Air Training Flashcards
1
Q
When was gliding training introduced?
A
During WWII
2
Q
When were two seated gliders introduced?
A
1950
3
Q
When was the ATC gliding fleet updated?
A
1980s
4
Q
Why were two seated gliders introduced?
A
It made it easier to instruct the cadet
5
Q
What are the different levels of gliding training?
A
- Gliding Familiarisation (AEG)
- Basic Gliding Training (BGT)
- Initial Gliding Training (IGT)
- Advanced Gliding Training (AGT)
- Gliding Instructor
6
Q
When and why were air experience flights first set up?
A
They were set up in 1957 to provide cadets with flying experience and training
7
Q
What planes have been used by the ATC?
A
Chipmunk 1957-1996
Bulldog 1996-1999
Tudor 1999-Present
8
Q
What are the different levels of air training?
A
- Flying Familiarisation (AEF)
- Flying Scholarship
- Pilot Navigation Scheme
- Microlight Training
