Airplane Flying Handbook

This is the Audiobook version of the Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3B published in 2016. It has been superseded by FAA-H-8083-3C produced in 2021. We have not yet made a new version of the audiobook. While much of the information is the same as the newer version, please be sure to download the newer version PDF from the FAA site and become familiar with the newest information.

Audiobook version of the 2016 FAA Airplane Flying Handbook

The Airplane Flying Handbook provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. This handbook introduces basic pilot

skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes. It provides information on transition to other airplanes and the

operation of various airplane systems. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in

cooperation with various aviation educators and industry. This handbook is developed to assist student pilots learning

to fly airplanes. It is also beneficial to pilots who wish to improve their flying proficiency and aeronautical knowledge,

those pilots preparing for additional certificates or ratings, and flight instructors engaged in the instruction of both student

and certificated pilots. It introduces the future pilot to the realm of flight and provides information and guidance in the

performance of procedures and maneuvers required for pilot certification.