Part-66 Module 1 study plan
Part-66 Module 1 · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Mathematics & Physics
Solve arithmetic, fraction, percentage and ratio problems without a calculator to build speed
Convert between SI units and imperial units for length, mass, force, pressure and temperature
Apply Ohm's law and power formulas to simple series and parallel circuits
Define mass, weight, force, work, power, energy and momentum and compute each from given data
Explain pressure, density and specific gravity and solve basic fluid and gas-law problems
Your checkpoint
A 30-question self-made maths/physics worksheet scored at 80% or better, with every wrong answer reworked and annotated
Electrical Fundamentals
Draw and label series, parallel and series-parallel circuits and calculate equivalent resistance
State Kirchhoff's voltage and current laws and apply them to two-loop problems
Describe the construction and behaviour of resistors, capacitors and inductors in DC and AC circuits
Explain AC generation, frequency, phase, RMS and peak values and compute between them
Describe transformers, their ratios and typical aircraft AC/DC supply arrangements
Your checkpoint
A one-page circuit-solving sheet with five worked problems (two-loop Kirchhoff, capacitor, inductor, transformer ratio) solved correctly end to end
Electronic Fundamentals & Digital Techniques / Electronic Instrument Systems
Describe the construction, characteristics and applications of diodes, transistors, thyristors and integrated circuits
Explain the operation of rectifiers, amplifiers, oscillators and logic gates
Convert between binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal numbers
State the function of the main digital computer elements: CPU, memory, input/output and buses
Describe the architecture and purpose of typical aircraft electronic instrument and data-bus systems
Your checkpoint
A number-conversion and logic-gate exercise set (20 items) plus a labelled block diagram of a digital aircraft instrument system, both checked against reference notes
Materials and Hardware
List the properties, uses and limitations of ferrous and non-ferrous aircraft metals and their alloys
Describe composite materials, their construction and typical aircraft applications
Identify the types and correct use of threaded fasteners, rivets, locking devices and bearings
Explain corrosion types and the standard treatments and protective finishes
Describe aircraft plumbing, pipes, unions and control cables and their inspection points
Your checkpoint
A materials and hardware reference card set (fastener types, corrosion treatments, composite lay-ups) plus a 25-question self-test scored at 80% or better
Maintenance Practices & Aviation Legislation
Outline the safety precautions and procedures for working on aircraft and handling hazardous materials
Describe the purpose, content and control of maintenance documentation, manuals and records
Explain the scope and structure of Part-66, Part-145 and Part-M and how they relate
State the requirements for certification, release to service and continuing airworthiness
Describe the role and obligations of the certifying staff and the approved maintenance organisation
Your checkpoint
A written comparison summary of Part-66, Part-145 and Part-M (one page) plus a 20-question self-test on maintenance practices and legislation scored at 80% or better
Basic Aerodynamics & Human Factors
Explain the four forces of flight and how they interact in steady and manoeuvring flight
Describe how aerofoils produce lift and how angle of attack affects lift and drag
Identify the causes of stall, and the effect of wing shape, aspect ratio and high-lift devices
Describe the effect of stability, control and load factors on aircraft behaviour
Explain human performance factors including perception, memory, attention, fatigue and error, and the principles of the SHELL model and dirty dozen
Your checkpoint
A one-page aerodynamics summary (forces, lift/drag curves, stall) plus a 20-question human factors self-test scored at 80% or better
Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems
Describe the primary and secondary flight control surfaces and their actuation systems
Explain the construction and loading of the main structural components: fuselage, wings, empennage and landing gear
Describe hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, electrical and air-conditioning systems and their main components
Explain the operation of ice and rain protection, and fire detection and suppression systems
Describe the layout and function of the main cockpit instruments and warning systems
Your checkpoint
A labelled systems schematic set (hydraulics, fuel, electrical, flight controls) with a short written description of each system's operation
Helicopter Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems & Mathematics & Physics & Electrical Fundamentals & Electronic Fundamentals & Digital Techniques / Electronic Instrument Systems & Materials and Hardware & Maintenance Practices & Basic Aerodynamics & Human Factors & Aviation Legislation & Aeroplane Aerodynamics, Structures and Systems
Describe rotor systems, blade motion, dissymmetry of lift, retreating-blade stall and autorotation
Explain helicopter control, stability and the function of the tail rotor and transmission
Revise every domain using a timed mixed-topic question set and record scores per domain
Rework every missed question from the whole course and close the gaps
Sit a full-length timed mock exam under exam conditions
Your checkpoint
A completed full-length timed mock exam with a per-domain score sheet showing at least 75% overall and no domain below 60%
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80% on a 20-question mixed maths, physics and electrical fundamentals test with no formula sheet
Week 4: Score at least 80% on a 25-question electronics, digital and materials/hardware test
Week 6: Score at least 80% on a 30-question mixed maintenance practices, legislation, aerodynamics and human factors test
Week 8: Complete the full-length timed mock exam at 75% or better overall, with no single domain below 60%