Objective:

To become familiar with aeronautical charts and interpret the information presented.

Elements:

  1. Latitude and Longitude
  2. VFR Sectionals
  3. WAC
  4. TAC
  5. Chart Symbols
  6. A/FD
  7. Approach Plates
  8. Time Zones and Zulu

References:

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, pp 14-1 – 14-3

Notes:

VFR Sectional - scale = 1:500,000
WAC - "World Aeronautical Charts" scale = 1:1,000,000
TAC - "Terminal Area Chart " scales = 1::250,000
A/FD - "Airport/Facility Directory"
IFR approach plates are helpfull for VFR pilots