Principles and Methods of Instruction

With the introduction of Part 61 to the Australian licensing system, prior to any helicopter pilot being able to provide instruction they must first hold a Flight Instructors' Rating (FIR), which includes completion of a Principles and Methods of Instruction (PMI) course with an approved helicopter flight school. Mike Becker's "e;Principles and Methods of Instruction for Helicopter Pilots"e; is the product of more than two decades of instructing experience. Mike Becker established Becker Helicopters in 1995 and has gained incredible insights into the science and process of competency-based training. This reference book is a comprehensive training resource for the helicopter pilot undertaking the PMI course. It covers a systems approach to training and addresses the topics of professional responsibility, personality types, the fundamentals of instruction and learning, the psychology of learning, and details some specific teaching methods."e;Principles and Methods of Instruction for Helicopter Pilots"e; is easy to read and contains a range of colour diagrams and photos to assist in the comprehension of the written information. It is an integral resource for any helicopter pilot pursuing a role as a flight instructor.