Briefing · Aircraft Reference
Know the airplane before you fly it.
The POH is not optional reading.
Every student at Aces High should study the Pilot's Operating Handbook for their training aircraft before and throughout their training. The POH contains the procedures, limitations, and performance data specific to the airplane you fly. Your instructor will expect you to know it. Every handbook we fly behind is free to download below.
The Cessna 152 changed across model years, so grab the edition that matches the airframe you are flying. If you are not sure which one that is, the model year is on the airworthiness certificate in the aircraft, or just ask your instructor.
Avionics guides (G5, GI-275, GTN 650Xi, GNS 430, KAP 140, MX20) and the per-aircraft weight & balance sheets live on the aircraft documents page.
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Preflight, engine start, taxi, run-up, takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, approach, landing, and shutdown. The standard flow you will follow on every flight.
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Engine failure on takeoff, engine failure in flight, electrical fire, engine fire, forced landing, and emergency descent. These must be memorized, not just read.
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Takeoff and landing distance, rate of climb, cruise performance, range and endurance. You will use these for flight planning and your instructor will quiz you on them.
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Maximum gross weight, empty weight, fuel capacity, CG limits, and how to compute a weight and balance for every flight. Required knowledge for solo and checkride.
Every aircraft at Aces High has a physical copy of its POH in the airplane. It is a required document that must be on board for every flight. You can study it before or after your lesson on the ramp.
Aces High keeps reference copies of the POH for each aircraft type at the school. Ask Sam or your instructor and they will point you to the right one.
Every handbook we fly behind is at the top of this page, free to download. The aircraft documents page adds the avionics guides and the per-aircraft weight & balance sheets. Your instructor may also share specific sections relevant to your current training stage.
Aircraft Documents →Questions
Your instructor is the best resource for POH-related questions. If you need a copy or are unsure which sections to prioritize, ask during your next ground brief or call the school.