Study and Reference Guide—Balloon Pilot Licence including Flight Instructor Rating - TP 10087

Third Edition, April 1997, Revised October 2010

• General
• Table of Contents
• 1.0 Air Law and Procedures
• 2.0 Envelopes, Baskets and Burners
• 3.0 Theory of Flight (Aerostatics)
• 4.0 Flight Instruments
• 5.0 Meteorology
• 6.0 Navigation and Radio Aids
• 7.0 Flight Operations
• 8.0 Human Factors
• 9.0 Flight Instructor Rating
• Examination Results - Decoding
• Recommended Study Material
• Enquiries

General

Knowledge Requirements

Applicants for pilot licences in the balloon category shall thoroughly understand the operational provisions of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) along with the associated Standards, and Air Traffic Rules and Procedures that are appropriate to the licence, and in accordance with flight under the Visual flight Rules (VFR).

Applicants for this licence shall have a basic understanding of the remaining subjects in this guide. As well, they must have the ability to apply these subject practically where required. Applicants must also be able to read the examination questions in either English or French without assistance.

Examinations

Student Pilot Permit

Applicants for the Student Pilot Permit shall demonstrate their knowledge by writing a Transport Canada multiple choice examination on subjects contained in this guide.

The requirement to write the PSTAR examination shall be deemed to have been met in the case of an applicant who holds a valid Canadian pilot licence or permit in any other category of aircraft except ultra-light aeroplane.

Examination	Questions	Time Limit	Pass Mark
Student Pilot Permit (PSTAR)	50	1½ hours	90%

Balloon Pilot Licences

Applicants for the Pilot Licence in the Balloon Category shall demonstrate their knowledge by writing a Transport Canada multiple choice examination on subjects contained in this guide.

Examination	Questions	Time Limit	Pass Mark
Balloon Pilot Licenses	50	2 hours	60%

Balloon Instructor Rating

Applicants for the Instructor rating in the Balloon Category shall demonstrate their knowledge of instructional techniques by writing a Transport Canada multiple choice examination on subjects contained in Section 9 of this guide.

Examination	Questions	Time Limit	Pass Mark
Balloon Instructor Ratings (FITEN)	25	1 hour	80%

Table of Contents

1. Air Law and Procedures

• 1.1-1.4 CARs
• 1.5 Airworthiness Manual
• 1.6 TC AIM
• 1.7 Air Traffic Services and Procedures
• 1.8 Transportation Safety Board of Canada

2. Envelopes, Baskets and Burners

• 2.1 Envelopes
• 2.2 Baskets
• 2.3 Burners
• 2.4 Electrical System
• 2.5 Fuel System and Fuels
• 2.6 Other Aircraft Systems

3. Theory of Flight (Aerostatics)

• 3.1 Principles of Flight
• 3.2 Forces Acting on a Balloon
• 3.3 Flight Characteristics
• 3.4 Design
• 3.5 Flight Controls
• 3.6 Effects of Temperature and Altitude

4. Flight Instruments

• 4.1 Vertical Speed Indicator
• 4.2 Altimeter
• 4.3 Magnetism
• 4.4 Direct Reading Magnetic Compass
• 4.5 Temperature Gauges

5. Meteorology

• 5.1 The Earth's Atmosphere
• 5.2 Atmospheric Pressure
• 5.3 Meteorological Aspects of Altimetry
• 5.4 Temperature
• 5.5 Moisture
• 5.6 Stability and Instability
• 5.7 Clouds
• 5.8 Turbulence
• 5.9 Wind
• 5.10 Air Masses
• 5.11 Fronts
• 5.12 Frontal Weather
• 5.13 Thunderstorms and Tornadoes
• 5.14 Squall Lines
• 5.15 Terrain Effects
• 5.16 Surface Based Layers
• 5.17 Meteorological Services Available to Pilots
• 5.18 Aviation Weather Reports
• 5.19 Aviation Forecasts
• 5.20 Weather Maps and Prognostic Charts

6. Navigation and Radio Aids

• 6.1 Definition
• 6.2 Maps and Charts
• 6.3 Time
• 6.4 Pilot Navigation
• 6.5 Pre-flight Preparation
• 6.6 Radio and Radar Aids

7. Flight Operations

• 7.1 Atmospheric Effects on Flight
• 7.2 Balloon Performance
• 7.3 Use of Performance Charts
• 7.4 Weight
• 7.5 Wake Turbulence
• 7.6 Search and Rescue

8. Human Factors

• 8.1 Aviation Physiology
• 8.2 The Pilot and the Operating Environment
• 8.3 Aviation Psychology
• 8.4 Pilot - Equipment / Materials Relationship
• 8.5 Interpersonal Relations

9. Flight Instructor Rating

9.1 Learning and Learning Factors

1.0 Air Law and Procedures

S&RG #		SUBJECT
		CARs
1.1		PART I - GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1.1		101 - INTERPRETATION
	.1	101.01  Interpretation
1.1.2		103 - ADMINISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE
	.1	103.02  Inspection of Aircraft, Requests for Production of Documents and Prohibitions
	.2	103.03  Return of Canadian Aviation Documents
	.3	103.04  Record Keeping
1.2		PART III - AERODROME AND AIRPORTS
1.2.1		300 - INTERPRETATION
	.1	300.01  Interpretation
1.2.2		301 - AERODROME
	.1	301.01  Application
	.2	301.04  Markers and Markings
	.3	301.06  Wind Direction Indicator
	.4	301.07  Lighting
	.5	301.08  Prohibitions
	.6	301.09  Fire Prevention
1.2.3		302 - AIRPORTS
	.1	302.10  Prohibitions
	.2	302.11  Fire Prevention
1.3		Part IV - Personnel Licensing and Training
1.3.1		400 - GENERAL
	.1	400.01  Interpretation
1.3.2		401 - Flight Crew Permits, Licenses and Ratings
	.1	401.03  Requirements to Hold a Flight Crew Permit, Licence or Rating
	.2	401.04  Flight Crew Members of Aircraft Registered in Contracting States other than Canada
	.3	401.05  Recency Requirements
	.4	401.08  Personal Logs
	.5	401.25  Pilot Licence - Balloons - Privileges
	.6	401.28  Reimbursement of Costs Incurred in Respect of a Flight
	.7	401.42  Night Rating
1.3.3		404 -  MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
	.1	404.03  Requirement to Hold a Medical Certificate (MC)
	.2	404.04  Issuance, Renewal and Validity Period of MC
	.3	404.06  Prohibitions Regarding Exercise of Privileges
	.4	404.18  Permission to Continue to Exercise the Privileges of a Licence or Rating
1.4		PART VI - General Operating And Flight Rules
1.4.1		600 -  Interpretation
	.1	600.01  Interpretation
1.4.2		601 - Airspace Structure, Classification and Use
	.1	601.01  Airspace Structure
	.2	601.02  Airspace Classification
	.3	601.03  Transponder Airspace
	.4	601.04  IFR or VFR Flight in Class F Special Use Restricted Airspace or Class F Special Use Advisory Airspace
	.5	601.06  VFR Flight in Class A Airspace
	.6	601.07  VFR Flight in Class B Airspace
	.7	601.08  VFR Flight in Class C Airspace
	.8	601.09  VFR Flight in Class D Airspace
	.9	601.15  Forest Fire Aircraft Operating Restrictions
	.10	601.16  Issuance of NOTAM for Forest Fire Aircraft Operating Restrictions
1.4.3		602 - Operating and Flight Rules
		GENERAL
	.1	602.01  Reckless or Negligent Operation of Aircraft
	.2	602.02  Fitness of Flight Crew Members
	.3	602.03  Alcohol or Drugs - Crew Members
	.4	602.04  Alcohol or Drugs - Passengers
	.5	602.05  Compliance with Instructions
	.6	602.06  Smoking
	.7	602.07  Aircraft Operating Limitations
	.8	602.08  Portable Electronic Devices
	.9	602.12  Overflight of Built-up Areas or Open-Air Assemblies of Persons During Take-offs, Approaches and Landings
	.10	602.13  Take-offs, Approaches and Landings within Built-up Areas of Cities and Towns
	.11	602.14  Minimum Altitude and Distances
	.12	602.15  Permissible Low Altitude Flight
	.13	602.18  Flight over Built-up Areas - Balloons
	.14	602.19  Right-of-Way - General
	.15	602.21  Avoidance of Collision
	.16	602.23  Dropping of Objects
	.17	602.24  Formation Flight
	.18	602.31  Compliance with Air Traffic Control Instructions and Clearances
	.19	602.34  Cruising Altitudes and Cruising Flight Levels
	.20	602.35  Altimeter Setting and Operating Procedures in the Altimeter-Setting Region
	.21	602.36  Altimeter Setting and Operating Procedures in the Standard Pressure Region
	.22	602.37  Altimeter Setting and Operating Procedures in Transition Between Regions
	.23	602.40  Landing at or Take-off from an Aerodrome at Night
		Operational and Emergency Equipment Requirements
	.24	602.58  Prohibition
	.25	602.59  Equipment Standards
	.26	602.61  Survival Equipment - Flights over Land
	.27	602.62  Life Preservers and Personal Flotation Devices
		Flight Preparation, Flight Plans and Flight Itineraries
	.28	602.70  Interpretation
	.29	602.71  Pre-flight Information
	.30	602.72  Weather Information
	.31	602.73  Requirements to file a Flight Plan or a Flight Itinerary
	.32	602.74  Contents of a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary
	.33	602.75  Filing of a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary
	.34	602.76  Changes in the Flight Plan
	.35	602.77  Requirements to File an Arrival Report
	.36	602.78  Contents of an Arrival Report
	.37	602.79  Overdue Aircraft Reports
		Operations at or in the Vicinity of an Aerodrome
	.38	602.96  General
	.39	602.97  VFR and IFR Aircraft Operations at Uncontrolled Aerodromes within an MF Area
	.40	602.98  General MF Reporting Procedures
	.41	602.99  MF Reporting Procedures before Entering Manoeuvring Area
	.42	602.100  MF Reporting Procedures on Departure
	.43	602.101  MF Reporting Procedures on Arrival
	.44	602.103  Reporting Procedures when Flying through an MF Area
		Visual Flight Rules
	.45	602.114  Minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions for VFR Flight in VFR Flight in Controlled Airspace
	.46	602.115  Minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions for VFR Flight in Uncontrolled Airspace
	.47	602.117  Special VFR Flight
		RADIOCOMMUNICATIONS
	.48	602.136  Continuous Listening Watch
	.49	602.138  Two-way Radiocommunication Failure in VFR Flight
		Emergency Communication and Security
	.50	602.143  Emergency Radio Frequency Capability
	.51	602.144  Interception Signals, Interception of Aircraft and Instructions to Land
	.52	602.145  ADIZ
1.4.4		603 - Special Flight Operations
		Balloons with Fair Paying Passengers
	.1	603.16  Application
	.2	603.17  Certification Requirements
	.3	603.18  Issuance of Special Flight Operating Certificate - Balloons
	.4	603.19  Contents of Special Flight Operating Certificate - Balloons
	.5	603.20  General Conditions of Flight Operations Certificate - Balloons
	.6	603.21  Crew Member Qualifications
	.7	603.22  Briefing of Passengers
	.8	603.23  Operations at Night
	.9	603.24  Tethered Flight
	.10	603.25  External Carriage of Passengers
	.11	603.26  Leaving a Balloon in Flight
1.4.5		605 - Aircraft Requirements
		GENERAL
	.1	605.03  Flight Authority
	.2	605.04  Availability of Aircraft Flight Manual
	.3	605.05  Markings and Placards
	.4	605.08  Unserviceable and Removed Equipment - General
		Aircraft Equipment Requirements
	.5	605.19  Balloon - Day VFR
	.6	605.20  Balloon - Night VFR
	.7	605.22  Seat and Safety-Belt Requirements
	.8	605.31  Oxygen Equipment and Supply
	.9	605.32  Use of Oxygen
	.10	605.35  Transponder and Automatic Pressure Altitude Reporting Equipment
	.11	605.38  ELT
	.12	605.40  ELT Activation
		Aircraft Maintenance Requirements
	.13	605.84  Aircraft Maintenance - General
	.14	605.85  Maintenance Release and Elementary Work
	.15	605.86  Maintenance Schedule
	.16	605.88  Inspection after Abnormal Occurrences
		Technical Record
	.17	605.92  Requirement to Keep Technical Records - Subsection (1)
	.18	605.93  Technical Records - General
	.19	605.94  Journey Log Requirements
	.20	605.95  Journey Log - Carrying on Board
	.21	605.97  Transfer of Records
1.4.6		606 - Miscellaneous
	.1	606.01  Munitions of War
	.2	606.02  Liability Insurance - Subsection (9)
1.5		Airworthiness Manual, Chapter 531
	.1	Required Basic Equipment
1.6		TC AIM
	.1	Aircraft Identification, Marking, Registration, Leasing and Insurance (LRA Information)
1.7		Air Traffic Services and Procedures
	.1	Air Traffic and Advisory Services
	.2	Flight Service Stations
	.3	Communication Procedures
	.4	Radar Service
	.5	ATC Clearance/Instruction/Informations
	.6	Airport/Aerodrome Operations - Controlled and Uncontrolled
	.7	Mandatory and Aerodrome Traffic Frequencies
	.8	VFR En Route Procedures
1.8		Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB)
	.1	Aircraft Accident and Missing Aircraft (See TC AIM Gen 3.0)

2.0 Envelopes, Baskets and Burners

2.1  Envelopes

1. Types
2. Shapes
3. Materials and Properties
4. Construction, Stitching and Load Carriers
5. Skirts and Scoops
6. Vent and valve Systems

2.2  Baskets

1. Materials
2. Suspension
3. Connections
4. Construction Repair and Care

2.3  Burners

1. Arrangement
2. Types
3. Performance Characteristics
4. Design and Construction
5. Features (Suspensions, Controls and Backups)
6. Blast Valves, Hoses and Pilot Burners

2.4  Electrical Systems

1. Batteries
2. Lighting
3. Aircraft Instruments

2.5  Fuel System and Fuels

1. Types and Properties of Fuels
2. Density/Weight
3. Fuel Contamination
4. Fuel Tanks - Material, Construction, Fitting and Safety Features
5. Venting
6. Fuel Lines
7. Cold Weather Operations
8. Fuel Management - Ground and Air
9. Fuel Handling - Refuelling

2.6  Other Aircraft Systems

1. Oxygen
2. Fire Protection

3.0 Theory of Flight (Aerostatics)

3.1  Principles of Flight

1. Bernoulli's Theorem
2. Newton's Law

3.2 Forces Acting on a Balloon

1. Lift
2. Weight
3. Equilibrium

3.3 Flight Characteristics

1. Handling Characteristics Related to envelope Size and Shape

3.4 Design

1. Load Distribution
2. Structural Limitations

3.5 Flight Controls

1. Functions of Vents, Valves and Rip Panels
2. Relationship between Controls and their Effects

3.6 Effects of Temperature and Altitude

1. Density Altitude

4.0 Flight Instruments

4.1  Vertical Speed Indicator

1. Principles of Operations
2. Lag

4.2  Altimeter

1. Principles of Operation
2. Errors

4.3  Magnetism

1. The Earth's Magnetism
2. Variation

4.4  Direct Reading Magnetic Compass

1. Principles of Operations
2. Construction, Limitations and Faults
3. Reading the Compass

4.5  Temperature Gauges

1. Types
2. Principles of Operation
3. Advantages/Disadvantages

5.0 Meteorology

5.1 The Earth's Atmosphere

1. Composition and Physical Properties
2. Vertical Structure
3. The Standard Atmosphere
4. Density and Pressure
5. Mobility
6. Expansion and Compression

5.2 Atmospheric Pressure

1. Definition
2. Pressure Measurements
3. Station Pressure
4. Sea Level Pressure
5. Pressure Systems and their Variations
6. Effects of Temperature
7. Isobars
8. Horizontal Pressure Differences

5.3 Meteorological Aspects of Altimetry

1. Pressure Altitude
2. Density Altitude
3. Altimeter Settings

5.4 Temperature

1. Temperature Scales, Farhenheit and Celsius
2. Heating and Cooling of the Atmosphere - Convection/Advection/ Radiation
3. Horizontal Differences
4. Temperature Variations with Altitude
5. Inversions
6. Isothermal Layers

5.5 Moisture

1. Relative Humidity Dewpoint
2. Change of State
3. Sublimation and Condensation
4. Cloud Formation
5. Precipitation
6. Saturated and Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rates

5.6 Stability and Instability

1. Lapse Rate and Stability
2. Modification of Stability
3. Characteristics of Stable and Unstable Air
4. Surface Heating and Cooling
5. Lifting Processes
6. Subsidence/Convergence

5.7 Clouds

1. Classification
2. Formation and Structure
3. Types and Recognition
4. Associated Precipitation and Turbulence

5.8 Turbulence

1. Convective
2. Mechanical
3. Wind Shear
4. Frontal Systems

5.9 Wind

1. Pressure Gradient
2. Deflection caused by the Earth's Rotation/Centrifugal Force
3. Low Level Winds - Variation in Surface Wind
4. Friction
5. Veer and Back
6. Squalls and Gusts
7. Diurnal Effects
8. Land and Sea Breezes
9. Katabatic/Anabatic Effects
10. Topographical Effects
11. Wind Shear, Types and Causes

5.10 Air Masses

1. Definition and Characteristics
2. Formation
3. Classification
4. Modification
5. Factors that Determines Weather
6. Seasonal and geographic Effects
7. Air Masses affecting North America

5.11 Fronts

1. Structure
2. Types
3. Formation
4. Cross-sections
5. Frontogenesis and Frontolysis

5.12 Frontal Weather

1. Cold Front
2. Warm Front
3. TROWAL and Upper Fonts

5.13 Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

1. Requirements for Development
2. Structure and Development
3. Types - Air Mass, Frontal
4. Hazards - Updrafts, Downdrafts, Gust Fronts, Downbursts, Microbursts, Hail and Lightning

5.14 Squall Lines

5.15 Terrain Effects

5.16 Surface Based Layers

1. Fog Formation
2. Fog Types
3. Haze and Smoke
4. Obscured/Partially Obscured

5.17 Meteorological Services Available to Pilots

1. Flight Information Centres (FIC)
2. Aviation Weather Website
3. Pilot's Automatic Telephone Weather Answering Service (PATWAS)
4. Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)

5.18 Aviation Weather Reports

1. Aviation Routine Weather Reports (METAR)
2. Speci
3. Decoding
4. AWOS
5. Pilot Reports (PIREP and AIREP)

5.19 Aviation Forecasts

1. Times Issued and Validity Periods
2. Decoding
3. Graphical Area Forecasts (GFA)/AIRMET
4. Aerodrome Forecasts (TAF)
5. Upper Level Wind and Temperature Forecast (FD)
6. Significant In-Flight Weather Warning Messages (SIGMET)

5.20 Weather Maps and Prognostic Charts

1. Times Issued and validity Periods
2. Symbols and Decoding
3. Surface Weather Charts
4. Prognostic Surface Chart

6.0 Navigation and Radio Aids

6.1  Definitions

1. Longitude
2. Latitude
3. Variation
4. Deviation
5. Track
6. Ground Position
7. Bearing
8. Wind Velocity

6.2  Maps And Charts

1. Projections and Characteristics
2. 1:250,000 Transverse Mercator (VTA)
3. 1:500,000 Lambert Conformal Projection (VNC)
4. Topographical Symbols
5. Elevation and Contours (Relief)
6. Aeronautical Information
7. Scale and Units Measurement
8. Locating Position by Latitude and Longitude

6.3  TIME

1. 24 Hour System
2. Conversion of UTC to Local and Vice Versa

6.4  Pilot Navigation

1. Use of Aeronautical Charts
2. Measurement of Track and Distance
3. Map Reading
4. Check Points and Pin-Points
5. True Track, Magnetic Track
6. Fuel Requirements

6.5  Pre-Flight Preparation

1. Factors Affecting Choice of Launch Site
2. Map Preparation
3. Meteorological Information
4. Location of Prohibited Zones
5. Fuel Requirements
6. Weight Calculations
7. Documents to be Carried in Aircraft
8. Flight Plans and Itineraries
9. Entries in Aircraft Logs

6.6  Radio Radar Aids - Basic Principles And Use

1. Frequency Bands Used in Communication
2. Transponders
3. Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR) Primary and Secondary

7.0 Flight Operations

7.1  General

1. Pilot-In-Command Responsibilities
2. Winter Operations
3. Thunderstorms Avoidance
4. Mountain Flying Operations
5. Airport Rotating Beacon
6. Obstruction Marking/Lighting
7. Units of Measurement and Conversion Metric/U.S./Imperial
8. Emergency Procedures

7.2  Balloon Performance

1. Effects of Rain on a Balloon
2. Lift vs Air Density/Humidity
3. Inflation and Lift Off
4. False Lift
5. Use of Pilot Operating Handbook - General
6. Effects of Change of Weight on Performance
7. Cold Descents
8. Hi and Low Wind Approaches and Landings
9. High Vertical Speed Approaches and Landing

7.3  Use of Performance Charts

1. Loading Charts

7.4  Weight

1. Terms (e.g. Empty, Gross)
2. Calculations

7.5  Wake Turbulence

1. Causes
2. Effects
3. Avoidance

7.6  Search and Rescue (TC AIM- SAR)

1. Types of Service Available
2. Aircraft Emergency Assistance

8.0 Human Factors

8.1  Aviation Physiology

1. Hypoxia/Hyperventilation
2. Gas Expansion Effects
3. Decompression (Including SCUBA diving)
4. Vision
5. Hearing
6. Orientation/Disorientation (including visual and vestibular illusions)
7. Body Rythms/Jet Lag
8. Sleep/Fatigue

8.2  The Pilot and the Operating Environment

1. Personal Health
2. Diet and Nutrition
3. Medications (prescribed and over-the-counter)
4. Substance Abuse (alcohol and drugs)
5. Pregnancy
6. Heat/Cold
7. Effects of Smoking
8. Toxic Hazards (including carbon monoxide)

8.3  Aviation Psychology

1. The Decision-Making Process
2. Factors that Influence Decision-Making
3. Situational Awareness
4. Stress
5. Managing Risk
6. Attitudes
7. Workload - (Attention and Information Processing)

8.4  Pilot - Equipment/Materials Relationship

1. Controls and Displays - Errors in Interpretation and Control
2. Standard Operating Procedures - Rationale/Benefits
3. Use of Maps/Charts
4. Correct Use of Checklists and Manuals

8.5  Interpersonal Relations

1. Communications with - Crew/Maintenance Personnel/Air Traffic Service/Passengers
2. Operating Pressures - Family Relationships/Peer Group
3. Operating Pressures - Employer

9.0 Flight Instructor Rating

Applicants should have a complete knowledge of the subject matter contained in Part 1 of the Transport Canada Flight Instructor Guide (TP 975E). Applicants should be familiar with Human Factors For Aviation - Instructor's Guide (TP 12865E)

9.1  Learning and Learning Factors

1. Learning
2. Learning Factors
3. Oral Questions
4. The Demonstration-Performance Method of Teaching
5. Developmental Teaching
6. Student Progress
7. Individual Differences
8. Student Instructor Relationship
9. Fault Analysis
10. Ground School Training
11. Preparatory Ground Instruction
12. Pre-Flight Briefing
13. In-Flight Instruction
14. Post-Flight Briefing
15. Flight Safety
16. A Check List for Good Instruction

Examination Results - Decoding

Candidates who write an examination will be informed of the Question topics they answered incorrectly by a series of numbers related to the sections and topics contained in this Guide. Questions relating to more than one topic are shown by a slash (/) separating the series of numbers (example 3). The method of decoding these numbers is explained by the examples below.

How to Decode

Example (1)	1.3.2.4
Section	1.	Air Law and Procedures
Sub-section	3.	CARs - PART IV - Personnel Licensing and Training
Subpart	2.	Flight Crew Permits, Licence and Ratings
Topic	4	Personnel Logs
Example (2)	5.9.7
Section	5.	Meteorology
Sub-section	9.	Wind
Topic	7	Diurnal Effects
Example (3)	6.4.6/1.4.3.13
Section	6.	Navigation and Radio Aids
Sub-section	4.	Pilot Navigation
Topic	6	Fuel Requirements
Section	1.	Air Law and Procedures
Sub-section	4.	Cars - PART VI - General Operating and Flight Rules
Subpart	3.	Operating and Flight Rules
Topic	13	Flights over built up area - Balloons

Recommended Study Material

• List of Civil Aviation Publications (TP 3680E) - Contains titles, reference numbers, source and cost.
• Student Pilot Permit or Private Pilot Licence for Foreign and Military Applicants, Air Regulations (PSTAR) (TP 11919E)
• Air Command Weather Manual (TP 9352E)
• Air Command Weather Manual (Supplement) (TP 9353E)
• Human Factors for Aviation - Basic Handbook (TP 12863E)
• Human Factors for Aviation - Instructor's Guide (TP 12865E)
• Transport Canada Aeronautical Information Manual (TC AIM) (TP 14371E)
• Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
• Flying the Weather VFR (TP 3115E)
• Flight Instructor Guide (TP 975E)
• Airworthiness Manual (TP 6197E) Chapter 531, Airworthiness Standards Manual Free Balloon
• VFR Navigation Charts (VNC)/VFR Terminal Area Charts (VTA) / World Aeronautical Charts (WAC)
• Canada Flight Supplement

The Study Guide For The Radiotelephone Operator's Restricted Certificate (Aeronautical) is available free of charge from district offices of Industry Canada - Examinations and Radio Licensing (http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/ic1.nsf/eng/home).

Information on text books and other publications produced by commercial publishers can be obtained through local flying training organizations, bookstores and similar sources as Alberta Free Balloon Society, P.O Box 6897, Station D, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2G1, Canadian Balloon Association, c/o Highvale Crescent, Sherwood Park, Alberta, T8A 4Z7 and Fédération Aéronautique du Québec, 4545 Pierre de Coubertin, C.P. 1000, succursale M, Montréal, Québec, H1V 3R2.

Publications used in pilot training in the United States are available through the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402-9325, including the Basic Helicopter Handbook (AC61-13A).

Enquiries

Information concerning the location of pilot training organizations and matters pertaining to flight crew licensing may be obtained by contacting the appropriate Regional Offices. A complete listing may be found at: Flight Crew Examinations.