FAA-H-8083-25B: Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operating Handbook FAA-H-8083-24

This is the official updated FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25B.

Released in 2016, includes 2021 & 2022 updates. For use in 2023. Printed in Color.

The Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge is an essential book for any Remote, Sport, Recreational, Private, Commercial, and Instructor Pilot. It provides basic knowledge that is vital for all pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. This handbook is useful to beginning pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates.

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction to Flying
2. Aeronautical Decision-Making
3. Aircraft Construction
4. Principles of Flight
5. Aerodynamics of Flight
6. Flight Controls
7. Aircraft Systems
8. Flight Instruments
9. Flight Manuals and Other Documents
10. Weight and Balance
11. Aircraft Performance
12. Weather Theory
13. Aviation Weather Services
14. Airport Operations
15. Airspace
16. Navigation
17. Aeromedical Factors