Throughout the site you’ll see abbreviations for many aviation terms. The following list will get you started in this remarkable industry.
Abbreviation | Description |
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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 flight 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 |