FOI Task E Instructor Responsibilities and Professionalism Flashcards
Instructor Responsibilities and Professionalism
It is important that aviation instructors not only know how to teach, but they also need to project a
knowledgeable and professional image.
Aviation Instructor Responsibilities (HEMPSS)
Helping the student learn Emphasize the positive Minimize the student frustrations Provide adequate instructions Safety Standards of performance
Minimize student frustrations (MACKBAG)
Motivate Approach student as individual Critique Constructively Keep students informed Be consistant Admit errors Give credit when due
Flight Instructor Responsibilities (PEEPASS)
Pilot Supervision Evaluate of student ability Endorsements for instruction Pilot proficiency Additional training See & Avoid responsibility Student pre-solo thought process
Professionalism (SADPP)
Sincere Acceptance of student Demeanor Professional appearance Proper Language
Physiological Obstacles for Flight Students
Do not ignore negative factors - Fear of small aircraft - Strange noises - G-forces/Motion sickness Sick students may not be able to learn
Evaluation of Learner Ability
Demonstrated ability
Keep students informed
Correction of errors
Professional Development
Government
Educational
Commercial
Industry
Aviation Instructors and Exams
Knowledge Test - students will need to be endorsed per AC 61-65
Practical test - Signing a recommendation imposes a serious responsibility on the instructor