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Pilots
Flight training
Flight Instructor Guide
Instructional theory introduction Learning theory Human behaviour Effective communication The teaching process Teaching methods Evaluation Instructional aids Role modelling References for instructional theory Briefings introduction Taxiing Effects of controls Straight and level Climbing and descending Medium, climbing and descending turns Slow flight Basic stalling Circuit introduction Circuit considerations Engine failure after take-off Flapless landings Crosswind circuit Glide approach Vacating and joining at aerodromes Radio failure Forced landing without power – pattern Forced landing without power – considerations Steep turns Advanced stalling Maximum rate turns Wing-drop stalling Short field take-off and landing Low flying introduction Low flying consolidation Precautionary landing Terrain and weather awareness Basic mountain flying Compass use Instrument flying introduction Limited panel Unusual attitudes Night flying 1 Dead-reckoning navigation 2 Landing away 3 Weather avoidance and diversion 4 Inadvertent IMC and lost procedure Supervision of solo cross-country Appendix I Ground course Appendix 2 Sign-out checklist Flight Instructor Guide downloads
Pilot syllabus assistance Flight test standards guides Type ratings Approved instructional techniques courses Approved examiner theory course Fixed-wing flight training safety strategy
Standard overhead join
Helicopter flight instructor manual How to be a chief flying instructor
Pilot licensing
Licence application PPL privileges by DL9 medical certificate Using privileges of a New Zealand pilot licence on a validation from a foreign NAA Recognising foreign pilot licences Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act (TTMRA) NVIS rating
Pilot logbook
Engineering
Inspection Authorisation (IA) certificate Maintenance engineer licensing
Part 66 AME licence syllabuses Recognising foreign AME licences Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act (TTMRA)
Type ratings
Medical certification
For medical examiners
Medical Manual
Part 1: Introduction Part 2: The medical certification system
Legislation Application for a medical certificate Examination by the Medical Examiner Use of General Directions Assessment by Medical Examiner Applicant meets the medical standards Applicant does not meet the medical standards Accredited Medical Conclusion Extension of medical certificate Issue of medical certificate Communication Review of assessment by CAA Change in medical condition Review of Director’s decision by the Convener Replacement certificate Medical Examiner absence
Part 3: Clinical aviation medicine and clinical guidelines
Cardiovascular system
General considerations 12-lead ECG interpretation Atrial and ventricular premature beats Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter Aortic aneurysm Aortic valve disease Atrio-ventricular block Brugada syndrome Cardiomyopathy Cardiovascular risk assessment Congenital heart disease Coronary heart disease Hypertension Implantable devices - Pacemaker Left anterior and left posterior hemi-block Left Bundle Branch Block Marfan’s syndrome Mitral valve disease Oral anticoagulants Pericarditis Peripheral vascular disease QT prolongation Right Bundle Branch Block Sinus node arrest and sinoatrial block Tricuspid and pulmonary valve disease Valve replacement or repair Ventricular pre-excitation
Central nervous system
Cerebrovascular diseases / accidents Demyelinating disease Loss of consciousness (non-traumatic) Meningitis / encephalitis Migraines and headaches Neurocognitive impairment Parkinson’s disease Seizure disorders Transient global amnesia Traumatic brain injuries
Haematology
Haemochromatosis HIV - Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) HIV - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
Medication
HIV - Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) HIV - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Oral anticoagulants Weight loss - GLP-1 medication
Mental health
ADHD Alcohol and other drugs Mental health problems
Metabolism, nutritional and endocrine system
Adrenal Gland Disorder – Addison Disease Diabetes type I Diabetes type II Pituitary gland disorders Thyroid Gland Disorders Weight loss - GLP-1 medication
Ophthalmology
Introduction Anisometropia Astigmatism Cataract Colour vision Demyelinating disease & optic neuritis Diabetes Duane syndrome Eye muscle balance (phoria) Functional and true monocularity Glaucoma and ocular hypertension Hypermetropia Implantable collamer lenses Keratoconus Macular disease Myopia Presbyopia Refractive eye surgery Retinal detachment Secondary glaucoma Severe myopia Strabismus (tropia) Substandard vision in one eye Uveitis Visual aids Other conditions
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
Introduction Allergic rhinitis External ear disease Hearing impairment Impaired speech Inner ear disease and vestibulo-cochlear nerve Malignancies Nasal and sinus disease Nasal polyps Recurrent tonsillitis, tonsillectomy Sinusitis Tympanic membrane and middle ear disease
Respiratory system
Asthma Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Non-Spontaneous Pneumothorax Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Sarcoidosis Spontaneous Pneumothorax Traumatic Pneumothorax Tuberculosis
Part 4: General Directions Part 5: Annexes
General Directions
Timetable for routine examinations Examination procedures Temporary medical conditions Colour vision deficiency
How to become a medical examiner How to maintain your medical examiner designation Medical examiner resources
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For pilots and air traffic controllers
Obtaining your first medical certificate Renewing your medical certificate How to replace a medical certificate Private pilots who are flying on a DL9P driver licence medical certificate Accredited medical conclusion How to review a medical decision How to report a change in medical condition If I have concerns about a pilot or air traffic controller Regulatory information sheets Clinical guidelines for pilots and air traffic controllers
After a heart attack, or coronary artery stents Alcohol consumption and medical aviation safety Asthma ADHD Cardiovascular risk assessment Cataract Colour vision Depression Diabetes Glaucoma and ocular hypertension Haemochromatosis HIV - Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) HIV - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Hypertension Keratoconus Kidney stones Laser and refractive eye surgery Medical incapacitation Oral anticoagulants Obstructive sleep apnoea Parkinson’s disease Pregnancy Pregnant professional pilots report Recreational drugs Strokes and Transient Ischaemic Attacks Transient global amnesia (TGA) Weight loss
Forms NZ medical examiners Overseas medical examiners
Operators
Activity statistics Adventure aviation
List of Part 115 certificated organisations How to apply for an adventure aviation operator certificate
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Agricultural operations safety checklist How to apply for, renew, or amend an agricultural aircraft operator certificate
Issue Renew Amend
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How to become a certificated regulated air cargo agent RACA security check application List of Part 109 regulated air cargo agents
Air operations
Airlines (Part 121 and 125)
Cabin safety for airlines
Foreign air operators
Guidance for foreign operators
Air operations with helicopters and small aeroplanes How to apply for, renew, or amend an air operator certificate
List of certificated organisations
Emerging Technologies Programme
Latest news Emerging Aviation Technologies Forum Reduced and Zero Emissions Project Contact us
Research and development organisation certification Aviation security
Security rules
Air traffic services
ATS syllabus assistance List of Part 172 air traffic service organisations
Sport and recreation
List of Part 149 Certificated Organisations Amateur-built aircraft Vector magazine and Part 149 pilot/parachutist certificate holders
Fit and proper person process How to be a senior person Drug and alcohol management Address for service Airshows

Amateur-built aircraft

This information sheet steps you through the process of building and certifying an amateur-built aircraft. It has links to the various forms you will require.

Building an amateur-built aircraft [PDF 107 KB]

Eligibility statement amateur-built aircraft (CAA2115) [DOCX 41 KB]

Aircraft Maintenance Approval - Examination Syllabus Subject 60 - Maintenance Certification of Experimental Category Aircraft - July 2005 [PDF 192 KB]

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