The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate
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A ground school textbook, maneuvers manual, and syllabus all rolled into one, The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual provides a step-by-step comprehensive course for student pilots working towards a Private or Sport Pilot Certificate. This authoritative volume from the legendary flight instructor William K. Kershner, edited by his son, William C. Kershner, presents a wealth of practical information, while encouraging student pilot decision making. The fundamentals of flying are clearly described in a methodical yet informal manner that a learner can easily absorb with detailed references to maneuvers and procedures and fully illustrated including the author’s original drawings.

This manual covers everything you need to know for your first flight, presolo, post-solo maneuvers, cross-country, and night flying. First published in 1960 and updated continuously since then, this updated 12th Edition features color figures and enhanced instruction to ensure you will be prepared for the classroom, tarmac, and flight deck.

A gathering of material used in preflight and postflight briefings accompanies in-flight instruction, all provided by one of the greatest flight instructors of our time. A synopsis of what to expect for your FAA Knowledge Exam and checkride will reassure any student or renewing pilot. Intended to do more than help you “get past” the exam and checkride—this book also features the essential information used in the day-to-day processes of flying airplanes.

With over six decades of experience as pilot-in-command flying more than 100 types and models of airplanes, Bill Kershner was FAA/General Aviation Flight Instructor of the Year in 1992 and then named Elder Statesman of Aviation in 1997. He was inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in 1998. His son, William C. Kershner, who edited and updated this volume, was soloed by his father and holds Flight Instructor and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates. Across his more than 15,000 hours of flight time, he has flown 22 types of airplane, ranging from Cessna 150s to Boeing 777s.

Important note from the publisher:

While AI-generated content can be helpful to identify resources for ongoing study, it is not a reliable resource for learning critical, safety-dependent topics such as aviation. AI content is sterile, often lacks important context, and is at risk of errors. ASA publishes only human-generated content to ensure it is accurate, reliable, comprehensive, and presented in context—so you can become a safe and effective aviator.

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The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate
This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.

Now in full color!

A ground school textbook, maneuvers manual, and syllabus all rolled into one, The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual provides a step-by-step comprehensive course for student pilots working towards a Private or Sport Pilot Certificate. This authoritative volume from the legendary flight instructor William K. Kershner, edited by his son, William C. Kershner, presents a wealth of practical information, while encouraging student pilot decision making. The fundamentals of flying are clearly described in a methodical yet informal manner that a learner can easily absorb with detailed references to maneuvers and procedures and fully illustrated including the author’s original drawings.

This manual covers everything you need to know for your first flight, presolo, post-solo maneuvers, cross-country, and night flying. First published in 1960 and updated continuously since then, this updated 12th Edition features color figures and enhanced instruction to ensure you will be prepared for the classroom, tarmac, and flight deck.

A gathering of material used in preflight and postflight briefings accompanies in-flight instruction, all provided by one of the greatest flight instructors of our time. A synopsis of what to expect for your FAA Knowledge Exam and checkride will reassure any student or renewing pilot. Intended to do more than help you “get past” the exam and checkride—this book also features the essential information used in the day-to-day processes of flying airplanes.

With over six decades of experience as pilot-in-command flying more than 100 types and models of airplanes, Bill Kershner was FAA/General Aviation Flight Instructor of the Year in 1992 and then named Elder Statesman of Aviation in 1997. He was inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in 1998. His son, William C. Kershner, who edited and updated this volume, was soloed by his father and holds Flight Instructor and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates. Across his more than 15,000 hours of flight time, he has flown 22 types of airplane, ranging from Cessna 150s to Boeing 777s.

Important note from the publisher:

While AI-generated content can be helpful to identify resources for ongoing study, it is not a reliable resource for learning critical, safety-dependent topics such as aviation. AI content is sterile, often lacks important context, and is at risk of errors. ASA publishes only human-generated content to ensure it is accurate, reliable, comprehensive, and presented in context—so you can become a safe and effective aviator.

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The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate

The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate

The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate

The Student Pilot's Flight Manual: From First Flight to Pilot Certificate

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This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.

Now in full color!

A ground school textbook, maneuvers manual, and syllabus all rolled into one, The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual provides a step-by-step comprehensive course for student pilots working towards a Private or Sport Pilot Certificate. This authoritative volume from the legendary flight instructor William K. Kershner, edited by his son, William C. Kershner, presents a wealth of practical information, while encouraging student pilot decision making. The fundamentals of flying are clearly described in a methodical yet informal manner that a learner can easily absorb with detailed references to maneuvers and procedures and fully illustrated including the author’s original drawings.

This manual covers everything you need to know for your first flight, presolo, post-solo maneuvers, cross-country, and night flying. First published in 1960 and updated continuously since then, this updated 12th Edition features color figures and enhanced instruction to ensure you will be prepared for the classroom, tarmac, and flight deck.

A gathering of material used in preflight and postflight briefings accompanies in-flight instruction, all provided by one of the greatest flight instructors of our time. A synopsis of what to expect for your FAA Knowledge Exam and checkride will reassure any student or renewing pilot. Intended to do more than help you “get past” the exam and checkride—this book also features the essential information used in the day-to-day processes of flying airplanes.

With over six decades of experience as pilot-in-command flying more than 100 types and models of airplanes, Bill Kershner was FAA/General Aviation Flight Instructor of the Year in 1992 and then named Elder Statesman of Aviation in 1997. He was inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in 1998. His son, William C. Kershner, who edited and updated this volume, was soloed by his father and holds Flight Instructor and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates. Across his more than 15,000 hours of flight time, he has flown 22 types of airplane, ranging from Cessna 150s to Boeing 777s.

Important note from the publisher:

While AI-generated content can be helpful to identify resources for ongoing study, it is not a reliable resource for learning critical, safety-dependent topics such as aviation. AI content is sterile, often lacks important context, and is at risk of errors. ASA publishes only human-generated content to ensure it is accurate, reliable, comprehensive, and presented in context—so you can become a safe and effective aviator.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781644254080
Publisher: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.
Publication date: 04/29/2025
Series: Kershner Flight Manual Series
Edition description: Twelfth Edition
Pages: 512
Product dimensions: 8.25(w) x 10.75(h) x (d)

About the Author

With over six decades of experience as pilot-in-command flying more than 100 types and models of airplanes, Bill Kershner was FAA/General Aviation Flight Instructor of the Year in 1992 and then named Elder Statesman of Aviation in 1997. He was inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame in 1998. His son, William C. Kershner, who edited and updated this volume, was soloed by his father and holds Flight Instructor and Airline Transport Pilot Certificates. Across his more than 15,000 hours of flight time, he has flown 22 types of airplane, ranging from Cessna 150s to Boeing 777s.

Table of Contents

A note for Private Pilots Preparing for the Flight Reviewiv
Prefacevii
Part 1Before the Flight
1.Starting to Fly1
2.The Airplane and How It Flies1
3.Cockpit--Instruments and Systems1
4.Preflight Check1
5.Starting the Airplane1
6.Taxiing1
7.Pretakeoff or Cockpit Check1
Part 2Presolo
8.Effects of Controls1
9.The Four Fundamentals1
10.Elementary Precision Maneuvers1
11.Elementary Emergency Landings1
12.Stalls and Slow Flight1
13.Takeoffs and Landings1
Part 3Postsolo Maneuvers
14.Advanced Stalls1
15.Emergency Flying by Reference to Instruments1
16.Postsolo Precision Maneuvers1
17.Special Takeoff and Landing Procedures1
18.High-Altitude Emergencies1
Part 4Cross-Country and Night Flying
19.The Navigation Idea1
20.The Chart and Other Printed Aids1
21.Using the Radio1
22.Weather Information1
23.The Cross-Country--Knowing Your Airplane1
24.Navigation Planning1
25.Flying the Cross-Country1
26.Introduction to Night Flying1
Part 5The Knowledge and Practical (Flight) Tests
27.The Knowledge Test Review1
28.The Practical (Flight) Test1
Part 6Syllabus
Private Certificate Syllabus1
Appendixes
A.Wake Turbulence1
B.Airport/Facility Directory Legend1
C.Medical Facts for Pilots1
D.Added Notes on Engines and Other Systems1
Bibliography1
Index1
Sectional Chart
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