this free IFR Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of Instrument Approach Charts. We review the different sections of an approach plate, how to interpret chart names, minimums, frequencies, and approach information, and how pilots use these charts to safely fly instrument approaches.
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  Private Pilot - Section 6 - Lesson #1: VFR, IFR & Special VFR 22.07.2026 20мин

  In this free Private Pilot Online Ground School lesson from Part Time Pilot, we cover the topic of VFR, IFR, and Special VFR. We review the differences between Visual Flight Rules and Instrument Flight Rules, when Special VFR may be used, and the weather conditions and airspace requirements pilots must understand before every flight.