Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

-- THE DEFINITIVE FULL-COLOR HANDBOOK FOR PILOTS - UPDATED FOR 2025 AND BEYOND
The Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2023, is the essential guide for anyone pursuing a career or hobby in aviation. This new edition replaces the previous FAA-H-8083-25B (2016) and includes all addenda through 2023.
Whether you're studying for your Remote, Sport, Private, Commercial, or Flight Instructor certificate, this book is your trusted reference for mastering aviation knowledge and passing both the FAA Knowledge Exam and Practical Test.
What's Inside:
- Introduction to Flying & the History of Aviation
Navigation & Airspace Essentials
-- Weather Theory & Aviation Weather Services
Principles of Flight & Aerodynamics
-- Aircraft Systems & Flight Instruments
Flight Manuals, Regulations & Documentation
-- Weight, Balance & Aircraft Performance
Aeronautical Decision-Making & Aeromedical Factors
Airport Operations & Flight Controls
Written in clear language with charts, photos, and diagrams, this handbook is the ultimate study companion and flight training resource.
Perfect for:
Student pilots just beginning their training
Advanced pilots brushing up for certification upgrades
Flight instructors and aviation educators
Anyone passionate about understanding how aircraft fly
Includes updated FAA standards, a comprehensive glossary, index, and helpful appendices covering acronyms, abbreviations, NOTAM contractions, and airport signage.
Whether you're in the cockpit or the classroom, this is the FAA's official guide to aeronautical knowledge - and your foundation for safe, informed, and confident flying.