Throughout the site you’ll see abbreviations for many aviation terms. The following list will get you started in this remarkable industry.
| Abbreviation | Description |
|---|---|
| BAK | Basic aeronautical knowledge |
| BFR | Biennial flight review |
| CASA | Civil Aviation Safety Authority, a government body which regulates Australian aviation safety, and oversees safety, aircraft registration and pilot licensing. |
| CFI | Chief flying instructor |
| CPL | Commercial pilot license |
| ERSA | En Route Supplement Australia – a book giving critical information for flight preparation and for the pilot in flight. Provided by Airservices Australia |
| GA | General aviation (CASA license) |
| GPA | Golden Plains Aviation (that’s us!) |
| HF | Human factors |
| PPL | Private pilot license |
| RA | Recreational aviation |
| RAAus | Recreational Aviation Australia – the peak body in Australia responsible for administering ultralight, recreational and Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) operations. |
| RPC | Recreational pilot certificate (RAAus) |
| RPL | Recreational pilot license (CASA) |
| TIF | Trial Instructional Flight |
| YLED | Lethbridge Airport Code |