Best Airports Books of 2025

The Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25B (Color Print) is a must-have for any pilot, from beginners to those pursuing advanced certificates. This updated FAA handbook covers a broad range of topics, including aircraft construction, flight controls, weather theory, and aeromedical factors. The book also includes addenda issued in 2021 and 2022 and is printed in color. This comprehensive guide provides essential knowledge for pilots and is an excellent resource for flight training. Overall, this book is highly recommended for anyone interested in aviation.

The Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3C is the official source for learning to fly and for many of the test questions in the FAA Knowledge Exams for pilots. It covers basic pilot skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes, providing information on transitioning to other airplanes and the operation of various airplane systems. Developed by the Flight Standards Service in cooperation with aviation educators and industry, this handbook is ideal for student pilots, pilots who wish to improve their flying proficiency, and flight instructors. The current 2022 edition is printed in color and has 405 pages.

The "Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot: FAA-CT-8080-2H Color Print" is a comprehensive handbook published by the FAA Flight Standards Service for individuals seeking certification in aviation. It is intended for use by authorized entities to administer airman knowledge tests in various knowledge areas. The book is printed in full color and supersedes the previous edition from 2016. With 112 pages and a glossy paperback cover, this handbook is an essential resource for anyone pursuing a career in aviation.

The Aviation Instructor's Handbook FAA-H-8083-9B is a comprehensive guide designed for aviation instructors, both experienced and novice. The handbook provides up-to-date information on learning and teaching, making it an essential tool for improving effectiveness in training activities. The Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with aviation educators and industry, developed the book to help instructors understand and apply the fundamentals of instruction. With its color print, it is easy to read and provides a wealth of information on aeronautical knowledge and skills for learners. Overall, this book is a must-have for anyone involved in aviation education.

The Private Pilot - Airplane: Airman Certification Standards FAA-S-ACS-6B (Change 1) is an official guide released in 2018, including Change 1 (2019), for use in 2023. It provides a comprehensive set of standards for both the knowledge exam and the practical test, clearly outlining what an airman must know, consider, and do to pass the private pilot certification in single-engine land and sea, and multiengine land and sea classes. Aspiring pilots should not miss this practical study and test prep guide before taking their written or practical test.

This FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Supplement for Instrument Rating is an essential guidebook for pilots seeking to obtain or maintain their instrument rating. The 247-page handbook is designed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Standards Service and supersedes the previous version dated 2005. It is intended for use by AKT ODA Holders and other entities authorized to administer airman knowledge tests on behalf of the FAA. The book covers various knowledge areas, including Instrument Rating for airplane, rotorcraft/helicopter, powered lift and foreign pilot, among others. The full-color print and comprehensive content make it a valuable resource for pilots.

The Remote Pilot - Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Study Guide FAA-G-8082-22 is the official guide released by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2016 and updated in 2022. This guide covers the knowledge areas required to prepare for the Remote Pilot Certificate with an sUAS rating airman knowledge test. The guide is organized according to the knowledge areas covered on the airman knowledge test, including regulations, airspace classification, weather effects, emergency procedures, and more. This book is a must-have for anyone seeking to become a certified drone pilot.

The Aeronautical Chart User's Guide is the official guide to the FAA's aeronautical charts and publications. It is an essential tool for pilots, both new and experienced, as it explains the VFR and IFR air navigation charts used in training, planning, enroute, approaches, and taxiing. The guide contains 129 pages and covers VFR Charting Products, IFR Enroute Charts, and Terminal Procedure Publications. This edition renews every 56 days and has an effective date of 08 September 2022. Overall, this guide is a valuable resource for pilots and is unique in its comprehensive coverage of all aeronautical charts and publications.

This book, titled "Chart Supplement Southeast U.S.", is a comprehensive guide for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. It contains all public-use airports, seaplane bases, heliports, and military facilities in the Southeastern region of the United States. The publication also includes navigational facilities, communications data, and special notices and procedures for the mentioned airports. The military data in the book is provided by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and is intended for reference purposes only. Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in navigating the skies over the Southeastern United States.

The Glider Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-13A is an essential technical manual for glider pilots and applicants preparing for glider category rating. This color-printed handbook includes comprehensive coverage of aerodynamics, ground operations, flight maneuvers, soaring weather, techniques, and cross-country flights. It also contains detailed information on aeronautical decision-making, components and systems, performance limitations, traffic patterns, and emergencies. With 266 pages and all errata/addenda as of 2022, the book is a valuable training aid for flight instructors. However, topics such as radio navigation, communication, and regulations are covered in other FAA publications. Overall, this handbook is a must-have for anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of glider flying.